LGI Homes (LGIH)


Market Price (9/25/2026): $48.92 | Market Cap: $1.1 BilSector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Homebuilding

LGI Homes (LGIH)


Market Price (9/25/2026): $48.92
Market Cap: $1.1 Bil
Sector: Consumer Discretionary
Industry: Homebuilding

Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.

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Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.8%, FCF Yield is 12%

Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Sustainable & Green Buildings, and Smart Buildings & Proptech. Themes include Energy Efficient Building Materials, Renewable Integration in Buildings, Show more.

Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -95%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -129%

Meaningful short interest
Short Interest Days-to-CoverDTC = (Short Interest Share Quantity) / (Average Daily Trading Volume). Reflects how many days it would take to cover (close out) the short interest based on average volumes. High DTC can signify an increased risk of a short squeeze. is 14.44, Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 13%

Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 134%

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -17%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -7.3%

Key risks
LGIH key risks include [1] heightened scrutiny over its sales practices and high foreclosure rates, Show more.

0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 5.8%, FCF Yield is 12%
1 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Sustainable & Green Buildings, and Smart Buildings & Proptech. Themes include Energy Efficient Building Materials, Renewable Integration in Buildings, Show more.
2 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -95%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -129%
3 Meaningful short interest
Short Interest Days-to-CoverDTC = (Short Interest Share Quantity) / (Average Daily Trading Volume). Reflects how many days it would take to cover (close out) the short interest based on average volumes. High DTC can signify an increased risk of a short squeeze. is 14.44, Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 13%
4 Debt is significant
Net D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 134%
5 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -17%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -7.3%
6 Key risks
LGIH key risks include [1] heightened scrutiny over its sales practices and high foreclosure rates, Show more.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 9/24/2026

LGI Homes (LGIH) stock has remained largely at the same level since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Second Quarter 2026 Performance and Increased Guidance.

LGI Homes reported robust financial results for fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), exceeding analyst expectations. The company announced diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.16, surpassing consensus estimates of $0.98, and quarterly revenue of $516.05 million, above analyst estimates of $489.23 million. Home closings increased by 8.8% year-over-year to 1,440 units, contributing to homebuilding revenues of $501.5 million, a 3.7% increase from the prior year. LGI Homes also raised its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting homebuilding gross margin between 19.0% and 21.0% and an average sales price per home closed between $360,000 and $370,000. This strong company-specific performance provided upward momentum for the stock.

2. Challenging Broader Housing Market Conditions.

Despite LGI Homes' individual performance, the overall housing market presented significant macroeconomic headwinds. In May 2026, new single-family home sales decreased by 4.3%, and builder sentiment, as measured by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), remained negative, staying below 50 for 15 consecutive months. While existing home sales saw a 3.7% increase in May 2026, affordability remained a key challenge due to elevated mortgage rates, which hovered above six percent. Home prices experienced mixed trends, with a nationwide fall of 0.1% in April 2026 and a 2.5% year-over-year decline in June 2026 list prices, indicating a cautious market. These broader market pressures likely limited sustained upward movement for LGIH stock.

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Updated on 9/24/2026

LGI Homes (LGIH) stock has remained largely at the same level since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Strong Second Quarter 2026 Performance and Increased Guidance.

LGI Homes reported robust financial results for fiscal Q2 2026 (ended June 30, 2026), exceeding analyst expectations. The company announced diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.16, surpassing consensus estimates of $0.98, and quarterly revenue of $516.05 million, above analyst estimates of $489.23 million. Home closings increased by 8.8% year-over-year to 1,440 units, contributing to homebuilding revenues of $501.5 million, a 3.7% increase from the prior year. LGI Homes also raised its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting homebuilding gross margin between 19.0% and 21.0% and an average sales price per home closed between $360,000 and $370,000. This strong company-specific performance provided upward momentum for the stock.

2. Challenging Broader Housing Market Conditions.

Despite LGI Homes' individual performance, the overall housing market presented significant macroeconomic headwinds. In May 2026, new single-family home sales decreased by 4.3%, and builder sentiment, as measured by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), remained negative, staying below 50 for 15 consecutive months. While existing home sales saw a 3.7% increase in May 2026, affordability remained a key challenge due to elevated mortgage rates, which hovered above six percent. Home prices experienced mixed trends, with a nationwide fall of 0.1% in April 2026 and a 2.5% year-over-year decline in June 2026 list prices, indicating a cautious market. These broader market pressures likely limited sustained upward movement for LGIH stock.

3. Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Hike and Future Expectations.

