Earnings Increase and Record Year Expected
PulteGroup reported a 16% year-over-year increase in third quarter earnings to $3.35 per share. For the first three quarters of 2024, the company realized a 22% increase in reported earnings to $10.28 per share. They are on track to have 2024 be a record year.
Strong Financial Performance and Shareholder Returns
PulteGroup returned $1 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends, a 25% increase from last year. The company lowered its debt to capital ratio to 12%.
Operational Efficiency and Cycle Time Reduction
The average cycle time for homes delivered in the third quarter was reduced to 114 days, down from 123 days in the second quarter, with a goal to reach 100 days in early 2025.
Strong Financial Services Performance
The financial services operations experienced a 90% increase in pretax income over the previous year, benefiting from increased volume and improved capture rates.