Lennar (LEN) Stock Overview
Operates as a homebuilder primarily under the Lennar brand in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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US$162.49
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46.0% undervalued intrinsic discount5.67%
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$87.74 |
| 52 Week High | US$144.24 |
| 52 Week Low | US$83.03 |
| Beta | 1.42 |
| 1 Month Change | 2.48% |
| 3 Month Change | -23.05% |
| 1 Year Change | -19.92% |
| 3 Year Change | -23.04% |
| 5 Year Change | -11.11% |
| Change since IPO | 7,172.72% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
LEN: Costly Land Banking Will Drive Weaker Margins And Returns Ahead
Analysts have trimmed Lennar's price targets across the Street, often into a $77 to $110 range, citing softer earnings expectations, margin and land banking pressures, and a view that the valuation looks stretched relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes point to a clear reset in expectations, with many bearish analysts cutting price targets into a tighter band and leaning on Underperform, Sell, or Hold stances.Seeking Alpha • Apr 27
Lennar: Foundations Remain Solid, But Market Risks, Valuation Flag Caution
Summary Lennar Corporation faces persistent macroeconomic volatility, with housing market weakness driving a 13.3% YoY revenue decline in Q1 2026. I now downgrade LEN from buy to hold, citing limited rebound potential and valuation that reflects declining earnings and continued price weakness. LEN's strategic diversification in resilient markets like Texas and Florida, plus robust liquidity and low leverage, provide risk mitigation but not growth catalysts. Technical indicators and weak fundamentals suggest the downtrend may persist, with no clear signs of reversal or near-term recovery. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
LEN: Costly Land Banking Will Drive Weaker Margins And Returns Ahead
Analysts have trimmed Lennar's price targets across the Street, often into a $77 to $110 range, citing softer earnings expectations, margin and land banking pressures, and a view that the valuation looks stretched relative to peers. Analyst Commentary Recent research notes point to a clear reset in expectations, with many bearish analysts cutting price targets into a tighter band and leaning on Underperform, Sell, or Hold stances.Seeking Alpha • Apr 27
Lennar: Foundations Remain Solid, But Market Risks, Valuation Flag Caution
Summary Lennar Corporation faces persistent macroeconomic volatility, with housing market weakness driving a 13.3% YoY revenue decline in Q1 2026. I now downgrade LEN from buy to hold, citing limited rebound potential and valuation that reflects declining earnings and continued price weakness. LEN's strategic diversification in resilient markets like Texas and Florida, plus robust liquidity and low leverage, provide risk mitigation but not growth catalysts. Technical indicators and weak fundamentals suggest the downtrend may persist, with no clear signs of reversal or near-term recovery. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 14
LEN: Expensive Land Banking Will Keep Margins And Returns Under Pressure
Analysts have trimmed Lennar's fair value estimate to $74 from $80. This reflects a cluster of recent price target cuts that cite softer revenue growth assumptions, modestly lower margin expectations, a slightly higher discount rate, and concerns about valuation relative to peers, as well as ongoing demand and land banking risks.
Narrative Update • Mar 30
LEN: Supply Efficiencies And Incentive Rollback Will Support Margins Despite Antitrust Overhang
Analysts have reduced Lennar's fair value estimate from $108.62 to $101.57. This reflects updated price targets that balance expectations for slightly higher revenue growth and a higher future P/E with softer profit margin assumptions, ongoing concerns around land banking costs, and a series of reduced Street targets across banks.Narrative Update • Mar 16
LEN: Costly Land Banking And Incentive Needs Will Pressure Future Returns
Analyst price targets for Lennar have generally moved lower, with cuts ranging from about $1 to $15 to reflect updated models after Q1 results, softer expected deliveries and financial services income, ongoing concerns about land banking costs, and persistent demand and affordability headwinds. Analyst Commentary Recent research has tilted more cautious, with several bearish analysts trimming price targets after the Q1 update and related guidance.Narrative Update • Mar 02
LEN: Mortgage Trends And Margin Recalibration Will Balance Affordability And Antitrust Risks
Analysts have revised their fair value estimate for Lennar from $127.13 to $108.62. This reflects a mix of higher price targets from some firms and reduced expectations from others, as they weigh pressure on gross margins, housing affordability concerns, and the pace of inventory clearance into 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 16
LEN: Incentive Driven Margin Pressure And Antitrust Risks Will Constrain Future Returns
Analysts have adjusted Lennar's price targets in a relatively tight range, with recent moves from $88 to $125 reflecting mixed views around near term housing demand, incentives and margins, as well as potential impacts from inventory clearance and management changes. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more cautious stance on Lennar, with several bearish analysts flagging risks around margins, inventory clearance, and housing affordability, even as Goldman Sachs lifted its price target slightly to $125 and kept a Neutral rating.
