Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) — Stock Score Summary

Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) has a MoatMap StockRank of 42/100 based on Quality (43/100), Value (43/100), and Momentum (42/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. Hovnanian Enterprises is a highly leveraged homebuilder. While housing demand exists, the company's capital-heavy model and debt profile do not meet our quality standards.

Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. is a prominent homebuilder engaged in the design, construction, and sale of homes in planned communities throughout the United States. Operating in a cyclical industry, the company maintains regional market strength and a diverse portfolio of housing products, including single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums. Its competitive position is built on brand recognition and strategic land acquisitions in key markets.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$114.00
Market Cap$652M
P/E (TTM)30.97
P/E (Forward)26.55
Price/Book0.95
Return on Equity4.4%
Return on Invested Capital5.7%
Debt/Equity130.14
Gross Margin15.2%
Operating Margin3.4%
Revenue Growth-2.7%
Free Cash Flow$41M

Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. operates in the Residential Construction industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.’s (HOV) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) is 42/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (43), Value (43), and Momentum (42) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. have an economic moat?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) has a Quality factor score of 43/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 42/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. in?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Residential Construction industry (United States).
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