PulteGroup Enjoys Q4 Growth With $1.5B Share Buyback Program, Despite Revenue Drop
Portfolio Pulse from Akanksha Bakshi
PulteGroup Inc (NYSE:PHM) reported a decline in Q4 fiscal 2023 total revenue by 15.5% to $4.29 billion, missing consensus estimates. EPS decreased to $3.28 but beat the consensus of $3.22. Home sale revenues dropped 16% Y/Y, but net new orders increased 57% Y/Y. The company announced a $1.5 billion increase to its share repurchase program, totaling $1.8 billion. CEO Ryan Marshall expressed optimism for 2024 due to lower interest rates. PHM shares rose 2.29% to $108.49.
January 30, 2024 | 5:21 pm
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PulteGroup's Q4 revenue declined but EPS exceeded expectations. The company increased its share buyback program by $1.5 billion, signaling confidence in future growth. Shares are trading higher, reflecting positive market sentiment.
The increase in the share buyback program is a strong positive signal to investors, often leading to a rise in stock price as it reflects the company's belief in its own undervaluation. The higher EPS than expected and the CEO's optimistic outlook for 2024 due to lower interest rates may also contribute to a positive short-term impact on the stock price.
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