KB Home (KBH)vsLennar Corporation (LEN-B)
KBH
KB Home
$52.12
-1.55%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.26B
LEN-B
Lennar Corporation
$88.33
+0.01%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $23.46B
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-B appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.04. KBH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
KBH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LEN-B
Hold42
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
-137.3%
Fair Value
$47.26
Current Price
$88.33
$41.07 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-B
The strongest argument for LEN-B 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-B
The primary concerns for LEN-B 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-B is growing revenue faster at -13.3% — sustainability is the question.
LEN-B 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 42/100). 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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