D.R. Horton: Cyclical Vulnerabilities In Full Force

  • D.R. Horton faces cyclical headwinds with declining sales, rising inventory, and compressed margins, reflecting a tough market and macroeconomic pressures. Despite near-term challenges, D.R. Horton's experienced management and capital-light model position it well for a future recovery when conditions improve. The valuation is historically attractive, trading at 1.5x book and 10x forward earnings, suggesting significant upside as pessimism peaks.