The Federal Reserve's monetary policy contributed to the stagnant stock trend. In September 2026, the Fed unanimously raised the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00%, marking the first rate hike since July 2023. This decision was driven by elevated inflation and aims to support a timely return to the 2% target. Policymakers indicated the possibility of at least one more 25-basis-point rate hike in 2026, with further increases projected into 2027. These actions directly influenced mortgage rates, keeping them elevated and further impacting homebuyer affordability, thereby dampening demand in the housing sector and acting as a ceiling on LGIH's stock price.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The 2.5% change in LGIH stock from 5/31/2026 to 9/24/2026 was primarily driven by a 9.8% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)53120269242026Change
Stock Price ($)47.8148.992.5%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,6791,7061.7%
Net Income Margin (%)4.2%3.9%-8.0%
P/E Multiple15.717.29.8%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2323-0.2%
Cumulative Contribution2.5%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2026 to 9/24/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LGIH2.5% 
Market (SPY)1.7%33.6%
Sector (XLY)-8.5%35.8%

Fundamental Drivers

The -5.6% change in LGIH stock from 2/28/2026 to 9/24/2026 was primarily driven by a -8.6% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)22820269242026Change
Stock Price ($)51.9048.99-5.6%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)1,7101,706-0.2%
Net Income Margin (%)4.2%3.9%-8.6%
P/E Multiple16.517.24.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2323-0.5%
Cumulative Contribution-5.6%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 9/24/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LGIH-5.6% 
Market (SPY)12.4%43.3%
Sector (XLY)-5.2%48.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The -20.9% change in LGIH stock from 8/31/2025 to 9/24/2026 was primarily driven by a -49.1% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)83120259242026Change
Stock Price ($)61.9148.99-20.9%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2,0491,706-16.7%
Net Income Margin (%)7.6%3.9%-49.1%
P/E Multiple9.217.286.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)23230.1%
Cumulative Contribution-20.9%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2025 to 9/24/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LGIH-20.9% 
Market (SPY)20.3%32.0%
Sector (XLY)-4.1%43.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The -60.2% change in LGIH stock from 8/31/2023 to 9/24/2026 was primarily driven by a -58.9% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)83120239242026Change
Stock Price ($)123.1048.99-60.2%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2,1681,706-21.3%
Net Income Margin (%)9.4%3.9%-58.9%
P/E Multiple14.217.221.3%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)24231.4%
Cumulative Contribution-60.2%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2023 to 9/24/2026
ReturnCorrelation
LGIH-60.2% 
Market (SPY)76.8%37.0%
Sector (XLY)32.4%45.0%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
LGIH Return46%-40%44%-33%-52%13%-54%
Peers Return41%-17%71%10%18%-19%112%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%13%105%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
LGIH Win Rate67%42%58%42%33%56% 
Peers Win Rate67%50%60%50%50%44% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%56% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
LGIH Max Drawdown-26%-52%-39%-36%-57%-44% 
Peers Max Drawdown-27%-42%-25%-26%-27%-32% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: DY, MTH, KBH, BXBL, DHI. See LGIH Returns vs. Peers.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 9/24/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventLGIHS&P 500
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-15.7%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven18.6%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven49 days31 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-63.4%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven173.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven95 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-16.9%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven20.3%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven37 days105 days
2016-2017 Trump Reflation Bond Selloff
  % Loss-25.4%-3.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven34.1%3.9%
  Time to Breakeven125 days6 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-25.5%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven34.3%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven55 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-33.8%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.1%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven155 days15 days

Compare to DY, MTH, KBH, BXBL, DHI

In The Past

LGI Homes's stock fell 0.0% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 0.0% gain to breakeven.

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EventLGIHS&P 500
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-63.4%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven173.4%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven95 days140 days
2016-2017 Trump Reflation Bond Selloff
  % Loss-25.4%-3.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven34.1%3.9%
  Time to Breakeven125 days6 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-25.5%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven34.3%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven55 days62 days
2014-2016 Oil Price Collapse
  % Loss-33.8%-6.8%
  % Gain to Breakeven51.1%7.3%
  Time to Breakeven155 days15 days

Compare to DY, MTH, KBH, BXBL, DHI

In The Past

LGI Homes's stock fell 0.0% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 0.0% gain to breakeven.

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Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

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About LGI Homes (LGIH)

LGI Homes, Inc. (LGIH) is a prominent homebuilding company primarily involved in the design, construction, and sale of residential properties. Operating mainly under the LGI Homes brand, the company focuses on delivering entry-level attached and detached homes, making homeownership accessible to a broad demographic. It also caters to specific needs by offering active adult homes, broadening its appeal to diverse buyer segments.

The company diversifies its product offerings to include luxury series homes, which are marketed under its Terrata Homes brand, targeting more upscale buyers. Beyond direct consumer sales, LGIH also operates a unique wholesale business segment. In this capacity, it builds and sells homes to other companies specifically interested in acquiring properties for single-family rental portfolios, providing a distinct B2B revenue stream.

