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real-estate3 months ago

Lennar's Q3 Results Signal Continued Challenges in the Housing Market

Lennar, a major homebuilder, reported significant declines in profits and gross margins due to falling home prices and increased incentives, with its average selling price dropping below 2019 levels. Despite lower prices, home sales volume remained stable or increased slightly, highlighting a shift in the market dynamics. The report underscores the challenges faced by sellers of existing homes amid high prices and the impact of the end of pandemic-era monetary support on the housing market.

finance1 year ago

"Warren Buffett's Top Stock Picks and Record Cash Pile: What's Next for Berkshire Hathaway?"

Warren Buffett continues to hold stocks in Amazon, Lennar, and Occidental Petroleum, which he believes are particularly attractive investments. Amazon's focus on profitability and free cash flow, along with its leading position in cloud services, make it an appealing choice. Lennar's low valuation and position as a major U.S. homebuilder present a strong opportunity, especially if interest rates fall. Occidental Petroleum's vast oil and gas holdings and carbon capture initiatives align with Buffett's investment strategy, making it a stock he may continue to buy aggressively.

real-estate2 years ago

Fortune 500 Homebuilder Offers Fixed 4.25% Mortgage Rate Amid Strained Housing Affordability

Homebuilder Lennar, ranked No. 119 on the Fortune 500, is offering a fixed mortgage rate of 4.25% in Colorado for buyers who sign a purchase agreement on a select move-in ready home between September 18 and September 25, 2023, and close by October 31, 2023. This aggressive mortgage rate buydown comes as the housing market enters a softer fall window and mortgage rates rise. Lennar's ability to offer such incentives is due to its profit margins still being above pre-pandemic levels. However, this offer is specific to Colorado, where the housing market has seen greater softening.

business2 years ago

Market Movers: Credit Suisse, Lennar, and More Make Big Moves in Pre and After Hours Trading

Credit Suisse shares fell 21.5% after Saudi National Bank said it won't provide further financial help. Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, and Wells Fargo also saw declines. Lennar's shares rose over 1% after beating estimates on the top and bottom lines for its fiscal first quarter. Several regional banks, including PacWest and Comerica, saw losses after rallying on Tuesday. Royal Caribbean's shares were down 2.8% after refunding guests for a non-existent 'Premier Pass' and announcing an expansion of its sales team.

finance2 years ago

Credit Suisse Triggers European Bank Sell-Off, Stocks Open Lower.

Dow Jones futures, along with S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq futures, sold off early Wednesday, with Credit Suisse tumbling as its top shareholder ruled out investing more in the ailing Swiss bank. Credit Suisse stock dived 25% in premarket trading as Saudi National Bank, its top shareholder, ruled out any further investments. The stock market rallied strongly Tuesday, but with some big up and down moves. Lennar late Tuesday easily beat fiscal first-quarter estimates while the homebuilder guided up on Q2 orders.