Rating Change
Melius Research analysts initiated coverage on KB Home (NYSE:KBH) with a rating of Sell on October 06, 2026.
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Melius Research Initiates Coverage on KB Home (KBH) with Sell
Melius Research analysts initiated coverage on KB Home (NYSE:KBH) with a rating of Sell on October 06, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
KB Home (NYSE:KBH) · new coverage
- Firm
- Melius Research
- Rating
- Sell
- Price at event
- $45.40
- Market capitalization
- $4.6B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Melius Research initiated Sell coverage on KB Home on October 6, 2026, citing negative outlook for the homebuilder.
- KB Home stock has declined 21.8% over the past 52 weeks and currently trades at $45.40 with a $4.6B market capitalization.
Market Context
KB Home operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector. The stock currently trades at $45.40 with a market capitalization of $4.6B. The stock has declined 21.8% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst coverage from Melius Research provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for KB Home.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for KB Home
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 2 Buy, 6 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 06, 2026 | Melius Research | Sell | N/A |
| Oct 05, 2026 | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Market Perform | N/A |
| Oct 01, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Underweight | N/A |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Truist Securities | Hold | N/A |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Citizens | Market Outperform | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View KBH Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Sell rating mean for KBH?
A rating of Sell from Melius Research reflects the analyst's outlook on KB Home (NYSE:KBH). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the KBH forecast page.