NYSE:LEN

Lennar Corp. (LEN)

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-0.80 (0.85%)
as of Jun 26, 2026, 7:39:22 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts have expressed mixed sentiments regarding Lennar Corp. (LEN-N), highlighting the overall challenges faced by the homebuilding sector due to high interest rates impacting affordability and profitability. While some analysts are cautiously optimistic about potential future rate cuts, which could support housing demand, they also note a current downturn in construction activity. The company’s recent reorganization has raised concerns for some investors, particularly related to tax implications. Despite these challenges, there is recognition of a cyclical recovery that could align if interest rates decrease, fostering better conditions for homebuilders. Additionally, some analysts suggest that firms like Toll Brothers and Pulte could offer better investment opportunities in the current market environment.

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Fair Value
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BUY

Cash flow yield of 11% and strong technicals.

BUY

Is up today, likely from guidance from Toll Brothers. Are lots of tailwinds for homebuilders: falling interest rates and Kamala Harris' pledge in this scetor.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 13/24, Down 3.5%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LEN has triggered its stop at $149.  To remain disciplined we recommend covering the position at this time.  This will result in a net investment gain of 2%, when combined with our previous buy recommendations.  

WATCH

They report Monday. Housing the linchpin of the economy and prices keep climbing. We need to hear if they will build more homes or keep the supply so tight that housing prices won't come down. The buildings are limiting supply to keep gross margins up and prices up, but it's terrible to fight inflation. Housing stocks have hung up because we have a housing shortage, but how long can this last when we see pushback on the prices of other items like dining out, apparel and airline tickets, all of which have risen dramatically in the last 5 years.

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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

We reiterate LEN as a TOP PICK.  Earnings will be reported next week, so we will recommend keeping a tight stop at $149, looking to achieve $180 --upside potential of 16%.  This will be a good indicator of the US home building market.  It trades at 11x earnings and under 2x book value, while supporting a 15% ROE.  Yield 1.0%

(Analysts’ price target is $180.35)
HOLD

Shares have done phenomenally. He likes the space, has more indirect exposure through building supply stores rather than homebuilders. Shortage of homes in US. Trading at 10x next year's earnings, not expensive.

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TOP PICK
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

We reiterate this Florida-based home construction company as a TOP PICK.  Analysts continue to see a long runway of projects being run efficiently.  Cash reserves are growing, while shares are aggressively bought back and debt is retired.  It trades at 11x earnings and under 2x book, while supporting a 15% ROE.  We continue to recommend a stop at $149, looking to achieve $180 -- upside potential of 15%.  Yield 1.1%  

(Analysts’ price target is $180.35)
BUY
It reports next week. Just hit a 52-week high.

Expects continued balance sheet strengthening more. Free cash is strong as is new home orders, 25-30% up. Palantir said that Lennar is using their AI.

BUY

Remarkable story and she expects a good quarter and upside surprise. Trades at 11x earnings while the group is 9-11x. She prefers Home Depot, the laggard, but likes housing overall due to the housing shortage in the U.S., especially when rates come down.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sep 19/23, Up 36.9%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O’Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LEN is progressing well.  To be disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop to $149 at this time.

BUY
a dividend aristocrat

Last January, they raised their dividend by 33% and raise their buyback plan. This despite rising interest rates last year. He expects a good report next week.

TOP PICK

In a low interest rate environment, mortgages are more accessible and homebuilders are busier. Undersupply of homes for a couple of decades, in both Canada and US. Homebuilders have all become more efficient in buying land and building on it. Trades at 9.5x earnings, with earnings growing in the low teens. Yield is 1.3%.

(Analysts’ price target is $161.23)
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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sep 19/23, Up 28.8%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LEN is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $121) to $137 at this time.  

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sep 19/23, Up 27.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LEN is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $112) to $121 at this time.  

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sep 19/23, Up 20.2%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with LEN has achieved its target at $141.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and maintaining the stop at $112. 

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