PulteGroup, Inc. (PHM)

PulteGroup's stock has trended upwards by 17.19% in the past six months but down by 11.27% over the past year. In the Q3 2025 earnings report, the company reported EPS of $2.96 and revenue of $4.4 billion, surpassing forecasts, but the stock declined 1.68% in pre-market trading. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.22 per share, representing an annualized dividend of $0.88. Weiss Ratings upgraded PulteGroup to a "buy" rating, while other analysts adjusted price targets. The stock has been influenced by factors such as higher mortgage rates, tariffs, and inflation.

Buyer demand for PulteGroup's products generally reflects a typical seasonal pattern, with increased activity in the spring and summer and slowing in the fall and winter. In Q3 2025, traffic to communities was higher than the previous year, but conversion rates fluctuated, and core demand was below 2024 levels. Broader economic concerns can mute the impact of traditionally positive factors.

PulteGroup, Inc. is an American homebuilding company in the Consumer Cyclical sector and Residential Construction industry. It acquires and develops land for residential purposes and constructs various housing types across the United States, marketed under brand names like Pulte Homes and Del Webb. The company also provides financial services through its subsidiaries, including mortgage financing and title insurance.

PulteGroup operates in over 40 markets across the United States, divided into six reportable regions: Northeast, Southeast, Florida, Texas, Midwest, and West. The company has a significant presence in key housing markets, with strong demand in regions like Florida and the Southeast in Q3 2025.

PulteGroup focuses on quality construction, community development, and customer satisfaction. The "Building Hope" initiative, delivering a mortgage-free home to a U.S. veteran, positively impacted its brand reputation. Surveys, such as the "PulteGroup Survey: Pondering 60, Gen X's Alternative Streak Still Strong," contribute to its brand image by engaging with specific buyer demographics.

PulteGroup's stock is held by institutional, retail, and individual investors. Institutional investors hold approximately 89.90% of the company's stock. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc. and BlackRock, Inc. The largest individual shareholder is William J. Pulte, who owns 19.61% of the company's shares.