Hovnanian Enterprises/$HOV
Hovnanian Enterprises shares are trading higher following a strong buy recommendation highlighting its compelling valuation and effective leverage reduction strategy.
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About Hovnanian Enterprises
Hovnanian Enterprises Inc conducts all of its homebuilding and financial services operations . The company designs, constructs, markets, and sells single-family detached homes, attached townhomes and condominiums, urban infill, and active lifestyle homes in planned residential developments. It has two distinct operations: homebuilding and financial services. Its homebuilding operations are divided geographically into three segments; Northeast which includes Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia; Southeast which includes Florida, Georgia and South Carolina; and West which includes Arizona, California and Texas. The firm generates maximum revenue from West Segment.
Ticker
$HOV
Sector
Primary listing
NYSE
Industry
Household Durables
Headquarters
Employees
1,878
ISIN
US4424874018
Website
HOV Metrics
BasicAdvanced
$661M
4.19
$28.18
2.13
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Price and volume
Market cap
$661M
Beta
2.13
52-week high
$240.34
52-week low
$81.15
Average daily volume
201K
Financial strength
Current ratio
3.95
Quick ratio
0.204
Long term debt to equity
114.872
Total debt to equity
114.872
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
4.96%
Interest coverage (TTM)
7.87%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
244.902
Gross margin (TTM)
18.38%
Net profit margin (TTM)
7.03%
Operating margin (TTM)
6.97%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
23.57%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
$1,630,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
6.06%
Return on equity (TTM)
29.33%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
4.186
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.249
Price to book
0.96
Price to tangible book (TTM)
0.96
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
-19.734
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
-5.07%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
-597.76%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
7.85%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-3.75%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
3.37%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
3.53%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
3.77%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-4.86%
What the Analysts think about HOV
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Hovnanian Enterprises stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Hovnanian Enterprises has expanded its international footprint by signing a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Saudi Arabia's NHC, aiming to collaborate on housing initiatives aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. This partnership could open new revenue streams and enhance the company's global presence. (nasdaq.com)
The company reported a 13% increase in total revenues and a 22% rise in income before income taxes in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, indicating strong financial performance and operational efficiency. (globenewswire.com)
Hovnanian Enterprises has been actively reducing its debt, including the early redemption of $27 million of 13.5% Senior Notes due 2026, which could lead to improved financial stability and reduced interest expenses. (globenewswire.com)
The company's net income for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 plunged to $17.06 million from $48.17 million in the prior-year quarter, reflecting a significant decline in profitability. (rttnews.com)
Analysts at Wedbush have reduced their fiscal year 2025 earnings estimates for Hovnanian Enterprises, now expecting earnings per share of $12.04, down from the previous forecast of $12.87, indicating potential concerns about future earnings growth. (etfdailynews.com)
CEO Ara K. Hovnanian has sold significant amounts of company stock, including over $3.8 million in September 2024, which could be perceived as a lack of confidence in the company's future performance. (investing.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 9 Jul 2025.
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HOV News
AllArticlesVideos
Hovnanian Enterprises Reports Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Results
GlobeNewsWire·2 months ago
Hovnanian Enterprises Announces Strategic Partnership Between K. Hovnanian M.E.
GlobeNewsWire·2 months ago
Hovnanian Enterprises Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call
GlobeNewsWire·2 months ago
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Hovnanian Enterprises stock?
Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV) has a market cap of $661M as of July 11, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Hovnanian Enterprises stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV) stock is 4.19 as of July 11, 2025.
Does Hovnanian Enterprises stock pay dividends?
No, Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV) stock does not pay dividends to its shareholders as of July 11, 2025.
When is the next Hovnanian Enterprises dividend payment date?
Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV) stock does not pay dividends to its shareholders.
What is the beta indicator for Hovnanian Enterprises?
Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV) has a beta rating of 2.13. This means that it is more volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 2 would indicate the stock moves twice as much as the market.