D.R. Horton (FRA:HO2) ROA %: 7.43% (As of Mar. 2026) — 40% Below Median


FRA:HO2 D.R. Horton Inc FRA:HO2
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What is D.R. Horton ROA %?

D.R. Horton FRA:HO2 +0.66% 92 ROA % is 7.43% as of Mar. 2026, which is 40% below its 10-year median of 12.43. GuruFocus rates FRA:HO2 with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of €134.31 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 96 Homebuilding & Construction companies, D.R. Horton ranks better than 86.46% on this metric.

ROA % is calculated as Net Income divided by its average Total Assets over a certain period of time. D.R. Horton's annualized Net Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €2,242 Mil. D.R. Horton's average Total Assets over the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €30,174 Mil. Therefore, D.R. Horton's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 7.43%.

The historical rank and industry rank for D.R. Horton's ROA % or its related term are showing as below:

FRA:HO2' s ROA % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.81   Med: 12.43   Max: 21.55
Current: 8.92

During the past 13 years, D.R. Horton's highest ROA % was 21.55%. The lowest was 7.81%. And the median was 12.43%.

FRA:HO2's ROA % is ranked better than
86.46% of 96 companies
in the Homebuilding & Construction industry
Industry Median: 3.1 vs FRA:HO2: 8.92

D.R. Horton  (FRA:HO2) ROA % Explanation

ROA % measures the rate of return on the total assets (shareholder equity plus liabilities). It measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from shareholders' equity plus its liabilities. ROA % shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. ROA %s can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, ROA % should not be used to compare companies in different industries. For retailers, a ROA % of higher than 5% is expected. For example, Wal-Mart (WMT) has a ROA % of about 8% as of 2012. For banks, ROA % is close to their interest spread. A bank’s ROA % is typically well under 2%.

Similar to ROE, ROA % is affected by profit margins and asset turnover. This can be seen from the Du Pont Formula:

ROA %(Q: Mar. 2026 )
=Net Income/Total Assets
=2241.732/30173.793
=(Net Income / Revenue)*(Revenue / Total Assets)
=(2241.732 / 26151.024)*(26151.024 / 30173.793)
=Net Margin %*Asset Turnover
=8.57 %*0.8667
=7.43 %

Note: The Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data. The Revenue data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) revenue data.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.


Be Aware

Like ROE, ROA % is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the company's earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. ROA % can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by goodwill, a company's tax rate and its interest payment. ROA % may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).

Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high ROA % may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.

E.g. Raising $43b to take on KO is impossible, but $1.7b to take on Moody's is. Although Moody's ROA % and underlying economics is far superior to Coca Cola, the durability is far weaker because of lower entry cost.


D.R. Horton ROA % Related Terms


D.R. Horton ROA % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for D.R. Horton's ROA % can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

D.R. Horton ROA % Chart

D.R. Horton Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
ROA %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 19.46 23.17 14.54 13.59 9.74

D.R. Horton Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
ROA % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9.02 11.01 9.99 6.80 7.43

FRA:HO2 vs PHM, LEN, NVR: ROA % Comparison

For the Residential Construction subindustry, D.R. Horton's ROA %, along with its competitors' market caps and ROA % data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


D.R. Horton ROA % vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry

For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, D.R. Horton's ROA % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where D.R. Horton's ROA % falls into.


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D.R. Horton ROA % Calculation

D.R. Horton's annualized ROA % for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as:

ROA %=Net Income (A: Sep. 2025 )/( (Total Assets (A: Sep. 2024 )+Total Assets (A: Sep. 2025 ))/ count )
=3054.59/( (32529.974+30221.462)/ 2 )
=3054.59/31375.718
=9.74 %

D.R. Horton's annualized ROA % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

ROA %=Net Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/( (Total Assets (Q: Dec. 2025 )+Total Assets (Q: Mar. 2026 ))/ count )
=2241.732/( (29582.218+30765.368)/ 2 )
=2241.732/30173.793
=7.43 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

In the calculation of annual ROA %, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data, the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data. ROA % is displayed in the 30-year financial page.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about ROA % →
What does a ROA % of 7.43% mean?
D.R. Horton (FRA:HO2) has a ROA % of 7.43% as of Mar. 2026. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on D.R. Horton and its competitors. This is 40% below median its historical median of 12.43. Over the past decade, D.R. Horton's ROA % has ranged from 7.81 to 21.55. According to the industry distribution chart, D.R. Horton ranks #13 out of 96 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, placing it in the top 13.5%.
Is D.R. Horton's ROA % too high?
D.R. Horton's current ROA % of 7.43% is 40% below median its 10-year median of 12.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.81 to a high of 21.55. The Homebuilding & Construction industry median ROA % is 3.10. D.R. Horton's value of 7.43% is 139.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, D.R. Horton ranks #13 out of 96 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, D.R. Horton has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does D.R. Horton's ROA % compare to PHM and LEN?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, D.R. Horton ranks #13 out of 96 companies for ROA %. This places D.R. Horton in the top 14% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median ROA % is 3.10. D.R. Horton's value of 7.43% is 139.7% above this benchmark. Historically, D.R. Horton's own ROA % has ranged from 7.81 to 21.55 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 12.43 vs. the industry median of 3.10, D.R. Horton has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good ROA % for a Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median ROA % among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 3.10, based on 96 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROA % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROA % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. D.R. Horton's current ROA % of 7.43% is 139.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high ROA % mean?
A high ROA % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on D.R. Horton and its competitors. For the Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median ROA % is 3.10 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. D.R. Horton's current ROA % is 7.43%, which is 40% below median its own 10-year median of 12.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is D.R. Horton stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, D.R. Horton (FRA:HO2) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €134.31, compared to a current price of €137.50 — trading 2.4% above its estimated fair value. The current ROA % is 7.43%, which is 40% below median its 10-year median of 12.43 and 139.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction industry median of 3.10. D.R. Horton's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROA % calculated?
ROA % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For D.R. Horton (FRA:HO2), the current ROA % is 7.43% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is D.R. Horton (FRA:HO2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, D.R. Horton stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €137.50 is trading 2.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of €134.31. GuruFocus considers D.R. Horton to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:HO2:

  • ROA %: 7.43% (40% below median its 10-year median of 12.43)
  • GF Value™: €134.31 vs. price of €137.50 (2.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 139.7% above the Homebuilding & Construction median (#13 of 96)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:HO2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


D.R. Horton Business Description

Address 1341 Horton Circle, Arlington, TX, USA, 76011
D.R. Horton is the largest homebuilder in the United States with operations in 126 markets across 36 states. D.R. Horton mainly builds single-family homes (over 90% of home sales revenue) and offers products to entry-level, move-up, luxury buyers, and active adults. The company offers homebuyers mortgage financing and title agency services through its financial services segment. The firm has majority ownership of Forestar Group, a publicly traded residential lot development company. D.R. Horton's headquarters are in Arlington, Texas.
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