D.R. Horton (DHI)


Market Price (9/1/2026): $143.8 | Market Cap: $40.6 BilInvestor Relations Sector: Consumer Discretionary | Industry: Homebuilding

D.R. Horton (DHI)


Market Price (9/1/2026): $143.8
Market Cap: $40.6 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 8.7%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 4.3%, FCF Yield is 7.8%

Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%, CFO LTM is 3.4 Bil, FCF LTM is 3.2 Bil

Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 8.9 Bil

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

Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -3.5%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.0%

Key risks
DHI key risks include [1] reduced housing demand from its core first-time and entry-level homebuyer base due to interest rate sensitivity and [2] potential losses on its extensive inventory of land, 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 8.7%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 4.3%, FCF Yield is 7.8%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%, CFO LTM is 3.4 Bil, FCF LTM is 3.2 Bil
2 Stock buyback support
Stock Buyback 3Y Total is 8.9 Bil
3 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Smart Buildings & Proptech, and Sustainable & Green Buildings. Themes include IoT for Buildings, Energy Efficient Building Materials, Show more.
4 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -3.5%, Rev Chg 3Y AvgRevenue Change % averaged over trailing 3 years is -1.0%
5 Key risks
DHI key risks include [1] reduced housing demand from its core first-time and entry-level homebuyer base due to interest rate sensitivity and [2] potential losses on its extensive inventory of land, Show more.

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Valuation & Metrics

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Why The Stock Moved

Qualitative Assessment

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Updated on 8/1/2026

D.R. Horton (DHI) stock has remained largely at the same level since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Persistent Macroeconomic Headwinds from Elevated Mortgage Rates. Mortgage interest rates remained a significant drag on housing demand throughout the period, with the average 30-year fixed rate standing at 6.65% by late August 2026 and forecasts predicting it would hover between 6% and 7% for the remainder of the year. These elevated rates contributed to ongoing affordability constraints and weakening consumer sentiment, leading to a challenging housing market. This environment saw pending home sales fall 3.1% annually and mortgage purchase applications drop 5% year-over-year by August, signaling a mismatch between supply and demand.

2. Mixed Fiscal Q3 2026 Performance and Lowered Full-Year Guidance. D.R. Horton reported strong fiscal Q3 2026 results on July 21, 2026, with earnings per diluted share of $3.20 and consolidated revenues of $9.2 billion, both exceeding analysts' consensus estimates of $2.97-$3.02 and $9.10-$9.19 billion, respectively. Home closings increased 4% to 23,983 units, and the home sales gross margin reached 20.7%, at the high end of guidance. However, these positives were tempered by a 12% decrease in net income and a 5% decline in diluted EPS year-over-year. Critically, the company lowered its full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, expecting consolidated revenues between $32.5 billion and $33.0 billion and 83,800 to 84,300 homes closed, a reduction from earlier expectations due to softer demand observed in May and June. Furthermore, the cancellation rate rose to 20% in fiscal Q3 2026, up from 17% in the prior year's quarter.

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Updated on 8/1/2026

D.R. Horton (DHI) stock has remained largely at the same level since 5/31/2026 because of the following key factors:

1. Persistent Macroeconomic Headwinds from Elevated Mortgage Rates. Mortgage interest rates remained a significant drag on housing demand throughout the period, with the average 30-year fixed rate standing at 6.65% by late August 2026 and forecasts predicting it would hover between 6% and 7% for the remainder of the year. These elevated rates contributed to ongoing affordability constraints and weakening consumer sentiment, leading to a challenging housing market. This environment saw pending home sales fall 3.1% annually and mortgage purchase applications drop 5% year-over-year by August, signaling a mismatch between supply and demand.

2. Mixed Fiscal Q3 2026 Performance and Lowered Full-Year Guidance. D.R. Horton reported strong fiscal Q3 2026 results on July 21, 2026, with earnings per diluted share of $3.20 and consolidated revenues of $9.2 billion, both exceeding analysts' consensus estimates of $2.97-$3.02 and $9.10-$9.19 billion, respectively. Home closings increased 4% to 23,983 units, and the home sales gross margin reached 20.7%, at the high end of guidance. However, these positives were tempered by a 12% decrease in net income and a 5% decline in diluted EPS year-over-year. Critically, the company lowered its full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, expecting consolidated revenues between $32.5 billion and $33.0 billion and 83,800 to 84,300 homes closed, a reduction from earlier expectations due to softer demand observed in May and June. Furthermore, the cancellation rate rose to 20% in fiscal Q3 2026, up from 17% in the prior year's quarter.