LGI Homes maintains a widespread geographical presence across the United States. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated 101 communities in numerous states, including key markets such as Texas, Arizona, Florida, and Georgia, along with others stretching from the Southeast to the Pacific Northwest. This broad operational footprint underscores its significant reach within the U.S. housing market.

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1. LGI Homes is a national homebuilder, similar to D.R. Horton, but with a wide range of offerings from affordable entry-level homes to luxury properties.

2. Think of LGI Homes as a homebuilding equivalent of General Motors: they sell homes to individual buyers, but also supply entire communities of homes in bulk to companies for single-family rental properties.

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  • Entry-Level Homes: Designs, constructs, and sells attached, detached, and active adult homes under the LGI Homes brand.
  • Luxury Series Homes: Designs, constructs, and sells luxury homes under the Terrata Homes brand.
  • Wholesale Homes: Builds and sells homes to companies looking to acquire single-family rental properties.

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LGI Homes (LGIH) primarily sells homes to individual homebuyers, serving the following categories of customers:

  • Entry-level Homebuyers: This category includes first-time homebuyers or individuals seeking affordable new homes, which encompass both attached and detached property types.
  • Active Adult Homebuyers: LGI Homes offers communities and residences specifically designed for active adults, typically catering to individuals aged 55 and older who are looking for homes suited to their lifestyle needs.
  • Luxury Homebuyers: Through its Terrata Homes brand, the company serves customers seeking high-end, luxury residences that feature premium designs, finishes, and amenities.

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Eric Lipar, Chief Executive Officer & Chairman of the Board

Eric Lipar is a co-founder of LGI Homes, Inc. and has served as its Chief Executive Officer since 2009 and as Chairman of the Board since July 2013. He was previously the company's President from 2003 to 2009. Mr. Lipar has been active in the residential land development business since the mid-1990s and has overseen land acquisitions, development, and the sale of over 75,000 homes since LGI Homes' inception. In 2010, he facilitated a $50 million joint venture to purchase home lots with Golden Tree InSite Partners, which helped the company double its business in 18 months.

Charles Merdian, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer

Charles Merdian has held the role of Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at LGI Homes, Inc. since 2013. Prior to this, he served as the company's Controller from 2004 to 2010. Before joining LGI Homes, Mr. Merdian was an Accounting and Finance Manager for The Woodlands Operating Company, focusing on real estate ventures. He also worked as a senior auditor for Coopers & Lybrand, LLP, and has accumulated experience in residential real estate and homebuilding finance since 1998.

Mike Snider, President & Chief Operating Officer

Mike Snider has served as the President of LGI Homes, Inc. since 2009 and as Chief Operating Officer since July 2013. His previous roles at the company include Executive Vice President of Homebuilding from 2005 to 2009 and Homebuilding Manager in 2004. Before joining LGI Homes in 2004, Mr. Snider was a Project Manager for Tadian Homes, a homebuilder based in Troy, Michigan.

Rachel Eaton, Chief Marketing Officer

Rachel Eaton has been the Chief Marketing Officer of LGI Homes, Inc. since June 2013. She joined the company in 2003 and previously served as Vice President of Marketing and Administration from May 2012 to May 2013, and as Director of Marketing & Special Events from 2007 to May 2012. Ms. Eaton is also a member of the Zillow Group Builder Advisory Board.

Jack Lipar, Executive Vice President of Acquisitions

Jack Lipar holds the position of Executive Vice President of Acquisitions at LGI Homes. He brings over 30 years of experience in the homebuilding industry to his role.

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Key Business Risks for LGI Homes (LGIH)

LGI Homes (LGIH), a company specializing in the design, construction, and sale of homes, faces several significant risks that could impact its business operations and financial performance.

  1. High Mortgage Interest Rates and Housing Affordability: A primary and consistently cited risk for LGI Homes is the impact of elevated mortgage interest rates and broader housing affordability challenges. These factors directly reduce the purchasing power of potential homebuyers, particularly those in the entry-level market that LGI Homes targets, leading to decreased demand for new homes, slower sales paces, and an increased rate of home purchase contract cancellations. Persistent high interest rates can make the transition from renting to homeownership less feasible, negatively affecting LGI Homes' sales volumes and profitability.
  2. High Leverage and Pressure on Profitability: LGI Homes faces challenges related to its financial health, specifically high leverage and sustained pressure on profitability metrics. The company has reportedly seen declining revenue growth, a decrease in return on invested capital (ROIC), and compression in gross margins. A significant debt balance, partly driven by a growing real estate inventory, exposes the company to financial risk, especially during periods of market weakness. This financial strain is exacerbated by the broader market conditions mentioned above, making it challenging for LGI Homes to maintain historical profitability levels.
  3. Labor and Material Shortages and Cost Increases: Like many in the homebuilding sector, LGI Homes is exposed to operational risks stemming from labor and raw material shortages, as well as price fluctuations. These issues can delay construction timelines and significantly increase the cost of home construction and land development. The chronic lack of skilled labor and volatile material costs contribute to cost overruns and project stalls, directly impacting the company's efficiency and profitability.

