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Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.(HOV)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
HOV•NYSE
$147.55
19.9× P/E·Price updated Jun 27, 2026
AboutHovnanian Enterprises, Inc. engages in the design, construction, marketing, and sale of residential homes in the United States. It offers single-family detached homes, attached townhomes and condominiums, urban infill, and active lifestyle homes with amenities, such as clubhouses, swimming pools, tennis courts, tot lots, and open areas. The company markets and builds homes for first-time buyers, first-time and second-time move-up buyers, luxury buyers, active lifestyle buyers, and empty nesters. It also provides mortgage loans and title insurance services. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Matawan, New Jersey.Show more
- Revenue$2.98B-0.9%
- EBITDA$85M-68.3%
- Net Income$64M-73.6%
- EPS (Diluted)7.43-76.6%
- Gross Margin14.12%-29.5%
- EBITDA Margin2.84%-68.0%
- Operating Margin2.38%-72.5%
- Net Margin2.14%-73.4%
- ROE7.83%-77.6%
HOV Price & Volume
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Structural Margin Compression Masks Persistent Leverage Risks
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q2
VerdictNegative
Growth:Decelerating
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Vulnerable
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:High leverage and volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Hovnanian Enterprises faces a challenging outlook characterized by stagnant revenue growth and structurally thin operating margins that leave little room for error in a volatile housing market.
- While the company has attempted to deleverage, its reliance on debt-funded operations and inconsistent cash flow generation creates a precarious risk profile for long-term investors.
- The firm's inability to maintain stable profitability, evidenced by recent quarterly losses, suggests that significant operational headwinds remain despite historical efforts to improve the balance sheet.
Verdict Logic
the company's thin 2.3% operating margin and volatile cash flow, which resulted in a $70.5M free cash flow deficit in 2026Q2, present an unfavorable risk-reward profile for institutional capital.
HOV Growth Metrics
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years3.32%
5 Years4.91%
3 Years0.64%
TTM-4.71%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years4.63%
3 Years-34.33%
TTM-83.03%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years1.11%
3 Years-36.49%
TTM-87.44%
Return on Capital
10 Years9.92%
5 Years12.98%
3 Years10.2%
Last Year3.03%
HOV Recent Earnings
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 5/12 qtrs (71%)●Beat Revenue 4/12 qtrs (57%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 21, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.46+77.5%
$2.04
Rev
$668M+6.6%
$626M
Q1 2026
Feb 25, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.62+367.3%
$0.98
Rev
$632M+0.5%
$629M
Q1 2026
Feb 23, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$3.21+427.6%
$0.98
Rev
$632M+0.5%
$629M
Q4 2025
Dec 4, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$5.96+846.0%
$0.63
Rev
$818M+30.1%
$629M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 21, 2026 | $0.46vs $2.04+77.5% | $668Mvs $626M+6.6% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 25, 2026 | $2.62vs $0.98+367.3% | $632Mvs $629M+0.5% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 23, 2026 | $3.21vs $0.98+427.6% | $632Mvs $629M+0.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Dec 4, 2025 | $5.96vs $0.63+846.0% | $818Mvs $629M+30.1% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $147.55 | $748.33M | 19.86 | -0.88% | 2.14% | 7.83% | 1.12% | |
| $166.29 | $48.17B | 14.37 | -6.93% | 9.51% | 12.94% | — | |
| $93.52 | $23.22B | 11.72 | -3.54% | 5.39% | 7.98% | — | |
| $137.61 | $26.44B | 12.38 | -3.54% | 12.14% | 15.92% | — | |
| $164.07 | $15.54B | 12.16 | 1.11% | 11.66% | 15.47% | — | |
| $163.00 | $4.2B | 11.06 | -1.93% | 8.24% | 11.42% | — |
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Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
HOV SEC Filings & Documents
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HOV Frequently Asked Questions
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s revenue?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) reported $2.92B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 261% increase from $807.5M in 1996.
How fast is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. growing?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) saw revenue decline by 0.9% over the past year.
Is HOV profitable?
Yes, Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) is profitable, generating $36.5M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (2.1% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does HOV pay dividends?
Yes, Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.12%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is HOV's return on equity?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.8%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV) generated $271.4M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.