3. Neutral Analyst Sentiment and Strategic Positioning. Despite the mixed Q3 results, analysts largely maintained a "Hold" consensus rating for D.R. Horton, with an average 12-month price target of $166.92, indicating modest potential upside from the stock's trading levels during the period. While some analysts adjusted price targets, the overall sentiment remained balanced. D.R. Horton's strategic focus on affordable housing, with 73% of homes closed in Q3 priced below $400,000, helped it navigate market pressures. Additionally, the company continued its capital allocation strategy by repurchasing 4.2 million shares for $615.7 million during fiscal Q3 2026, which provided some support for the stock.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -1.4% change in DHI stock from 5/31/2026 to 8/31/2026 was primarily driven by a -3.8% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)53120268312026Change
Stock Price ($)146.65144.56-1.4%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)33,34833,3500.0%
Net Income Margin (%)9.5%9.2%-3.8%
P/E Multiple13.313.40.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2882822.0%
Cumulative Contribution-1.4%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

5/31/2026 to 8/31/2026
ReturnCorrelation
DHI-1.4% 
Market (SPY)1.4%34.1%
Sector (XLY)-3.5%50.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The -9.3% change in DHI stock from 2/28/2026 to 8/31/2026 was primarily driven by a -8.0% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)22820268312026Change
Stock Price ($)159.43144.56-9.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)33,52433,350-0.5%
Net Income Margin (%)9.9%9.2%-8.0%
P/E Multiple14.013.4-4.4%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)2922823.6%
Cumulative Contribution-9.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

2/28/2026 to 8/31/2026
ReturnCorrelation
DHI-9.3% 
Market (SPY)12.1%44.2%
Sector (XLY)-0.0%54.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The -13.7% change in DHI stock from 8/31/2025 to 8/31/2026 was primarily driven by a -20.1% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
(LTM values as of)83120258312026Change
Stock Price ($)167.47144.56-13.7%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)34,57533,350-3.5%
Net Income Margin (%)11.5%9.2%-20.1%
P/E Multiple12.813.44.0%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)3042827.8%
Cumulative Contribution-13.7%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2025 to 8/31/2026
ReturnCorrelation
DHI-13.7% 
Market (SPY)19.9%30.6%
Sector (XLY)1.2%47.1%

Fundamental Drivers

The 25.3% change in DHI stock from 8/31/2023 to 8/31/2026 was primarily driven by a 65.9% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
(LTM values as of)83120238312026Change
Stock Price ($)115.36144.5625.3%
Change Contribution By: 
Total Revenues ($ Mil)34,59633,350-3.6%
Net Income Margin (%)14.1%9.2%-34.9%
P/E Multiple8.113.465.9%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)34028220.4%
Cumulative Contribution25.3%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

8/31/2023 to 8/31/2026
ReturnCorrelation
DHI25.3% 
Market (SPY)76.3%32.3%
Sector (XLY)39.7%42.1%

Return vs. Risk

Price Returns Compared

 202120222023202420252026Total [1]
Returns
DHI Return59%-17%72%-7%4%3%127%
Peers Return47%-24%91%9%-6%-2%116%
S&P 500 Return27%-19%24%23%16%13%105%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
DHI Win Rate75%42%58%58%50%62% 
Peers Win Rate72%42%63%60%43%57% 
S&P 500 Win Rate75%42%67%75%67%50% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
DHI Max Drawdown-20%-44%-23%-30%-25%-21% 
Peers Max Drawdown-20%-42%-20%-25%-27%-29% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-5%-25%-10%-8%-19%-9% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: LEN, PHM, NVR, TOL, KBH. See DHI 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 8/31/2026 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

EventDHIS&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-23.0%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.9%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven42 days24 days
2023 SVB Regional Banking Crisis
  % Loss-10.2%-6.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven11.4%7.1%
  Time to Breakeven56 days31 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-42.1%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven72.8%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven307 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-53.5%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven115.0%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven120 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-20.2%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.3%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven78 days105 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-25.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven33.6%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven62 days62 days

Compare to LEN, PHM, NVR, TOL, KBH

In The Past

D.R. Horton's stock fell -9.2% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 10.2% gain to breakeven.

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EventDHIS&P 500
Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock
  % Loss-23.0%-9.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven29.9%10.5%
  Time to Breakeven42 days24 days
2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening
  % Loss-42.1%-24.5%
  % Gain to Breakeven72.8%32.4%
  Time to Breakeven307 days427 days
2020 COVID-19 Crash
  % Loss-53.5%-33.7%
  % Gain to Breakeven115.0%50.9%
  Time to Breakeven120 days140 days
Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare
  % Loss-20.2%-19.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven25.3%23.8%
  Time to Breakeven78 days105 days
2015-2016 China Devaluation / Global Growth Scare
  % Loss-25.2%-12.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven33.6%13.9%
  Time to Breakeven62 days62 days
2013 Taper Tantrum
  % Loss-30.8%-0.2%
  % Gain to Breakeven44.6%0.2%
  Time to Breakeven402 days1 days
2011 US Debt Ceiling Crisis & European Contagion
  % Loss-29.8%-17.9%
  % Gain to Breakeven42.4%21.8%
  Time to Breakeven36 days123 days
2010 Eurozone Sovereign Debt Crisis / Flash Crash
  % Loss-29.9%-15.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven42.6%18.2%
  Time to Breakeven558 days125 days
2008-2009 Global Financial Crisis
  % Loss-67.8%-53.4%
  % Gain to Breakeven210.2%114.4%
  Time to Breakeven164 days1085 days
Summer 2007 Credit Crunch
  % Loss-30.9%-8.6%
  % Gain to Breakeven44.7%9.5%
  Time to Breakeven1753 days47 days

Compare to LEN, PHM, NVR, TOL, KBH

In The Past

D.R. Horton's stock fell -9.2% during the 2025 US Tariff Shock. Such a loss loss requires a 10.2% gain to breakeven.

