Q3 Earnings Estimate for PulteGroup Issued By Zacks Research

PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE:PHM) – Zacks Research boosted their Q3 2026 earnings estimates for shares of PulteGroup in a research note issued to investors on Tuesday, January 27th. Zacks Research analyst Team now forecasts that the construction company will post earnings of $3.08 per share for the quarter, up from their prior forecast of $3.01. Zacks Research currently has a “Strong Sell” rating on the stock. The consensus estimate for PulteGroup’s current full-year earnings is $12.32 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for PulteGroup’s Q2 2027 earnings at $3.53 EPS, Q3 2027 earnings at $3.56 EPS and FY2027 earnings at $13.06 EPS.

A number of other research firms have also recently weighed in on PHM. Wedbush reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $150.00 price objective on shares of PulteGroup in a research report on Tuesday, October 21st. Weiss Ratings raised shares of PulteGroup from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a research note on Monday, January 12th. Wells Fargo & Company upped their target price on PulteGroup from $132.00 to $150.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, January 14th. Barclays set a $115.00 price target on PulteGroup in a research note on Monday, December 8th. Finally, BTIG Research began coverage on PulteGroup in a research report on Monday, December 1st. They issued a “neutral” rating on the stock. Nine analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, six have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $138.85.

PulteGroup Stock Performance

NYSE PHM opened at $123.41 on Thursday. The business’s 50 day moving average price is $124.32 and its 200-day moving average price is $124.54. PulteGroup has a fifty-two week low of $88.07 and a fifty-two week high of $142.11. The company has a market cap of $24.05 billion, a P/E ratio of 9.50, a P/E/G ratio of 1.02 and a beta of 1.33. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, a quick ratio of 0.81 and a current ratio of 0.81.

PulteGroup (NYSE:PHM) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, January 29th. The construction company reported $2.56 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.79 by ($0.23). The company had revenue of $4.61 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.34 billion. PulteGroup had a return on equity of 19.58% and a net margin of 14.93%.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On PulteGroup

Large investors have recently modified their holdings of the business. Twin Peaks Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new position in shares of PulteGroup in the second quarter worth $32,000. Rexford Capital Inc. acquired a new position in shares of PulteGroup in the 2nd quarter valued at about $35,000. Private Wealth Management Group LLC lifted its holdings in PulteGroup by 281.7% in the third quarter. Private Wealth Management Group LLC now owns 271 shares of the construction company’s stock valued at $36,000 after acquiring an additional 200 shares during the period. Beacon Financial Strategies CORP purchased a new stake in PulteGroup during the fourth quarter worth $40,000. Finally, Hager Investment Management Services LLC raised its position in shares of PulteGroup by 33.3% in the second quarter. Hager Investment Management Services LLC now owns 420 shares of the construction company’s stock worth $44,000 after acquiring an additional 105 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 89.90% of the company’s stock.

PulteGroup Increases Dividend

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Tuesday, January 6th. Investors of record on Tuesday, December 16th were paid a dividend of $0.26 per share. This is a positive change from PulteGroup’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.22. The ex-dividend date was Tuesday, December 16th. This represents a $1.04 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.8%. PulteGroup’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 8.01%.

Key Stories Impacting PulteGroup

Here are the key news stories impacting PulteGroup this week:

• Positive Sentiment: PulteGroup reported Q4 FY2025 net income of $502 million, or $2.56 per share. The release also flagged one?time items (an $81M pre?tax charge tied to an intended manufacturing?asset divestiture and $35M of pre?tax land impairment charges), which indicate the core business generated healthy earnings but was affected by discrete items. PulteGroup Reports Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
• Positive Sentiment: Brokerages’ consensus on PHM remains constructive in some corners — a recent compilation shows a “Moderate Buy” consensus from brokerages, which can support demand for the stock if management gives upbeat spring guidance. PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE:PHM) Receives Consensus Rating of “Moderate Buy” from Brokerages
• Neutral Sentiment: Market commentary emphasizes that PulteGroup’s guidance for the upcoming spring selling season (late Feb/Mar) will be a key driver — investors will watch orders, cancellations and any pricing/lot?release plans in the quarterly call. Housing Market’s Spring Season Is Around the Corner. Watch These Numbers in PulteGroup Earnings.
• Neutral Sentiment: Preview pieces note affordability headwinds could temper growth — useful context but not new company?specific data; watch whether management cites mortgage rates, incentives or lot supply changes. PulteGroup Gears to Report Q4 Earnings: Here’s What to Expect
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks Research downgraded PHM to a “Strong Sell” and trimmed multiple near?term EPS forecasts and FY2026 estimates — analyst cuts can increase selling pressure and widen the range of outcomes investors model for margins and orders. Zacks Research downgrade and estimate cuts
• Neutral Sentiment: A general Q4 preview published on MSN summarizes investor focus areas ahead of the report (orders, cancellations, guidance) — useful background for traders ahead of follow?up commentary from management. PulteGroup (PHM) Q4 earnings report preview: What to look for

About PulteGroup

PulteGroup, Inc (NYSE: PHM) is a U.S.-based residential homebuilder that designs, constructs and sells single-family homes and develops master-planned communities. The company operates multiple national and regional brands that target different buyer segments, including first-time buyers, move-up buyers and active-adult customers. Its operations encompass land acquisition and development, home design and construction, community amenities and ongoing customer service and warranty programs.

PulteGroup markets homes under several well-known brands, such as Pulte Homes, Centex and Del Webb, among others, offering a range of product types from entry-level detached homes to larger, higher-end residences and age-restricted active-adult communities.