KB Home (KBH)vsPulteGroup Inc (PHM)
KBH
KB Home
$52.04
-0.04%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.38B
PHM
PulteGroup Inc
$118.28
-0.27%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PulteGroup Inc generates 184% more annual revenue ($16.83B vs $5.92B). PHM leads profitability with a 12.1% profit margin vs 6.0%. PHM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.12. PHM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
KBH
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PHM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
6.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.0%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 12.4%
Earnings declined 30.4%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KBH
The strongest argument for KBH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : PHM
The strongest argument for PHM centers on P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. PEG of 1.12 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.
Bear Case : PHM
The primary concerns for PHM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
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 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
PHM is growing revenue faster at -12.4% — sustainability is the question.
PHM generates stronger free cash flow (134,355), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PHM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100). 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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