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The emergence and scaling of new construction technologies, such as advanced 3D-printed home construction, which offer the potential for significantly faster build times, lower costs, and increased design flexibility compared to traditional homebuilding methods.

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Addressable Markets for LGI Homes (LGIH) Main Products and Services (U.S.)

  • Luxury Series Homes (Terrata Homes brand): The U.S. Luxury Residential Real Estate Market is projected to grow from an estimated USD 291.14 billion in 2025 to USD 298.61 billion in 2026, reaching USD 349.38 billion by 2031, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.19% over the 2026-2031 period. Other estimates suggest the market, valued at approximately USD 289 billion in 2025, will exceed USD 338 billion by 2030, with a growth rate of about 3.2%.
  • Active Adult Homes (LGI Homes brand): The U.S. active adults (55+) community market size was estimated at USD 661.0 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 906.6 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.02% from 2025 to 2033.
  • Entry-Level Homes (LGI Homes brand): The U.S. entry-level housing market faces a significant supply deficit, estimated at 1.5 million affordable units, with a multi-million household deficit in affordable housing. LGI Homes primarily focuses on this segment, which represented an estimated 68% of their closings in 2024. The national median entry-level home price was around $296,000 as of February 2026.
  • Wholesale business (selling homes to single-family rental properties): The U.S. single-family rental market encompassed 14.4 million households in 2024, with an estimated increase to 14.6 million households in 2025. This represents 15.7 million single-family rentals out of 86.5 million single-family homes in the United States.

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LGI Homes (LGIH) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key strategies:

  1. Community Expansion and Strategic Land Acquisition: LGI Homes is actively increasing its number of active communities and strategically acquiring land to ensure a consistent supply of homes in desirable markets. The company expanded its active communities by 29.1% in 2024 to 151 and aims for 160 to 170 active communities by the end of 2025. Recent expansions include new communities in Seattle, Washington (February 2026), Modesto, California (January 2026), and near Denver, Colorado (March 2026).
  2. Focus on Entry-Level and Affordable Housing Markets: The company's primary strategy involves targeting first-time homebuyers with affordable housing options. LGI Homes is concentrating its expansion efforts in high-demand regions such as Florida, Las Vegas, and Charlotte, where there is a strong need for homes typically priced under $400,000. The average sales price guidance for 2025 and 2026 remains within this affordable range.
  3. Expansion of the Wholesale Business: LGI Homes is growing its wholesale segment, which involves constructing and selling homes to companies that acquire single-family rental properties. A significant wholesale agreement to deliver 480 homes in 2026 contributed to a 133% increase in the company's backlog by the end of 2025. This channel represented 15.3% of total closings in the third quarter of 2025.
  4. New Product Offerings and Upgrades: The company is enhancing its product portfolio to attract a broader range of buyers. This includes the introduction of upgraded CompleteHome Plus™ packages, featuring new floor plans and smart home enhancements in various communities. Additionally, LGI Homes is expanding its luxury Terrata Homes brand into new markets, such as Murieta Hills in California (February 2026), which offers homes at a significantly higher price point than its core offerings, contributing to increased revenue per home.
  5. Strategic Use of Incentives: LGI Homes employs strategic incentives, such as mortgage buydowns and closing cost assistance, to attract buyers and maintain sales volume in a competitive market. This approach, combined with operational discipline, cost control, and efficient construction, helps sustain demand and profitability. Management has indicated a willingness to "lean into incentives" to support sales momentum.
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Share Repurchases

  • No significant share repurchases were authorized or executed by LGI Homes within the last 3-5 years.
  • As of November 2025, the company faced constraints in repurchasing shares due to a high debt load and negative free cash flow.

Share Issuance

  • Share issuances have primarily been tied to equity compensation, such as RSU/PSU vesting and grants to employees, with instances noted in March 2021 and March 2026.
  • The number of shares outstanding increased by 0.2% from the prior quarter to 23 million in Q4 2025.
  • As of April 26, 2024, there were 23,567,441 shares of common stock outstanding.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures for the 12 months prior to March 2026 amounted to approximately $924,000.
  • In Q4 2025, LGI Homes reported $0 in capital expenditures, representing a 100% decrease from the previous quarter.
  • Over the last five years, substantial investments in working capital and capital expenditures have been identified as a key contributor to negative free cash flow, indicating the capital-intensive nature of the business.
  • Future capital allocation in this category is expected to focus on selectively monetizing excess finished lots and managing inventory levels to enhance cash flow and reduce leverage.

