D.R. Horton: A Quality Way To Play The Housing Market

D.R. Horton demonstrates resilience with rising net new orders and backlog despite industry headwinds, justifying a continued soft 'buy' rating. While DHI's revenue and profitability declined year-over-year, the company outperformed analyst EPS expectations and maintained robust capital returns through buybacks and dividends. Management guides for slightly lower 2026 revenue and operating cash flow, yet DHI's stability and quality distinguish it from peers trading at lower valuations.