Post-earnings recap
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Wed, Feb 5, 2014
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EPS beat rate
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Meritage Homes Corp reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which is a positive sign for the company. However, the stock fell by 3.47% following the report, likely due to concerns over rising material costs and the lack of revenue data. Investors may be weighing the strong EPS against the uncertainties in the market.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $1.19 | N/A | +16.32% |
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Management expressed a cautious optimism about the current housing market. They acknowledged ongoing challenges with costs but emphasized their commitment to quality.
Management highlighted strong demand in the housing market.
They noted challenges related to rising material costs.
Focus remains on maintaining quality while scaling production.