Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.
HOV
Rank in Stocks
#11677
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. is a leading company focused on the entire process... Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. is a leading company focused on the entire process of developing residential properties across the United States. This includes everything from the initial design and construction to the marketing and eventual sale of homes. Their diverse housing portfolio encompasses traditional single-family detached houses, attached townhomes and condominiums, urban infill developments, and dedicated active adult communities. These active lifestyle communities often come equipped with various amenities such as clubhouses, swimming pools, tennis courts, children's play areas (tot lots), and ample open spaces. Hovnanian caters to a wide array of homebuyers. Their clientele includes individuals purchasing their very first home, first-time and second-time move-up buyers seeking larger residences, luxury home seekers, those desiring an active lifestyle, and empty nesters. In addition to home construction, the company also assists its customers by offering mortgage loans and title insurance services. Hovnanian Enterprises was founded in 1959 and operates from its corporate headquarters located in Matawan, New Jersey.
Share Price
$105.37
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$539.73M
Change (1 day)
3.85%
Change (1 year)
-15.41%
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Operating Margin for Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (HOV)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 20.93%
According to Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 20.93%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 2.38%.
Operating Margin history for Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 20.93% | 779.41% |
| 2025 | 2.38% | -72.45% |
| 2024 | 8.64% | -14.03% |
| 2023 | 10.05% | -14.54% |
| 2022 | 11.76% | 26.86% |
| 2021 | 9.27% | 54.50% |
| 2020 | 6.00% | 36.36% |
| 2019 | 4.40% | -24.40% |
| 2018 | 5.82% | 72.70% |
| 2017 | 3.37% | -0.30% |
| 2016 | 3.38% | 9.03% |
| 2015 | 3.10% | -39.22% |
| 2014 | 5.10% | -13.71% |
| 2013 | 5.91% | 258.18% |
| 2012 | 1.65% | -109.71% |
| 2011 | -17.00% | 16.44% |
| 2010 | -14.60% | -74.96% |
| 2009 | -58.31% | 75.21% |
| 2008 | -33.28% | 162.25% |
| 2007 | -12.69% | -239.91% |
| 2006 | 9.07% | -37.88% |
| 2005 | 14.60% | 5.34% |
| 2004 | 13.86% | -6.60% |
| 2003 | 14.84% | 12.68% |
| 2002 | 13.17% | 41.46% |
| 2001 | 9.31% | 22.02% |
| 2000 | 7.63% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11.41% | -99.45% |
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| 14.05% | -99.33% |
US
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| 5.34% | -99.74% |
US
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| 14.01% | -99.33% |
US
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| 8.83% | -99.58% |
JP
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin is 20.93%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin was 2.38%, compared with 8.64% in 2024.
How has Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2022 (11.76%) and lowest in 2025 (2.38%).
How does Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc.'s operating margin (20.93%) is higher than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is PulteGroup, Inc., with 14.05%.