01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K filed February 5, 2024. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM), a Michigan corporation and one of the largest U.S. homebuilders, reported 2023 total revenues of $16.06 billiona, up from $16.00 billion in 2022, and net income of $2.60 billion, or $11.72 per diluted share, compared with $2.62 billion, or $11.01 per diluted share, in 2022.
Homebuilding delivered 28,603 closings at an average selling price of $545,000,b while net new orders rose 23% in units to 28,580 and the cancellation rate fell to 16% from 19%. Homebuilding gross margin from home sales was 29.3%, down from 30.1% in 2022. Backlog ended the year at $7.3 billion (12,146 units), down 5% in dollars from $7.7 billion.
Cash flow from operations was $2.20 billionc in 2023, versus $668.5 million in 2022. The company repurchased 13.8 million shares for $1.0 billion and paid $142.5 million in dividends. Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash totaled $1.85 billion at year-end, with $937.3 million available under the Revolving Credit Facility.
The debt-to-total capitalization ratio, excluding Financial Services debt, declined to 15.9% from 18.7%. Subsequent to year-end, the board raised the quarterly dividend 25% to $0.20d per share and increased the share repurchase authorization by $1.5 billion on January 29, 2024.
The filing highlights risks tied to interest rates and mortgage availability, labor and material cost inflation, land availability, and construction defect and warranty claims. Self-insured reserves were $563.1 million at year-end, and the auditor, Ernst & Young LLP, issued an unqualified opinion on both the financial statements and internal control over financial reporting.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Total revenues of $16.06 billion in 2023, up slightly from $16.00 billion in 2022; net income of $2.60 billion, or $11.72 per diluted share, versus $11.01 in 2022.
- Net new orders rose 23% in units to 28,580, while net new order dollars increased 12% to $15.24 billion; the cancellation rate improved to 16% from 19%.
- Home sale gross margin of 29.3% in 2023 compared with 30.1% in 2022; average selling price increased 2% to $545,000.
- Operating cash flow of $2.20 billion in 2023, compared with $668.5 million in 2022, which was driven by a $2.3 billion inventory build in 2022.
- Returned capital through $1.0 billion of share repurchases (13.8 million shares) and $142.5 million of dividends; the quarterly dividend rises 25% to $0.20 from January 2024, and a further $1.5 billion repurchase authorization was added on January 29, 2024.
- Debt-to-total capitalization (excluding Financial Services debt) fell to 15.9% from 18.7%; unrestricted cash was $1.8 billion at year-end.
- Land position of 222,630 controlled lots, of which 47% were owned; remaining purchase price under land option agreements totaled $6.4 billion.
03—One dollar
04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-KFY2023filed February 5, 2024Financial Statements
FY2023 against FY2022
| Line item | FY2023FY2022 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $16.06B$16.00B | +0.4% |
| SG&A Expenses | $1.31B$1.38B | −5.0% |
| Interest Expense | $469K$284K | +65.1% |
| Net Income | $2.60B$2.62B | −0.6% |
| EPS (Basic) | $11.79$11.07 | +6.5% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $11.72$11.01 | +6.4% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 219.96M235.01M | −6.4% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 221.16M236.17M | −6.4% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How did PulteGroup's profitability change in 2023?
Net income was $2.60 billion, or $11.72 per diluted share, compared with $2.62 billion, or $11.01 per diluted share, in 2022. Homebuilding income before income taxes was $3.32 billion, essentially flat with $3.31 billion in 2022, and home sale gross margin declined to 29.3% from 30.1%.
What drove the improvement in orders and cancellations?
Net new orders increased 23% in units as demand improved and quick move-in speculative homes became more available. The annual cancellation rate fell to 16% from 19%, and the filing notes that rates had spiked in 2022 in response to higher mortgage interest rates before normalizing.
How is PulteGroup returning capital to shareholders?
In 2023 the company repurchased 13.8 million shares for $1.0 billion and paid $142.5 million in cash dividends. On January 29, 2024, the board increased the share repurchase authorization by $1.5 billion, and the quarterly dividend was raised to $0.20 per share from $0.16.
What are the main liquidity considerations?
At December 31, 2023, the company had $1.8 billion of unrestricted cash and $937.3 million available under its Revolving Credit Facility, which matures in June 2027. Pulte Mortgage's $850.0 million seasonal repurchase agreement matures in August 2024 and must be repaid or refinanced, and $1.9 billion of unsecured senior notes are outstanding, with the next tranche due in March 2026.
What are the principal risks identified in the filing?
The filing cites interest rate increases and reduced mortgage availability, inflation in land, labor and materials costs, competition for land and skilled labor, potential land write-downs, construction defect and warranty claims, and cybersecurity incidents. Self-insured reserves for construction defect claims totaled $563.1 million at year-end.
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