Beazer Homes USA Inc (BZH)vsPulteGroup Inc (PHM)
BZH
Beazer Homes USA Inc
$33.25
0.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $887.10M
PHM
PulteGroup Inc
$118.26
+1.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $22.87B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
PulteGroup Inc generates 688% more annual revenue ($16.41B vs $2.08B). PHM leads profitability with a 11.6% profit margin vs -0.4%. PHM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.04. PHM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BZH
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
PHM
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -0.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 5.3%
Revenue declined 9.6%
Earnings declined 18.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BZH
The strongest argument for BZH centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.45 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PHM
The strongest argument for PHM centers on Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.04 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BZH
The primary concerns for BZH are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : PHM
The primary concerns for PHM are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BZH profiles as a turnaround stock while PHM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BZH carries more volatility with a beta of 2.18 — expect wider price swings.
BZH is growing revenue faster at -5.3% — sustainability is the question.
PHM generates stronger free cash flow (-13M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PHM scores higher overall (59/100 vs 44/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Beazer Homes USA Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Beazer Homes USA, Inc. is a home builder in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
PulteGroup Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
PulteGroup, Inc. (previously known as Pulte Homes) is a home construction company based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
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