Preserve Wealth

Limiting losses and compounding gains is essential to preserving wealth.

Asset Allocation

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About D.R. Horton (DHI)

D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) is a leading homebuilding company with extensive operations across the United States. It specializes in the acquisition and development of land, followed by the construction and sale of residential homes. The company operates in 31 states and 98 markets, marketing homes under various brand names including D.R. Horton, America's Builder, Express Homes, Emerald Homes, and Freedom Homes.

The company's core products include a diverse range of residential properties, from single-family detached homes to attached homes such as townhomes, duplexes, and triplexes. Beyond construction, D.R. Horton also provides essential ancillary services, offering mortgage financing and title insurance policies, as well as engaging in residential lot development. This integrated approach allows it to serve homebuyers comprehensively.

In addition to its primary homebuilding business, D.R. Horton has diversified interests including the development, construction, ownership, and sale of multi-family and single-family rental properties. It also holds non-residential real estate, such as ranch land, and owns and operates energy-related assets. The company primarily serves individual homebuyers seeking new homes across its wide geographic footprint in the U.S.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for D.R. Horton:

  • D.R. Horton is like Ford, but for houses. They mass-produce new homes across the country, offering different brands for various market segments.
  • You can think of D.R. Horton as the Walmart of new home sales. They are the largest homebuilder in the U.S., constructing and selling a vast volume of homes in countless markets.

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  • Residential Home Sales and Construction: The company constructs and sells a variety of new homes, including single-family detached, town homes, duplexes, and triplexes.
  • Mortgage Financing Services: D.R. Horton provides mortgage financing solutions to homebuyers.
  • Title Services: The company offers title insurance policies along with examination and closing services.
  • Residential Lot Development: D.R. Horton engages in the acquisition and development of land for residential purposes.
  • Rental Property Services: The company develops, constructs, owns, leases, and sells both multi-family and single-family rental properties.

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D.R. Horton (DHI) primarily serves individual homebuyers.

The company caters to a diverse range of customers, which can be broadly categorized into the following segments:

  • First-time homebuyers: These customers are typically entering the housing market for the first time, often seeking more affordable and entry-level homes, a segment often addressed by D.R. Horton's "Express Homes" brand.
  • Move-up homebuyers: This category includes individuals or families looking for larger homes, more amenities, or homes in different locations, often having previously owned a home. D.R. Horton's core brand and "Emerald Homes" often serve this segment.
  • Active adult/Retiree homebuyers: Customers in this segment often seek homes designed for a low-maintenance lifestyle, sometimes in age-restricted or age-targeted communities, a market specifically addressed by D.R. Horton's "Freedom Homes" brand.

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Paul J. Romanowski, President and Chief Executive Officer

Paul J. Romanowski was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of D.R. Horton in October 2023. He has been an integral member of the D.R. Horton management team for over 20 years. Mr. Romanowski joined the company in 1999, serving as the Division President of the South Florida Division from 1999 to 2014. He then served as a Region President, overseeing D.R. Horton's homebuilding operations in Florida and five Mid-Atlantic states from 2014 to 2021. Prior to his promotion to CEO, he was Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer from October 2021 until October 2023. Before joining D.R. Horton, he worked for Metrostudy and in land acquisition for another public homebuilder. He graduated from Butler University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing.

Bill W. Wheat, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Bill W. Wheat has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of D.R. Horton since 2003. He joined the company in 1998 as an Accounting Manager and was later Senior Vice President and Controller from 2000 to 2003. Mr. Wheat also served as a member of the Board of Directors of D.R. Horton from October 2003 to January 2011. He began his career with Price Waterhouse LLP (now PricewaterhouseCoopers) and then held various financial and accounting roles at The Bombay Company. In the past, he also occupied the position of Chief Financial Officer at Forestar Group, Inc. Mr. Wheat graduated from Baylor University in 1988 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting and finance.

David V. Auld, Executive Chairman

David V. Auld became Executive Chairman of the Board of D.R. Horton in May 2024, following the passing of the company's founder and chairman, Donald Horton. He previously served as Executive Vice Chair of the Board from October 2023 to May 2024. Mr. Auld was the President and Chief Executive Officer of D.R. Horton from October 2014 to October 2023. His tenure as CEO saw significant growth in revenues, market share, earnings, and cash flow generation for the company. He joined D.R. Horton in 1988, serving as Division President of the Orlando Division until 2005. From 2005 to 2013, he was Region President, overseeing homebuilding operations in Florida, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama. He was Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer from November 2013 until October 2014. Before joining D.R. Horton, Mr. Auld worked for Texas American Bank and General Dynamics.