Narrative Update • Feb 02
LEN: Housing Incentives Will Pressure Margins Yet Support Long Term Earnings Power
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Lennar from about US$159 to roughly US$153. This reflects a mix of lower expected profit margins, a slightly higher discount rate, and recent Street research pointing to slower housing activity, cautious 2026 demand visibility, and potential pressure on gross margins as incentives rise and inventory is cleared.Narrative Update • Jan 19
LEN: Prolonged Margin Pressure From Incentives Will Weigh On Future Returns
The analyst price target for Lennar has shifted as recent research combined a higher US$125 target with several lower targets, reflecting differing views on how slower housing activity, margin pressure, inventory clearance and management changes may affect the stock's risk and reward profile. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Lennar reflects a mixed backdrop, with one major bank lifting its price target while several bearish analysts cut targets or downgraded the stock.Narrative Update • Jan 05
LEN: Rising Discount Rate Will Pressure Margins And Future Share Returns
Analysts have reduced their price target for Lennar from 95 dollars to 80 dollars, reflecting expectations for slightly higher discount rates and weaker profit margins, despite marginally stronger revenue growth assumptions and a modest uptick in the future earnings multiple. What's in the News Lennar completed its multiyear share repurchase program, retiring 63,185,859 shares, or 22.12% of shares outstanding, for a total of about 7.37 billion dollars under the buyback launched in January 2021 (company filing).Narrative Update • Dec 14
LEN: Mortgage Trends And Margin Recalibration Will Shape Homebuilding Cycle Ahead
The analyst price target for Lennar has been modestly reduced by analysts, with a slightly lower fair value of about $127.13 reflecting tempered expectations for revenue growth, profit margins, and near term industry headwinds, despite some support from sector multiple expansion and easing mortgage rates. Analyst Commentary Street research on Lennar following its fiscal Q3 results reflects a wide dispersion in price targets and a generally balanced stance, with most firms maintaining Neutral or equivalent ratings despite significant target revisions.Narrative Update • Nov 30
LEN: Mixed Earnings And Mortgage Rate Direction Will Influence Sector Recovery Ahead
Analysts slightly adjusted their price targets for Lennar, with changes reflecting recent mixed quarterly results, ongoing margin pressures, and evolving expectations for sector multiples and mortgage rates. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst revisions to Lennar's price target reflect a range of outlooks tied to the company's current performance, outlook, and sector positioning.Narrative Update • Nov 16
LEN: Housing Demand And Mortgage Rates Will Shape The Path Forward
Analysts have modestly raised their price targets for Lennar, citing broader sector multiple expansion and potential benefits from improved mortgage rates. Despite recent earnings challenges, the average target has increased by several dollars per share.Narrative Update • Nov 01
LEN: Softer Demand And Margin Cycles Will Shape A Balanced Outlook Ahead
Lennar's analyst price target experienced mixed adjustments recently, with targets ranging from a reduction to $92 to increases as high as $161. Analysts weighed Q3 earnings misses, sector multiple expansion, and shifting market conditions to justify their updated views.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Asset Light Model And Rausch Coleman Acquisition Will Build Success
Lennar’s analyst price target has been modestly lowered by $1.57 to $127.50. Analysts cite a softer market backdrop, evolving industry valuations, and ongoing pressure on margins as key factors behind the revised outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Asset Light Model And Rausch Coleman Acquisition Will Build Success
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Lennar, increasing fair value by about $3.64 per share to $129.07. Recent research highlights improving sector multiples and potential benefits from easing mortgage rates, despite ongoing margin and delivery challenges.Narrative Update • Sep 19
Asset Light Model And Rausch Coleman Acquisition Will Build Success
Lennar’s consensus price target was modestly increased to $125.43 as analysts cited improved sentiment driven by potential rate cuts, sector-wide valuation upgrades, and increased investor focus, reflecting only a slight upward revision to its fair value. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite investor optimism on the potential for lower interest rates.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Asset Light Model And Rausch Coleman Acquisition Will Build Success
Analysts are divided on Lennar, with bulls citing sector optimism from potential rate cuts and increased investor interest, while bears point to margin pressures, weak recent results, and affordability headwinds, resulting in the consensus price target holding steady at $124.00. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are raising valuation multiples across the homebuilding sector following a re-rating as investors price in forward optimism about lower interest rates.Analysis Article • Jun 23
Lennar (NYSE:LEN) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.50
Lennar Corporation ( NYSE:LEN ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.50 per share on the 18th of July. This...Analysis Article • Jun 16
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN)?
