Shares of Forestar (FOR), a residential lot supplier and subsidiary of D.R. Horton, surged 5.04% in intraday trading on Wednesday. The stock's upward movement comes on the heels of D.R. Horton's impressive third-quarter fiscal year 2025 earnings report, which showcased robust financial performance across various metrics.
D.R. Horton, the parent company of Forestar, reported stellar results for Q3 FY 2025. The homebuilding giant achieved earnings per diluted share of $3.36 and a net income of $1.0 billion. The company's consolidated revenues totaled $9.2 billion, with home sales revenues reaching $8.6 billion on 23,160 homes closed during the quarter. Additionally, D.R. Horton reported strong net sales orders of 23,071 homes valued at $8.4 billion.
The positive sentiment surrounding D.R. Horton's performance appears to have spilled over to Forestar, as investors anticipate potential benefits for the lot development subsidiary. With D.R. Horton's continued success in the homebuilding sector, Forestar's role as a residential lot supplier is likely to remain crucial, supporting its stock price appreciation. The market's reaction suggests confidence in the overall health of the housing market and the synergies between D.R. Horton and its subsidiaries.
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