Michael J. Murray, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Michael J. Murray has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of D.R. Horton since October 2014. He joined the company in 2002 as the Director of Internal Audit. From 2004 to 2012, Mr. Murray held the position of Vice President and Controller, and subsequently served as Senior Vice President of Business Development from 2012 until October 2014. His career began at Price Waterhouse LLP (now PricewaterhouseCoopers), after which he worked at several other companies in finance and accounting roles before joining D.R. Horton. Mr. Murray graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1988 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting.

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D.R. Horton (DHI) faces several key risks inherent to the homebuilding industry. The most significant of these are tied to macroeconomic conditions, the substantial investment in land and inventory, and the volatility of construction costs.

Key Risks for D.R. Horton (DHI)

1. Macroeconomic Conditions and Interest Rate Sensitivity: The performance of D.R. Horton is highly susceptible to broader economic fluctuations, including changes in interest rates, which directly impact homebuyer demand and affordability. Rising interest rates can dampen the ability of potential buyers to secure mortgage financing or make homes less affordable, thereby reducing sales volumes and profitability. The company's financial services segment, which provides mortgage financing, is also directly affected by these conditions.

2. Land and Inventory Risk: As a homebuilding company, D.R. Horton engages in the acquisition and development of land, maintaining substantial land, lot, and rental property inventory. There are inherent risks in controlling, owning, and developing this land. A decline in housing demand or property values could prevent the company from selling homes or rental properties profitably, potentially leading to an inability to fully recover the costs of its land and lots. The values of these assets can fluctuate significantly with market conditions.

3. Construction Cost Volatility: D.R. Horton faces challenges in effectively managing costs, particularly due to fluctuating material costs and potential labor shortages within the highly competitive homebuilding industry. Increases in the cost of raw materials and skilled labor can compress profit margins and impact the company's financial results.

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D.R. Horton (DHI) operates in several addressable markets across the United States for its main products and services:

  • Residential Home Building (Construction and Sale of Homes): The U.S. residential construction market size is estimated at USD 1.41 trillion in 2026. New-build activity represented 69.05% of this market in 2025. An estimated 679,000 new homes were sold in 2025. The House Building Market in North America, with the U.S. contributing approximately 80% of the market share, is projected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.1% from 2025 to 2035.
  • Mortgage Financing Services: The total single-family mortgage origination volume in the U.S. is expected to increase to $2.2 trillion in 2026, up from $2.0 trillion in 2025. Within this, purchase originations are forecast to reach $1.46 trillion in 2026, and refinance originations are expected to be $737 billion.
  • Title Insurance Policies, Examination, and Closing Services: The U.S. title insurance industry generated $4.5 billion in title insurance premiums during the second quarter of 2025. For the first six months of 2025, premium volume increased by 13.2% compared to the same period in 2024. The North American title insurance market, where the U.S. is the primary contributor (holding approximately 70% of the global market share), was estimated at $2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $2.8 billion by 2032. The global home title insurance market size was valued at USD 1.19 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 1.28 billion in 2026.
  • Residential Lot Development: The market size for Land Development in the U.S. was $22.5 billion in 2025 and is projected to be $22.6 billion in 2026.
  • Multi-family and Single-family Rental Properties:
    • Multi-family Rental Properties: The number of multi-family rental households in the U.S. reached an estimated 22.4 million in 2025. This is an increase from 22 million households in 2024, which was the highest level on record. Multi-family rentals accounted for 33% of the U.S. rental stock as of 2024. Total multi-family rental units reached a record of 12.1 million in 2024.
    • Single-family Rental Properties: The number of single-family rental (SFR) households in the U.S. increased to 14.6 million in 2025. In 2024, the number of SFR households was 14.4 million. Single-family rentals represented 31% of the U.S. rental stock as of 2024.

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D.R. Horton (DHI) is expected to drive future revenue growth over the next 2-3 years through several key strategies: * **Focus on Affordable Housing and First-Time Homebuyers:** D.R. Horton continues to prioritize providing affordable housing options, particularly targeting first-time homebuyers. This strategy is crucial for navigating affordability constraints in the market and is expected to sustain demand and drive sales volume. * **Increased Net Sales Orders and Community Count:** Despite a challenging market, the company reported a 3% increase in net sales orders in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Management also anticipates maintaining a high community count, indicating a focus on expanding the availability of homes to meet demand, which directly contributes to higher closing volumes and revenue. * **Growth in Rental Operations:** D.R. Horton's rental operations, encompassing both single-family and multi-family rental properties, are a significant and growing revenue stream. In the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company generated $109.5 million in revenue from the sale of 397 single-family rental homes. This diversification beyond traditional home sales provides an additional avenue for revenue growth. * **Contribution from Forestar's Lot Development Business:** Forestar, a majority-owned subsidiary, contributes revenue through lot sales, with a substantial portion under contract with or subject to a right of first offer to D.R. Horton. For example, in Q1 fiscal 2026, Forestar sold 1,944 lots, generating $273.0 million in revenue. This segment provides a consistent revenue stream and ensures a flexible and reliable lot supply for D.R. Horton's homebuilding operations.

