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Aug 31, 2020
KB Home Q3 2020 Earnings Report
KB Home's third quarter results for 2020 reflected solid performance amidst improved housing market conditions and strategic operational adjustments.
Key Takeaways
KB Home reported revenues of $999.0 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.83 for the third quarter of 2020. The company experienced a 14% decrease in revenue compared to the previous year, but profitability improved, with a housing gross profit margin of 20.6% excluding inventory-related charges. Net orders increased by 27%, and backlog value grew by 12% to $2.6 billion.
Revenues totaled $999.0 million, a 14% decrease year-over-year.
Diluted earnings per share grew to $0.83, a 14% increase year-over-year.
Housing gross profit margin expanded to 19.9%, or 20.6% excluding inventory-related charges.
Net orders increased by 27%, and backlog value increased by 12% to $2.6 billion.
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
KB Home anticipates expanding its scale and accelerating profitable growth in 2021, assuming favorable market conditions persist, with a focus on generating higher returns through a leaner and more efficient operation.
Positive Outlook
- Housing market conditions significantly improved in Q3 2020.
- Net orders for the first three weeks of September 2020 were up 32% year-over-year.
- Cancellation rate improved to 12% for the first three weeks of September 2020.
- Company resumed land acquisition and development activities to strengthen its lot pipeline.
- Company believes it is well-positioned to operate effectively through the present environment.
Challenges Ahead
- Deliveries and revenues for Q3 2020 were tempered by the negative impact of COVID-19 related restrictions in Q2 2020.
- The trajectory and strength of the current recovery remains uncertain.
- Recovery could be slowed or reversed by a possible resurgence in COVID-19 infections combined with the seasonal flu.
- Company limited its land investments during the second and most of the third quarter to preserve cash and liquidity.
- Future performance is subject to general economic, employment, and business conditions, as well as conditions in the capital, credit, and financial markets.