Forestar Group Inc (FOR)vsSmith Douglas Homes Corp. (SDHC)
FOR
Forestar Group Inc
$28.95
-1.35%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $1.38B
SDHC
Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
$15.04
-3.28%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $128.88M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Forestar Group Inc generates 79% more annual revenue ($1.71B vs $952.84M). FOR leads profitability with a 9.8% profit margin vs 0.9%. FOR trades at a lower P/E of 8.6x. FOR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
FOR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
SDHC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+69.9%
Fair Value
$97.93
Current Price
$28.95
$68.99 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SDHC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.3% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 4.7%
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.7%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FOR
The strongest argument for FOR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : SDHC
The strongest argument for SDHC centers on Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : FOR
The primary concerns for FOR are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : SDHC
The primary concerns for SDHC are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 0.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FOR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
FOR is growing revenue faster at -3.0% — sustainability is the question.
FOR generates stronger free cash flow (32M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
FOR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 40/100). 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.
Forestar Group Inc
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT · USA
Forestar Group Inc. is a residential lot development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Texas.
Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
REAL ESTATE · REAL ESTATE - DEVELOPMENT · USA
Smith Douglas Homes Corp. The company is headquartered in Woodstock, Georgia.
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