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Share Repurchases

  • D.R. Horton repurchased common stock totaling $4.3 billion in fiscal year 2025.
  • The company's Board of Directors authorized $3.3 billion for future stock repurchases as of September 30, 2025.
  • In fiscal year 2024, D.R. Horton repurchased $1.803 billion of common stock, and in fiscal year 2023, it repurchased $1.187 billion.

Share Issuance

  • As of September 30, 2025, D.R. Horton had 404,031,443 shares issued, an increase from 402,848,342 shares issued at September 30, 2024.
  • Despite new issuances, the number of common shares outstanding decreased by 9% in fiscal year 2025 compared to the prior year due to repurchases.

Inbound Investments

  • No significant inbound investments by third-parties such as strategic partners or private equity firms were explicitly reported over the last 3-5 years.

Outbound Investments

  • No significant strategic outbound investments in other companies were explicitly reported over the last 3-5 years. The company's focus remains on its core homebuilding, residential lot development (Forestar), financial services, and rental property operations.

Capital Expenditures

  • D.R. Horton invested $8.5 billion in lots, land, and development during fiscal year 2025.
  • The primary focus of capital expenditures is on land acquisition, land development, and the construction of residential homes and rental properties.
  • The company's total inventory, which includes construction in progress, finished homes, and residential land and lots, amounted to $25.287 billion at September 30, 2025.

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Peer Outperformance in Homebuilding

DHI has outperformed 59% of its 17 Homebuilding peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are PHM, TOL and MHO. 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 DHI has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
24%
of 17 industry peers · -13.7% return
3Y
65%
of 17 industry peers · 24.1% return
5Y
59%
of 17 industry peers · 57.0% return
Homebuilding peers with revenue growth within 4pp of DHI'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
DHI D.R. Horton -1.0% 13.4x -13.7%24.1%57.0%
PHM PulteGroup -0.5% 12.5x -3.6%56.4%142.3% +85pp
TOL Toll Brothers 0.2% 11.2x 4.0%75.3%134.5% +78pp
MHO M/I Homes 0.3% 12.0x 1.1%47.6%119.8% +63pp
IBP Installed Building Products 2.5% 25.8x -6.1%73.6%110.7% +54pp
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 DHI'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 -9.6%96.0%69.2% LINC 291% · CVSA 257% · PRDO 222%
Homebuilding ← 18 -4.8%16.9%42.0% GRBK 182% · PHM 142% · TOL 135%
Automotive Retail 18 -15.2%0.9%12.4% MUSA 242% · PAG 173% · ORLY 125%
Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines 22 14.1%44.7%11.6% RCL 236% · MAR 164% · HLT 156%
Home Improvement Retail 5 -19.0%-6.5%6.7% HD 14% · LOW 11% · HVT 7%
Specialty Stores 7 -5.2%24.4%3.4% FIVE 14% · DKS 10% · SIG 9%
Distributors 4 -9.4%-25.3%-8.5% ARMK 134% · GPC 27% · LKQ -44%
Restaurants 33 -5.7%-12.4%-9.8% EAT 327% · CAKE 162% · RAVE 143%
Specialized Consumer Services 10 -12.0%25.3%-13.9% HRB 133% · FTDR 85% · SCI 39%
Footwear 9 52.0%31.9%-16.0% WEYS 151% · DECK 26% · SHOO 21%
Home Furnishings 4 -7.8%15.9%-16.9% SGI 50% · LZB 1% · MHK -35%
Leisure Products 13 -18.3%-22.2%-30.6% GOLF 85% · HAS 16% · MCFT -12%
Leisure Facilities 11 1.2%-7.7%-35.4% OSW 145% · JAKK 94% · ESCA 9%
Apparel Retail 25 0.1%-0.4%-36.1% ANF 300% · DXLG 188% · URBN 139%
Automotive Parts & Equipment 38 -11.9%-11.1%-38.0% MOD 1348% · GTX 289% · STRT 89%
Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods 27 -4.3%-9.9%-40.1% TPR 246% · RL 223% · ELA 221%
Household Appliances 18 7.0%33.0%-41.9% KEQU 181% · FLXS 156% · HBB 111%
Casinos & Gaming 19 -15.3%-30.2%-49.1% MCRI 107% · RSI 75% · RRR 49%
Broadline Retail 15 6.4%12.5%-53.3% DDS 314% · AMZN 49% · EBAY 48%
Computer & Electronics Retail 3 -18.0%-0.2%-61.8% BBY -14% · UPBD -62% · GME -65%
Automobile Manufacturers 8 -64.9%-50.5%-70.6% GM 83% · TSLA 50% · F 45%
Other Specialty Retail 18 -32.3%-48.4%-78.9% TLF 109% · BBW 93% · WINA 90%
Consumer Electronics 11 -10.1%-15.7%-80.0% AXIL 2610% · GRMN 79% · TBCH -55%
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

