KB Home (KBH)vsPulteGroup Inc (PHM)
KBH
KB Home
$49.16
+2.95%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.05B
PHM
PulteGroup Inc
$118.26
+1.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $22.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PulteGroup Inc generates 198% more annual revenue ($16.41B vs $5.50B). PHM leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs 4.9%. PHM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. PHM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
KBH
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
PHM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.6%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KBH
The strongest argument for KBH centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : PHM
The strongest argument for PHM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : KBH
The primary concerns for KBH are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PHM
The primary concerns for PHM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KBH profiles as a value stock while PHM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KBH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
PHM is growing revenue faster at -9.6% — sustainability is the question.
KBH generates stronger free cash flow (22M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PHM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
KB Home
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
KB Home is a home construction company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
PulteGroup Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
PulteGroup, Inc. (previously known as Pulte Homes) is a home construction company based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
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