D.R. Horton Inc. (DHI - Free Report) is one of the leading national homebuilders. The company offers a diversified line of homes across various price points through its multi-brand platform. While its Express brand caters to entry-level buyers looking for affordability, its high-end brand, Emerald, targets luxury buyers. Moreover, the company enjoys one of the broadest geographic diversities in the industry.

D.R. Horton expects to deliver strong performances on the back of its robust sales trends, solid community count, strong backlog position and well-stocked inventory of land, lots and homes. However, gross margin pressures remain.

Investors should note the recent earnings estimate for DHI has moved up 0.6% over the last 60 days for the current fiscal year. DHI posted positive earnings surprises in three of the past four quarters, with an average surprise of 5.83%.

Currently, DHI has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), but that could definitely change following D.R. Horton’ earnings report which was just released. 

We have highlighted some of the key stats from this just-revealed announcement below:

Earnings: DHI reported fiscal second quarter adjusted earnings of 91 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 86 cents.

Revenues: DHI reported total revenue (homebuilding, Forestar and financial services) of $3.79 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $3.75 billion.

Key Stats to Note: Net sales orders increased 13% both in value and in units in the quarter.

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