DHILENPHMNVRTOLKBHMedian
NameD.R. Hor.Lennar PulteGro.NVR Toll Bro.KB Home  
Mkt Price-------
Mkt Cap40.820.623.917.013.53.318.8
Rev LTM33,35033,17516,4079,54710,7595,50413,583
Op Inc LTM3,8102,2702,5551,4221,4893281,879
FCF LTM3,202-901,5121,0461,0903601,068
FCF 3Y Avg2,6951,9681,3771,2539513171,315
CFO LTM3,353721,6261,0671,1924081,129
CFO 3Y Avg2,8452,1291,4921,2791,0353601,385

Growth & Margins

DHILENPHMNVRTOLKBHMedian
NameD.R. Hor.Lennar PulteGro.NVR Toll Bro.KB Home  
Rev Chg LTM-3.5%-7.2%-7.3%-9.9%-1.1%-17.5%-7.3%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg-1.0%-0.7%-0.5%-1.4%0.2%-7.0%-0.8%
Rev Chg Q0.0%-13.3%-9.6%-10.5%-9.7%-27.3%-10.1%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM0.0%-3.0%-2.5%-2.8%-2.6%-7.0%-2.7%
Op Inc Chg LTM-22.1%-51.1%-27.5%-23.7%-15.8%-52.7%-25.6%
Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg-14.4%-27.5%-9.9%-9.3%-6.6%-27.8%-12.2%
Op Mgn LTM11.4%6.8%15.6%14.9%13.8%6.0%12.6%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg14.1%11.9%19.0%17.2%16.3%9.2%15.2%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM-0.3%-1.2%-0.8%-0.8%-0.8%-1.3%-0.8%
CFO/Rev LTM10.1%0.2%9.9%11.2%11.1%7.4%10.0%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg8.2%6.0%8.8%12.7%9.7%5.9%8.5%
FCF/Rev LTM9.6%-0.3%9.2%11.0%10.1%6.5%9.4%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg7.8%5.6%8.1%12.5%8.9%5.2%7.9%

Valuation

DHILENPHMNVRTOLKBHMedian
NameD.R. Hor.Lennar PulteGro.NVR Toll Bro.KB Home  
Mkt Cap40.820.623.917.013.53.318.8
P/S1.20.61.51.81.30.61.2
P/Op Inc10.79.19.412.09.010.09.7
P/EBIT10.79.19.611.39.010.09.8
P/E13.411.512.514.911.212.112.3
P/CFO12.2284.214.716.011.38.113.4
Total Yield8.7%11.2%8.8%6.7%9.6%10.2%9.2%
Dividend Yield1.2%2.5%0.8%0.0%0.7%2.0%1.0%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg6.2%5.2%5.9%5.9%7.4%7.0%6.1%
D/E0.20.30.10.10.20.60.2
Net D/E0.10.10.0-0.00.10.50.1

Returns

DHILENPHMNVRTOLKBHMedian
NameD.R. Hor.Lennar PulteGro.NVR Toll Bro.KB Home  
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Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Homebuilding31,51633,96231,74331,92326,578
Forestar1,6621,5091,4371,5191,326
Rental1,6401,6852,606510268
Financial Services841882802795824
Eliminations and Other-1,409-1,237-1,127-1,267-1,221
Total34,25036,80135,46033,48027,774


Assets by Segment
$ Mil20252024202320222021
Homebuilding26,70027,48124,70022,28518,932
Forestar3,1372,8402,4712,3432,102
Financial Services3,0562,9572,9803,0062,235
Rental2,8513,1232,8602,697865
Eliminations and Other-272-297-42920-118
Total35,47136,10432,58230,35124,016


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$144.56 
Market Cap ($ Bil)40.8 
First Trading Date06/05/1992 
Distance from 52W High-20.5% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$150.52$149.03
DMA Trendindeterminateindeterminate
Distance from DMA-4.0%-3.0%
 3M1YR
Volatility37.7%35.7%
Downside Capture126.0390.57
Upside Capture112.9154.18
Correlation (SPY)33.7%30.2%
DHI Betas & Captures as of 8/31/2026

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta1.741.140.941.140.850.75
Up Beta1.57-0.100.381.391.380.86
Down Beta1.440.960.851.020.690.34
Up Capture162%121%112%81%44%61%
Bmk +ve Days10213268138427
Stock +ve Days11203059116376
Down Capture230%218%123%129%93%98%
Bmk -ve Days11213259113324
Stock -ve Days10223468135374

[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 DHI
DHI-13.4%35.6%-0.35-
Sector ETF (XLY)0.2%19.4%-0.1146.9%
Equity (SPY)19.3%12.8%1.1130.3%
Gold (GLD)29.8%29.0%0.899.3%
Commodities (DBC)41.3%20.4%1.58-30.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)9.2%13.7%0.4046.7%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)-30.9%43.7%-0.723.6%

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Based On 5-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with DHI
DHI10.0%35.7%0.34-
Sector ETF (XLY)6.2%24.1%0.2152.0%
Equity (SPY)12.9%17.2%0.5747.0%
Gold (GLD)19.4%18.7%0.8410.6%
Commodities (DBC)11.0%19.5%0.44-3.4%
Real Estate (VNQ)1.9%18.9%-0.0054.6%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)9.5%52.7%0.3619.4%