Lennar Corporation ( NYSE:LEN ) received a lot of attention from a substantial price movement on the NYSE over the last...Analysis Article • May 26
Improved Earnings Required Before Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) Shares Find Their Feet
Lennar Corporation's ( NYSE:LEN ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.5x might make it look like a strong buy right...Seeking Alpha • Mar 26
Lennar: Rating Downgrade As Various Indicators Point To Poor Earnings Outlook In 2025
Summary Downgraded Lennar Corporation to a sell due to poor demand, deteriorating pricing power, and margin pressure, despite strong execution. The latest JPMorgan housing outlook confirms a negative US housing demand environment, with high mortgage rates and cautious consumers impacting affordability and transaction volumes. LEN's increased reliance on sales incentives and declining average selling prices indicate significant underlying demand deterioration and lack of pricing power. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 10
Lennar Q1 Earnings Preview: Caution About The Outlook Is Merited
Summary Lennar shares have declined 22% over the past year due to housing market slowdown fears, with Q1 results expected to be soft, especially in orders. Analysts forecast a significant earnings ramp for 2025, but high mortgage rates and potential tariffs pose risks to margins and demand. Florida's weak housing market, particularly in Southwest Florida, and Lennar's recent acquisition of Rausch Coleman add further uncertainty to the outlook. While Q1 guidance seems attainable, full-year targets face risks, making LEN stock a hold with a cautious outlook on H2 performance. While LEN.B has more voting power, its lack of liquidity can be a source of underperformance in a weak market environment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNew Narrative • Jan 19
The Future of Lennar and Homebuilding Faces Short Term Challenges with Potential for Long Term Growth
1y Price Target: $149.57, a 13.7% increase from 131.58, 10.5% below analysts’ 23.3% consensus because I believe earnings will grow from 2024’s $3.9B to $4B, with a slightly elevated PE ratio from todaShareholder Returns
| LEN | US Consumer Durables | US Market | |
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| 7D | -2.8% | -2.7% | 2.1% |
| 1Y | -19.9% | 8.7% | 30.6% |
Return vs Industry: LEN underperformed the US Consumer Durables industry which returned 14.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: LEN underperformed the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| LEN volatility | |
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| LEN Average Weekly Movement | 5.3% |
| Consumer Durables Industry Average Movement | 7.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: LEN has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: LEN's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 12,532 | Stuart Miller | www.lennar.com |
Lennar Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a homebuilder primarily under the Lennar brand in the United States. It operates through Homebuilding East, Homebuilding Central, Homebuilding South Central, Homebuilding West, Financial Services, Multifamily, and Lennar Other segments. The company’s homebuilding operations include the construction and sale of single-family attached and detached homes, as well as the purchase, development, and sale of residential land; and development, construction, and management of multifamily rental properties.
Lennar Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| LEN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$22.22b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$1.77b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$33.17b |
12.2x
P/E Ratio0.7x
P/S RatioIs LEN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| LEN income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$33.17b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$27.00b |
| Gross Profit | US$5.60b |
| Other Expenses | US$3.83b |
| Earnings | US$1.77b |
Last Reported Earnings
Feb 28, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 7.19 |
| Gross Margin | 16.87% |
| Net Profit Margin | 5.34% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 23.9% |
How did LEN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield29%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 07:16 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/02/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/11/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Lennar Corporation is covered by 34 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Christopher Graja | Argus Research Company |
| Stephen Kim | Barclays |
| Matthew Bouley | Barclays |