KB HOME KBH 68.61
Industrials · NYSE · Data as of 2026-10-08
KB HOME (KBH) has delivered +7.2% annualized revenue growth, +21.3% earnings growth, and +32.1% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #303 of 1968 stocks overall and #72 of 442 in the Industrials sector by Steady Score.
About KB HOME
Company Overview
KB Home builds and sells single-family homes in selected U.S. markets. It develops communities for first-time and move-up buyers and allows purchasers to personalize floor plans, finishes and features through design studios. The company acquires or controls land, obtains approvals and manages construction, marketing and sales. A mortgage joint venture and other partners support financing and closing.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue is recognized when completed homes are delivered. Orders, selling prices, cancellations and construction schedules determine future closings. KB Home invests in land and community infrastructure before earning revenue, using options where practical to reduce exposure. Mortgage rates, employment, incentives and housing supply affect demand, while labor, materials and cycle times influence gross margin and capital turns.
Key Facts & Market Position
The build-to-order approach gives buyers customization but requires disciplined scheduling and can lengthen the period from sale to delivery. Operations are concentrated in western, southwestern and southeastern metropolitan markets. Local land availability and entitlement risk matter, while the company's focus on attainable price points links results closely to mortgage affordability.