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Peer Outperformance in Homebuilding

LGIH has trailed 100% of its 17 Homebuilding peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are MTH and KBH. Homebuilding ranks 2nd of 23 industries in Consumer Discretionary by median 5Y return. That makes it one of the strongest corners of the sector.
Share of Homebuilding constituents that LGIH has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
41%
of 17 industry peers · -9.5% return
3Y
0%
of 17 industry peers · -52.1% return
5Y
0%
of 17 industry peers · -67.1% return
Homebuilding peers with revenue growth within 4pp of LGIH's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
Ticker Name Rev Growth 3Y Avg P/E 1Y3Y5Y 5Y Gap
LGIH LGI Homes -7.3% 17.2x -9.5%-52.1%-67.1% —
MTH Meritage Homes -5.6% 12.9x -9.2%11.7%37.6% +105pp
KBH KB Home -7.0% 10.8x -22.3%7.8%25.4% +92pp
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Consumer Discretionary sector, ranked by 5Y. Homebuilding is LGIH's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
Industry Names 1Y med3Y med5Y med Top 3 by 5Y
Education Services 14 -16.0%78.1%68.3% LINC 279% · PRDO 222% · CVSA 221%
Homebuilding ← 18 -9.1%33.5%50.2% GRBK 217% · PHM 161% · TOL 139%
Specialty Stores 7 5.4%46.3%14.2% SIG 33% · ASO 19% · FIVE 15%
Home Improvement Retail 5 -26.7%-5.8%-1.7% HVT 10% · LOW 0% · HD -2%
Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines 22 14.9%42.9%-2.6% RCL 173% · MAR 140% · HLT 134%
Automotive Retail 18 -21.3%-2.6%-7.6% MUSA 223% · PAG 120% · ORLY 107%
Distributors 4 -12.2%-26.1%-14.0% ARMK 139% · GPC 21% · LKQ -49%
Home Furnishings 4 -8.5%20.6%-17.3% SGI 33% · LZB 1% · MHK -35%
Footwear 10 54.8%47.6%-18.2% WEYS 174% · DECK 21% · SHOO 18%
Specialized Consumer Services 10 -19.0%12.5%-18.9% HRB 97% · FTDR 70% · SCI 38%
Restaurants 35 -8.5%-13.9%-23.8% EAT 300% · CAKE 139% · BH-A 103%
Leisure Products 13 -25.5%-21.6%-40.7% GOLF 73% · HAS 12% · MCFT -20%
Casinos & Gaming 21 -16.4%-22.3%-41.5% MCRI 96% · RRR 29% · BYD 17%
Household Appliances 18 -7.0%0.3%-42.2% FLXS 206% · HBB 169% · KEQU 159%
Automotive Parts & Equipment 38 -16.9%-16.0%-42.3% MOD 1632% · GTX 263% · CAAS 83%
Apparel Retail 26 -4.9%16.1%-42.7% ANF 236% · URBN 134% · ROST 114%
Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods 28 -9.4%6.9%-43.6% RL 231% · TPR 223% · ELA 212%
Leisure Facilities 11 -21.6%-8.5%-44.8% OSW 130% · JAKK 117% · ESCA 22%
Computer & Electronics Retail 3 -4.7%41.6%-45.9% BBY 10% · GME -46% · UPBD -65%
Broadline Retail 15 -8.8%14.6%-57.2% DDS 304% · EBAY 61% · AMZN 46%
Automobile Manufacturers 8 -78.3%-51.6%-72.5% GM 61% · TSLA 46% · F 25%
Consumer Electronics 11 -15.3%-18.3%-75.1% AXIL 2253% · GRMN 89% · SONO -50%
Other Specialty Retail 18 -35.9%-45.4%-79.7% TLF 106% · BBW 64% · WINA 58%
Median of constituents with a full price history over each window. Top names are unfiltered by size in this render.

