Shares of NVR, Inc. (NYSE:NVR – Get Free Report) have received an average rating of “Hold” from the seven brokerages that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat reports. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, two have given a hold recommendation and three have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price target among analysts that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $7,224.20.
A number of equities research analysts have recently commented on the company. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “sell (d+)” rating on shares of NVR in a research note on Tuesday, August 4th. UBS Group reduced their price target on shares of NVR from $7,700.00 to $7,400.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, July 24th. Zelman & Associates upgraded shares of NVR from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 7th. Bank of America lowered their price objective on shares of NVR from $7,600.00 to $7,200.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 20th. Finally, Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of NVR from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, May 9th.
NVR Stock Performance
NVR (NYSE:NVR – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, July 23rd. The construction company reported $83.96 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.90 by $83.06. NVR had a return on equity of 31.02% and a net margin of 12.26%.The business had revenue of $2.34 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.40 billion. During the same period last year, the company posted $108.54 earnings per share. NVR’s quarterly revenue was down 10.5% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, sell-side analysts forecast that NVR will post 371.98 earnings per share for the current year.
Trending Headlines about NVR
Here are the key news stories impacting NVR this week:
- Positive Sentiment: NVR director George Oliver purchased 63 shares valued at approximately $405,000, establishing a direct equity position. The insider purchase may be viewed as a signal of confidence in the homebuilder’s long-term prospects, although its size is modest relative to NVR’s market capitalization. NVR Director George Oliver Buys $405K in Stock
- Neutral Sentiment: Brokerages collectively assign NVR an average “Hold” recommendation, suggesting analysts see limited near-term upside despite the company’s strong balance sheet and profitability. NVR Given Average Recommendation of Hold
- Negative Sentiment: Zacks Research lowered its EPS forecasts for NVR’s third quarter and fourth quarter of 2026, citing estimates of $107.17 and $112.20, respectively, versus prior forecasts of $107.42 and $115.02.
- Negative Sentiment: Longer-term revisions were also mostly unfavorable: Q1 2028 EPS was cut to $89.06 from $91.22, Q4 2027 EPS to $121.22 from $123.01, and fiscal 2028 EPS to $452.16 from $461.91. Although Q3 2027 EPS was raised to $117.58 from $115.67, the overall pattern points to reduced earnings expectations.
- Negative Sentiment: Zacks retained its “Strong Sell” rating. The revisions add pressure to NVR’s valuation outlook, particularly after its latest reported quarter showed revenue down 10.5% year over year.
Insider Activity
In related news, Director George Oliver purchased 63 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 7th. The shares were bought at an average price of $6,431.51 per share, with a total value of $405,185.13. Following the acquisition, the director owned 63 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $405,185.13. This trade represents a ∞ increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. 8.60% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On NVR
Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Clearstead Trust LLC bought a new position in shares of NVR during the 2nd quarter worth $27,000. DV Equities LLC purchased a new stake in NVR during the fourth quarter valued at about $29,000. Strive Financial Group LLC purchased a new stake in NVR during the fourth quarter valued at about $29,000. Trust Co. of Vermont bought a new position in NVR during the second quarter worth about $34,000. Finally, Oakworth Capital Inc. bought a new position in NVR during the fourth quarter worth about $36,000. 83.67% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
About NVR
NVR, Inc is a U.S.-based homebuilding and mortgage banking company that designs, constructs and sells single-family detached homes, townhomes and condominiums. The company operates primarily through its homebuilding business and a mortgage banking subsidiary, providing financing and related closing services to its homebuyers. NVR’s homebuilding activities include land development, community planning, model home sales and construction management aimed at a range of buyer demographics.
Its homes are marketed under recognizable regional brands, including Ryan Homes and NVHomes, along with other market-specific trade names, and are offered across multiple geographic markets in the United States.
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