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AlphAI earnings read2026 third quarter · SEP 22KB HOME REPORTS 2026 THIRD QUARTER RESULTSVerdict: mixed

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Is KB Home’s (KBH) Model Built to Last or Built to Break?

KB Home (KBH) reported a 20% revenue decline to $1.3B and 19% drop in home deliveries, but backlog value rose to $2.05B. Its built-to-order model reduced unsold inventory and improved cash flow. However, margins compressed, EPS fell, and guidance was cut due to resale competition and cost pressures. KBH trades at a forward P/E of 11.57, with investors divided on its prospects.

KB Home’ build-to-order pivot pays off, but buyers remain cautious

KB Home reported Q3 earnings, highlighting a shift to 74% build-to-order (BTO) homes, which improved margins but led to fewer deliveries. The company lowered Q4 guidance, citing affordability constraints and economic uncertainty. CEO Rob McGibney noted buyers are cautious due to rising mortgage rates and competition from the resale market. KB Home's stock fell Wednesday.

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Is KB Home’s (KBH) Model Built to Last or Built to Break?

KB Home (KBH) reported a 20% revenue decline to $1.3B and 19% drop in home deliveries, but backlog value rose to $2.05B. Its built-to-order model reduced unsold inventory and improved cash flow. However, margins compressed, EPS fell, and guidance was cut due to resale competition and cost pressures. KBH trades at a forward P/E of 11.57, with investors divided on its prospects.

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KB Home’ build-to-order pivot pays off, but buyers remain cautious

KB Home reported Q3 earnings, highlighting a shift to 74% build-to-order (BTO) homes, which improved margins but led to fewer deliveries. The company lowered Q4 guidance, citing affordability constraints and economic uncertainty. CEO Rob McGibney noted buyers are cautious due to rising mortgage rates and competition from the resale market. KB Home's stock fell Wednesday.

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UBS reiterates KB Home stock rating on valuation outlook

UBS maintained a Buy rating and $66 price target for KB Home (KBH) post-Q3 results, citing fair valuation. It lowered EPS forecasts for 2026-2028. KBH trades at $48.27 with a P/E of 11.59. UBS notes rising mortgage rates and market challenges. KBH beat Q3 EPS estimates but faces margin pressures. RBC and BofA lowered price targets to $50 and $54, respectively.

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RBC Capital cuts KB Home stock price target on margin outlook

RBC Capital reduced its price target for KB Home (NYSE:KBH) to $50 from $53, citing weaker earnings and margin outlooks. The firm lowered its fiscal 2026 and 2027 EPS estimates by 2% and 22%, respectively, due to macroeconomic headwinds. KB Home's stock trades at $48.26 with a P/E ratio of 11.59, and its valuation is approximately 0.8 times tangible book value.

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Stock Market Today: Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Gain After Trump Threatens to 'Annihilate' Iran at UNGA—KB

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Wednesday, with S&P 500 and Dow Jones rising, while Nasdaq 100 and Russell 2000 declined. President Trump warned Iran at the UN. Earnings reports from Cintas, Paychex, General Mills, and Cracker Barrel are expected. Worthington Enterprises rose 15.93% on better-than-expected results, while KB Home fell 1.83% despite upbeat earnings. Royal Caribbean gained 1.00% on a $3B acquisition. IONQ and Oracle also saw premarket gains.

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KB Home’s (NYSE:KBH) Q3 CY2026 Earnings Results: Revenue In Line With Expectations But Full-Year Sales Guidance Misses Expectations

KB Home (NYSE: KBH) reported Q3 CY2026 revenue of $1.30B, meeting expectations but down 20% YoY. Full-year guidance of $5B missed estimates by 2%. EPS of $1.05 beat estimates by 16.7%. The company highlighted progress in its Built to Order business and community count growth. Analysts expect 6.5% revenue growth and 19.7% EPS growth over the next 12 months.

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Why is KB Home stock sliding today?

KB Home stock fell 2.7% in after-hours trading after reporting fiscal Q3 earnings. EPS beat estimates at $1.05, but revenue of $1.3B dropped 20% YoY. Full-year revenue guidance was 2% below expectations. Operating and gross profit margins declined, and net orders fell 12% YoY. The company cited weakening conditions and higher mortgage rates. Ending backlog rose, and $50M in stock was repurchased. The stock had already declined over 20% in the past year.

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After-Hours Movers: KBH, WOR, IONQ, TLSI, INNV

KB Home (KBH) rose 2% post-market on strong sector signals. Worthington Enterprises (WOR) surged 14% after Q1 earnings beat estimates. IonQ (IONQ) climbed 8% on quantum error correction milestone. TriSalus Life Sciences (TLSI) jumped 28% after FDA clearance. InnovAge (INNV) dropped 12% on secondary stock offering.

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