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Based On 10-Year Data
Annualized
Return
Annualized
Volatility
Sharpe
Ratio
Correlation
with DHI
DHI17.6%36.0%0.55-
Sector ETF (XLY)12.2%22.2%0.5055.5%
Equity (SPY)15.2%17.9%0.7252.0%
Gold (GLD)12.3%16.3%0.6212.4%
Commodities (DBC)7.6%18.1%0.3410.6%
Real Estate (VNQ)4.9%20.7%0.2055.1%
Bitcoin (BTCUSD)63.4%66.2%1.0313.5%

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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date8142026
Short Interest: Shares Quantity9.7 Mil
Short Interest: % Change Since 7312026-7.4%
Average Daily Volume2.0 Mil
Days-to-Cover Short Interest4.8 days
Basic Shares Quantity282.2 Mil
Short % of Basic Shares3.5%

Earnings Returns History

Updated 8/21/2026
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/21/2026-0.9%2.0%0.9%
4/21/2026-0.6%-3.6%-12.3%
1/20/20263.2%-3.0%7.2%
10/28/2025-3.2%-8.7%-2.4%
7/22/202517.0%11.4%28.4%
4/17/20253.2%7.2%7.3%
1/21/20252.2%0.2%-10.2%
10/29/2024-7.2%-5.3%-6.2%
...
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive121613
# Negative12811
Median Positive3.2%2.8%6.1%
Median Negative-2.7%-2.7%-4.6%
Max Positive17.0%11.4%28.4%
Max Negative-7.2%-8.7%-12.3%
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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
7/21/2026-0.9%2.0%0.9%
4/21/2026-0.6%-3.6%-12.3%
1/20/20263.2%-3.0%7.2%
10/28/2025-3.2%-8.7%-2.4%
7/22/202517.0%11.4%28.4%
4/17/20253.2%7.2%7.3%
1/21/20252.2%0.2%-10.2%
10/29/2024-7.2%-5.3%-6.2%
7/18/20240.2%-0.4%2.8%
4/18/20240.1%0.3%3.8%
1/23/2024-2.7%0.1%1.6%
11/7/20230.5%6.4%12.8%
7/20/2023-1.9%0.6%-8.7%
4/20/2023-0.9%0.7%2.6%
1/24/2023-1.6%1.7%-4.6%
11/9/202211.2%10.2%13.5%
7/21/20223.8%6.5%5.5%
4/26/2022-2.9%-0.7%-4.1%
2/2/2022-2.9%-2.3%-5.7%
11/9/2021-2.6%1.6%9.9%
7/22/20214.4%6.5%6.1%
4/22/20213.5%6.9%-4.4%
1/26/2021-4.0%-0.5%-4.0%
11/10/20202.8%3.7%-1.0%
SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive121613
# Negative12811
Median Positive3.2%2.8%6.1%
Median Negative-2.7%-2.7%-4.6%
Max Positive17.0%11.4%28.4%
Max Negative-7.2%-8.7%-12.3%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/23/202610-Q
03/31/202604/23/202610-Q
12/31/202501/22/202610-Q
09/30/202511/19/202510-K
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202401/23/202510-Q
09/30/202411/19/202410-K
06/30/202407/23/202410-Q
03/31/202404/23/202410-Q
12/31/202301/24/202410-Q
09/30/202311/17/202310-K
06/30/202307/24/202310-Q
03/31/202304/24/202310-Q
12/31/202201/25/202310-Q
09/30/202211/18/202210-K
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Report DateFiling DateFiling
06/30/202607/23/202610-Q
03/31/202604/23/202610-Q
12/31/202501/22/202610-Q
09/30/202511/19/202510-K
06/30/202507/23/202510-Q
03/31/202504/23/202510-Q
12/31/202401/23/202510-Q
09/30/202411/19/202410-K
06/30/202407/23/202410-Q
03/31/202404/23/202410-Q
12/31/202301/24/202410-Q
09/30/202311/17/202310-K
06/30/202307/24/202310-Q
03/31/202304/24/202310-Q
12/31/202201/25/202310-Q
09/30/202211/18/202210-K
06/30/202207/22/202210-Q
03/31/202204/27/202210-Q
12/31/202102/02/202210-Q
09/30/202111/18/202110-K
06/30/202107/23/202110-Q
03/31/202104/26/202110-Q
12/31/202001/27/202110-Q
09/30/202011/20/202010-K
06/30/202007/30/202010-Q
03/31/202004/29/202010-Q
12/31/201901/28/202010-Q
09/30/201911/25/201910-K

Recent Forward Guidance

Updated 7/22/2026

Latest: Q3 2026 Earnings Reported 7/21/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Consolidated Revenues32.50 Bil32.75 Bil33.00 Bil-3.7% LoweredGuidance: 34.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Homes Closed83,80084,05084,300-3.1% LoweredGuidance: 86,750 for 2026
2026 Income Tax Rate 25.0%  0.5%RaisedGuidance: 24.5% for 2026
2026 Consolidated Cash Flow Provided by Operations 3.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 3.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Share Repurchases 2.50 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 2.50 Bil for 2026
2026 Dividend Payments 500.00 Mil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 500.00 Mil for 2026

