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Dec 31, 2019

Forestar Q1 2020 Earnings Report

Reported earnings of $0.35 per diluted share for the first quarter of fiscal year 2020.

Key Takeaways

Forestar Group Inc. reported a significant increase in financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2020. Net income attributable to Forestar increased by 412% to $16.9 million, with revenues increasing by 542% to $247.2 million. The number of residential lots sold also saw a substantial rise, increasing by 368% to 2,422 lots.

Net income attributable to Forestar increased 412% to $16.9 million.

Revenues increased 542% to $247.2 million.

Residential lots sold increased 368% to 2,422 lots.

The company's lot position consisted of 44,500 lots, with 32,200 owned and 12,300 controlled through purchase contracts.

Total Revenue
$247M
Previous year: $38.5M
+542.1%
EPS
$0.35
Previous year: $0.08
+337.5%
Lots Sold
2.42K
Previous year: 518
+367.6%
Avg Sales Price per Lot
$90.3K
Previous year: $74K
+22.0%
Gross Profit
$30.6M
Cash and Equivalents
$373M
Free Cash Flow
-$11.6M
Total Assets
$1.48B

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Forward Guidance

Forestar expects to deliver 10,000 lots during fiscal year 2020 and 12,000 lots in fiscal year 2021.

Positive Outlook

  • Strategic relationship with D.R. Horton supports the rapid expansion of operating platform.
  • Strategic relationship with D.R. Horton de-risks significant growth expectations.
  • The company's business model is centered on high turnover.
  • The company's business model is centered on lower risk lot manufacturing strategy.
  • The company is well-positioned to consolidate market share.

Challenges Ahead

  • Demand for new housing can be affected by the availability of mortgage credit.
  • Demand for new housing can be affected by job growth.
  • Demand for new housing can be affected by fluctuations in interest rates.
  • The company's ability to comply with debt covenants, restrictions and limitations.
  • General economic, market or business conditions where real estate activities are concentrated.