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Financials

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NameLGI HomesDycom In.Meritage.KB Home BOXABL D.R. Hor. 
Mkt Price48.99272.1064.5147.654.03140.3556.75
Mkt Cap1.18.24.22.9-39.64.2
Rev LTM1,7066,8805,3955,504333,3505,450
Op Inc LTM68536389328-353,810359
FCF LTM131469415360-273,202387
FCF 3Y Avg-12720133317-2,695201
CFO LTM133718438408-273,353423
CFO 3Y Avg-12545360360-2,845360

Growth & Margins

LGIHDYMTHKBHBXBLDHIMedian
NameLGI HomesDycom In.Meritage.KB Home BOXABL D.R. Hor. 
Rev Chg LTM-16.7%37.8%-13.2%-17.5%3.0%-3.5%-8.4%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-7.3%20.0%-5.6%-7.0%--1.0%-5.6%
Rev Chg Q5.7%45.6%-13.7%-27.3%77.4%0.0%2.9%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM1.7%10.0%-4.0%-7.0%7.3%0.0%0.8%
Op Inc Chg LTM-58.5%40.7%-50.1%-52.7%41.8%-22.1%-36.1%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-28.5%24.6%-25.5%-27.8%--14.4%-25.5%
Op Mgn LTM4.0%7.8%7.2%6.0%-1,092.2%11.4%6.6%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg7.4%7.7%11.9%9.2%-4,753.8%14.1%8.5%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-0.6%0.1%-0.9%-1.3%811.3%-0.3%-0.5%
CFO/Rev LTM7.8%10.4%8.1%7.4%-855.5%10.1%7.9%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg-5.2%8.0%1.3%5.9%-8.2%5.9%
FCF/Rev LTM7.7%6.8%7.7%6.5%-863.9%9.6%7.2%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-5.3%3.2%0.9%5.2%-7.8%3.2%

Valuation

LGIHDYMTHKBHBXBLDHIMedian
NameLGI HomesDycom In.Meritage.KB Home BOXABL D.R. Hor. 
Mkt Cap1.18.24.22.9-39.64.2
P/S0.71.20.80.5-1.20.8
P/Op Inc16.615.310.99.0-10.410.9
P/EBIT16.615.59.99.0-10.410.4
P/E17.224.812.910.8-13.013.0
P/CFO8.611.49.77.2-11.89.7
Total Yield5.8%4.0%10.7%11.4%-9.0%9.0%
Dividend Yield0.0%0.0%2.9%2.2%-1.3%1.3%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-7.2%1.7%0.4%7.0%-6.2%1.7%
D/E1.40.40.40.7-0.20.4
Net D/E1.30.30.30.6-0.10.3

Returns

LGIHDYMTHKBHBXBLDHIMedian
NameLGI HomesDycom In.Meritage.KB Home BOXABL D.R. Hor. 
1M Rtn-17.1%-22.7%-11.5%-16.6%-5.6%-6.9%-14.0%
3M Rtn-21.8%-44.9%-22.0%-21.2%-59.0%-15.7%-21.9%
6M Rtn24.5%-19.2%8.1%-7.3%-59.0%3.8%-1.7%
12M Rtn-9.5%-1.6%-9.2%-22.3%-59.0%-15.2%-12.3%
3Y Rtn-52.1%201.1%11.7%7.8%-59.0%33.9%9.8%
1M Excs Rtn-17.4%-23.0%-11.9%-16.9%-6.0%-7.3%-14.4%
3M Excs Rtn-26.5%-49.6%-26.7%-25.9%-63.7%-20.4%-26.6%
6M Excs Rtn7.7%-39.9%-10.7%-24.6%-75.8%-14.3%-19.5%
12M Excs Rtn-25.4%-19.4%-24.9%-38.0%-74.7%-30.3%-27.8%
3Y Excs Rtn-129.1%108.3%-66.7%-70.2%-132.3%-45.9%-68.4%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Homebuilding business1,7062,2032,3592,304 
Retail home sales revenues    2,701
Wholesale home sales revenues    349
Total1,7062,2032,3592,3043,050


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$48.99 
Market Cap ($ Bil)1.1 
First Trading Date11/07/2013 
Distance from 52W High-25.6% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$55.85$50.58
DMA Trendupdown
Distance from DMA-12.3%-3.1%
 3M1YR
Volatility51.5%59.0%
Downside Capture302.70148.11
Upside Capture117.18109.76
Correlation (SPY)37.2%32.4%
LGIH Betas & Captures as of 8/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta3.871.981.191.781.401.25
Up Beta4.041.090.161.801.841.28
Down Beta3.142.361.021.801.580.82
Up Capture352%174%215%195%96%148%
Bmk +ve Days10213268138427
Stock +ve Days12233663112330
Down Capture458%269%125%166%124%111%
Bmk -ve Days11213259113324
Stock -ve Days9192864139419

