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Lennar Profit Misses Target Amid Housing Affordability Woes
17 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Lennar reported a profit of $1.93 per share, missing analyst estimates.
- Affordability pressures and weak consumer confidence continue to impact demand.
- The company anticipates 85,000 home deliveries in 2026.
U.S. homebuilder Lennar announced fourth-quarter profits that did not meet analyst projections, signaling ongoing challenges in the housing market. The company reported earnings of $1.93 per share, falling below the estimated $2.22 per share, as affordability issues continue to curb buyer appetite.
Despite a slight decrease in interest rates during the quarter, Lennar's co-CEO highlighted persistent affordability constraints and weak consumer confidence as major headwinds. The company also navigated the impact of a six-week government shutdown, adapting sales and construction strategies to fluctuating market conditions.
Looking ahead, Lennar projects first-quarter 2026 home deliveries between 17,000 and 18,000, with an expected home sales gross margin of 15% to 16%. For the full year 2026, the company aims to deliver a total of 85,000 homes, while managing margin pressures from sales incentives and cost adjustments.
