Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc stock (HOV) is currently trading at $110.24. Hovnanian Enterprises Inc PE ratio is 16.08. Hovnanian Enterprises Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.21. Analyst consensus price target for HOV is $120.00. WallStSmart rates HOV as Underperform.
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- HOV intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- HOV fair value vs current price
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- Is HOV undervalued or overvalued?
- Hovnanian Enterprises Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- HOV Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- HOV analyst price target and Smart Rating
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HOV Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV)
HOV trades 194% above its Graham fair value of $44.00, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in price/sales, price/book, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) Key Strengths (3)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
63.32% held by institutions, strong professional interest
Supporting Valuation Data
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) Areas to Watch (7)
Revenue declining -6.20%, a shrinking business
Earnings declining -26.80%, profits shrinking
Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 47/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a D+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, Price/Book, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including Price/Sales (0.21), Price/Book (0.88) suggest the stock is attractively priced.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.00) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -6.20%, EPS Growth at -26.80%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 6.86%, Operating Margin at 2.05%, Profit Margin at 1.93%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 6.86% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -6.20% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. Revenue Growth and EPS Growth are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
HOV Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
HOV's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.21x sits near its historical average of 0.23x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 16% below its historical high of 0.25x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 0.21x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~0.3x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
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Data-driven financial summary for Hovnanian Enterprises Inc (HOV) · CONSUMER CYCLICAL › RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
The Big Picture
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 2.9B with 6% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 193.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 686.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 193.0% and operating margin of 205.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Revenue contracted 6% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Volatility is elevated with a beta of 2.07, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.
Sector dynamics: monitor RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Hovnanian Enterprises Inc.
Bottom Line
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Hovnanian Enterprises Inc(HOV)
NYSE
CONSUMER CYCLICAL
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION
USA
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. is dedicated to the design, construction, marketing and sales of residential homes in the United States. The company is headquartered in Matawan, New Jersey.