KB Home (KBH)vsLennar Corporation (LEN)
KBH
KB Home
$52.12
-1.55%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.26B
LEN
Lennar Corporation
$92.19
-0.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $22.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lennar Corporation generates 432% more annual revenue ($33.17B vs $6.24B). KBH leads profitability with a 6.9% profit margin vs 5.4%. LEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.16. KBH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
KBH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LEN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-81.5%
Fair Value
$35.22
Current Price
$52.12
$16.90 premium
Margin of Safety
-156.0%
Fair Value
$47.26
Current Price
$92.19
$44.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
6.9% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 15.3%
5.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.7%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KBH
The strongest argument for KBH centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : LEN
The strongest argument for LEN centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : KBH
The primary concerns for KBH are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LEN
The primary concerns for LEN are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KBH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
LEN is growing revenue faster at -13.3% — sustainability is the question.
LEN generates stronger free cash flow (1.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
KBH scores higher overall (51/100 vs 47/100). 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.
KB Home
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
KB Home is a home construction company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Lennar Corporation
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
Lennar Corporation is a home construction and real estate company based in Fontainebleau, Florida.
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