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LGIH
LGIH-9.7%58.8%0.04-
Sector ETF (XLY)-6.7%19.5%-0.4843.0%
Equity (SPY)16.7%13.0%0.9232.4%
Gold (GLD)13.1%29.3%0.4212.9%
Commodities (DBC)45.1%20.7%1.71-32.7%
Real Estate (VNQ)3.7%13.7%0.0148.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-24.8%44.8%-0.517.0%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LGIH
LGIH-19.3%50.1%-0.26-
Sector ETF (XLY)4.5%24.1%0.1551.8%
Equity (SPY)12.9%17.2%0.5746.6%
Gold (GLD)19.0%18.8%0.8210.0%
Commodities (DBC)10.6%19.6%0.42-5.2%
Real Estate (VNQ)0.7%18.9%-0.0753.3%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)12.0%52.6%0.4122.3%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with LGIH
LGIH4.0%50.9%0.28-
Sector ETF (XLY)12.1%22.2%0.5052.5%
Equity (SPY)15.5%17.9%0.7347.8%
Gold (GLD)12.0%16.4%0.6011.7%
Commodities (DBC)8.5%18.1%0.398.3%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.8%20.7%0.1952.0%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)63.7%66.2%1.0315.1%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date8312026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity3.1 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 81520262.7%
Average Daily Volume0.2 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest14.4 days
Basic Shares Quantity23.2 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares13.4%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 9/4/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/4/20269.6%1.1%-4.2%
4/28/20268.0%-1.0%9.4%
2/17/2026-4.4%-12.6%-32.7%
11/4/20259.1%12.3%24.3%
8/5/20258.6%4.2%14.6%
4/29/2025-7.8%-5.6%-14.1%
2/25/20252.5%-7.4%-6.7%
11/5/20247.4%4.6%5.3%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive1479
# Negative101715
Median Positive6.5%4.6%9.4%
Median Negative-6.6%-5.6%-6.7%
Max Positive13.8%22.9%34.2%
Max Negative-12.1%-12.6%-32.7%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
8/4/20269.6%1.1%-4.2%
4/28/20268.0%-1.0%9.4%
2/17/2026-4.4%-12.6%-32.7%
11/4/20259.1%12.3%24.3%
8/5/20258.6%4.2%14.6%
4/29/2025-7.8%-5.6%-14.1%
2/25/20252.5%-7.4%-6.7%
11/5/20247.4%4.6%5.3%
7/30/202413.8%-3.1%6.0%
4/30/2024-6.4%1.7%-2.5%
2/20/2024-8.4%-11.1%-13.6%
10/31/20236.3%22.9%34.2%
8/1/2023-0.7%-0.8%-13.7%
5/2/2023-2.9%-1.9%-4.0%
2/21/2023-8.4%-8.9%-5.7%
11/1/20220.4%-8.2%7.9%
8/2/2022-6.8%-4.0%-15.9%
5/3/20221.2%-0.5%-0.6%
2/15/20226.7%-0.6%-1.0%
11/2/2021-12.1%-11.5%-5.3%
8/3/2021-5.9%-9.0%-7.5%
5/4/20211.5%5.2%5.3%
2/23/20210.6%-2.1%20.7%
11/3/20202.5%-6.8%-8.4%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive1479
# Negative101715
Median Positive6.5%4.6%9.4%
Median Negative-6.6%-5.6%-6.7%
Max Positive13.8%22.9%34.2%
Max Negative-12.1%-12.6%-32.7%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202604/28/202610-Q
12/31/202502/20/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202504/30/202510-Q
12/31/202402/26/202510-K
09/30/202411/05/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202404/30/202410-Q
12/31/202302/20/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/02/202310-Q
03/31/202305/02/202310-Q
12/31/202202/21/202310-K
09/30/202211/01/202210-Q
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202608/04/202610-Q
03/31/202604/28/202610-Q
12/31/202502/20/202610-K
09/30/202511/04/202510-Q
06/30/202508/05/202510-Q
03/31/202504/30/202510-Q
12/31/202402/26/202510-K
09/30/202411/05/202410-Q
06/30/202407/30/202410-Q
03/31/202404/30/202410-Q
12/31/202302/20/202410-K
09/30/202310/31/202310-Q
06/30/202308/02/202310-Q
03/31/202305/02/202310-Q
12/31/202202/21/202310-K
09/30/202211/01/202210-Q
06/30/202208/02/202210-Q
03/31/202205/03/202210-Q
12/31/202102/15/202210-K
09/30/202111/02/202110-Q
06/30/202108/03/202110-Q
03/31/202105/04/202110-Q
12/31/202002/25/202110-K
09/30/202011/03/202010-Q
06/30/202008/04/202010-Q
03/31/202005/05/202010-Q
12/31/201902/25/202010-K
09/30/201911/05/201910-Q

