KB Home (KBH)vsNVR Inc (NVR)
KBH
KB Home
$56.35
-1.21%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $3.36B
NVR
NVR Inc
$6,381.79
-1.38%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $17.52B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
NVR Inc generates 80% more annual revenue ($9.92B vs $5.50B). NVR leads profitability with a 12.5% profit margin vs 4.9%. NVR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.97. NVR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
KBH
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
NVR
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.9% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 21.4%
Earnings declined 28.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KBH
The strongest argument for KBH centers on Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bull Case : NVR
The strongest argument for NVR centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : KBH
The primary concerns for KBH are Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : NVR
The primary concerns for NVR are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KBH profiles as a value stock while NVR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KBH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
NVR is growing revenue faster at -21.4% — sustainability is the question.
NVR generates stronger free cash flow (335M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NVR scores higher overall (49/100 vs 46/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
NVR Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION · USA
NVR, Inc. is a company engaged in home construction. It also operates a mortgage banking and title services business. The company primarily operates on the East Coast of the United States.
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