Prior: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 4/21/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Revenue33.50 Bil34.00 Bil34.50 Bil-0.7% LoweredGuidance: 34.25 Bil for 2026
2026 Homes Closed86,00086,75087,500-0.3% LoweredGuidance: 87,000 for 2026
2026 Income Tax Rate 24.5%  0AffirmedGuidance: 24.5% for 2026
2026 Free Cash Flow 3.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 3.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Share Repurchases 2.50 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 2.50 Bil for 2026
2026 Dividends 500.00 Mil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 500.00 Mil for 2026

Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 1/20/2026

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Consolidated Revenues33.50 Bil34.25 Bil35.00 Bil0 AffirmedGuidance: 34.25 Bil for 2026
2026 Homes Closed86,00087,00088,0000 AffirmedGuidance: 87,000 for 2026
2026 Income Tax Rate 24.5%  0AffirmedGuidance: 24.5% for 2026
2026 Consolidated Cash Flow Provided by Operations 3.00 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 3.00 Bil for 2026
2026 Share Repurchases 2.50 Bil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 2.50 Bil for 2026
2026 Dividend Payments 500.00 Mil 0 AffirmedGuidance: 500.00 Mil for 2026

Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 10/28/2025

Forward GuidanceGuidance Change
MetricLowMidHigh% Chg% DeltaChangePrior
2026 Consolidated Revenues33.50 Bil34.25 Bil35.00 Bil0.9% Higher NewActual: 33.95 Bil for 2025
2026 Homes Closed86,00087,00088,0002.1% Higher NewActual: 85,250 for 2025
2026 Income Tax Rate 24.5%  0.5%Higher NewActual: 24.0% for 2025
2026 Consolidated Cash Flow Provided by Operations 3.00 Bil 0 Same NewActual: 3.00 Bil for 2025
2026 Share Repurchases 2.50 Bil -41.9% Lower NewActual: 4.30 Bil for 2025
2026 Dividend Payments 500.00 Mil 0 Same NewActual: 500.00 Mil for 2025

Insider Activity

Updated 8/26/2026
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Odom, Aron MSVP, Controller and PAODirectSell2172026167.5526043,5631,081,870Form
2Murray, Michael JEVP and COODirectSell2172026148.9712017,87618,247,958Form
3Buchanan, Michael R DirectSell9092025180.741,000180,740215,623Form
4Odom, Aron MSVP, Controller and PAODirectSell9092025183.001,376251,8081,181,631Form
5Auld, David VExecutive ChairmanDirectSell9092025182.2130,0005,466,411148,626,613Form
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#OwnerTitleHoldingActionFiling DatePriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
1Odom, Aron MSVP, Controller and PAODirectSell2172026167.5526043,5631,081,870Form
2Murray, Michael JEVP and COODirectSell2172026148.9712017,87618,247,958Form
3Buchanan, Michael R DirectSell9092025180.741,000180,740215,623Form
4Odom, Aron MSVP, Controller and PAODirectSell9092025183.001,376251,8081,181,631Form
5Auld, David VExecutive ChairmanDirectSell9092025182.2130,0005,466,411148,626,613Form
6Odom, Aron MSVP, Controller and PAODirectSell8142025166.201,233204,9251,301,845Form

Investor Activity (13F)

Updated Sep 1, 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
Greenhaven Associates Inc$475.7 Mil7.8%27Hold13F
Horiko Capital Management LLC$20.4 Mil4.7%20Hold13F
Smead Capital Management, Inc.$205.5 Mil4.5%32TRIM -12.9%13F
Crake Asset Management LLP$79.2 Mil2.8%20New13F
Brave Warrior Advisors, LLC$95.2 Mil2.4%36Hold13F
Trinity Street Asset Management LLP$21.6 Mil1.5%22Hold13F
Hook Mill Capital Partners, LP$8.0 Mil0.7%39New13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Crake Asset Management LLP$79.2 Mil2.8%20New13F
Hook Mill Capital Partners, LP$8.0 Mil0.7%39New13F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQAs OfFiling
TB Alternative Assets Ltd.$20.0 Mil3.3%50ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Voss Capital, LP$16.6 Mil0.9%48ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Concord Investment Counsel Inc.$5.1 Mil1.7%40ExitedDec 31, 202513F
Smead Capital Management, Inc.$205.5 Mil4.5%32TRIM -12.9%Mar 31, 202613F
Active ManagerValue% of PortfolioTotal PositionsQoQFiling
Greenhaven Associates Inc$475.7 Mil7.8%27Hold13F
Smead Capital Management, Inc.$205.5 Mil4.5%32TRIM -12.9%13F
Brave Warrior Advisors, LLC$95.2 Mil2.4%36Hold13F
Crake Asset Management LLP$79.2 Mil2.8%20New13F
Trinity Street Asset Management LLP$21.6 Mil1.5%22Hold13F
Horiko Capital Management LLC$20.4 Mil4.7%20Hold13F
Hook Mill Capital Partners, LP$8.0 Mil0.7%39New13F
Core Cache Last Updated: 8/31/2026