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 8/5/2026

Latest: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 8/4/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Home closingsReported4,6005,0005,4000 AffirmedGuidance: 5,000 for 2026
2026 Active selling communitiesReported1501551600 AffirmedGuidance: 155 for 2026
2026 Average sales price per home closedReported0.36 Mil0.36 Mil0.37 Mil1.4% RaisedGuidance: 0.36 Mil for 2026
2026 Homebuilding gross marginReported19.0%20.0%21.0% 0.5%RaisedGuidance: 19.5% for 2026
2026 Adjusted homebuilding gross marginReported22.5%23.5%24.5% 0.5%RaisedGuidance: 23.0% for 2026
2026 SG&A % of total revenuesReported15.0%15.5%16.0% 0AffirmedGuidance: 15.5% for 2026
2026 Effective tax rateReported 26.5%  0AffirmedGuidance: 26.5% for 2026


Prior: Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 4/28/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Home closingsReported4,6005,0005,4000 AffirmedGuidance: 5,000 for 2026
2026 Active selling communitiesReported1501551600 AffirmedGuidance: 155 for 2026
2026 Average sales price per home closedReported0.35 Mil0.36 Mil0.36 Mil0 AffirmedGuidance: 0.36 Mil for 2026
2026 Gross marginReported18.5%19.5%20.5% 0.5%RaisedGuidance: 19.0% for 2026
2026 Adjusted gross marginReported22.0%23.0%24.0% 1.0%RaisedGuidance: 22.0% for 2026
2026 SG&A % of home sales revenuesReported15.0%15.5%16.0% 0AffirmedGuidance: 15.5% for 2026
2026 Effective tax rateReported 26.5%  0AffirmedGuidance: 26.5% for 2026

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 2/17/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Home ClosingsReported4,6005,0005,400   
2026 Active Selling CommunitiesReported150155160   
2026 Average Sales PriceReported0.35 Mil0.36 Mil0.36 Mil   
2026 Gross MarginReported18.0%19.0%20.0%   
2026 Adjusted Gross MarginReported21.0%22.0%23.0%   
2026 SG&A % of home sales revenuesReported15.0%15.5%16.0%   
2026 Effective tax rateReported 26.5%    

Q3 2025 Earnings Reported 11/4/2025

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricSourceLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
Q4 2025 Home ClosingsReported1,3001,4001,50016.7% Higher NewActual: 1,200 for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Active Selling CommunitiesReported 145 0 Same NewActual: 145 for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Average Sales PriceReported0.36 Mil0.37 Mil0.38 Mil2.1% Higher NewActual: 0.36 Mil for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Gross MarginReported21.0%21.5%22.0% -0.5%Lower NewActual: 22.0% for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Adjusted Gross MarginReported24.0%24.5%25.0% 0Same NewActual: 24.5% for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 SG&A ExpenseReported0.150.150.16 0Same NewActual: 0.15 for Q3 2025
Q4 2025 Effective Tax RateReported 26.0%  1.5%Higher NewActual: 24.5% for Q3 2025

Insider Activity

Updated 4/26/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Snider, Michael LarryPresident and COODirectSell310202642.047,887331,5511,282,865Form
2Snider, Michael LarryPresident and COOSnider Management TrustSell310202642.046,000252,2267,379,966Form
3Merdian, Charles MichaelCFO and TreasurerDirectSell310202642.047,211303,134863,455Form
4Lipar, Eric ThomasCEO and Chairman of the BoardDirectSell310202642.0039,8981,675,68426,488,978Form
5Garber, Scott JamesGeneral Counsel and SecretaryDirectSell310202642.041,35356,877912,896Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Snider, Michael LarryPresident and COODirectSell310202642.047,887331,5511,282,865Form
2Snider, Michael LarryPresident and COOSnider Management TrustSell310202642.046,000252,2267,379,966Form
3Merdian, Charles MichaelCFO and TreasurerDirectSell310202642.047,211303,134863,455Form
4Lipar, Eric ThomasCEO and Chairman of the BoardDirectSell310202642.0039,8981,675,68426,488,978Form
5Garber, Scott JamesGeneral Counsel and SecretaryDirectSell310202642.041,35356,877912,896Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Sep 25, 2026
13F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)

Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.

Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
CDAM (UK) Ltd$35.6 Mil7.9%11ADD +21.1%13F
Atlas FRM LLC$25.3 Mil1.7%41New13F
Voss Capital, LP$19.6 Mil1.1%39ADD +65.0%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Atlas FRM LLC$25.3 Mil1.7%41New13F
Voss Capital, LP$19.6 Mil1.1%39ADD +65.0%13F
CDAM (UK) Ltd$35.6 Mil7.9%11ADD +21.1%13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Khrom Capital Management LLC$14.7 Mil1.5%14Exited13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
CDAM (UK) Ltd$35.6 Mil7.9%11ADD +21.1%13F
Atlas FRM LLC$25.3 Mil1.7%41New13F
Voss Capital, LP$19.6 Mil1.1%39ADD +65.0%13F
Core Cache Last Updated: 9/24/2026