KB Home shifts strategy to built-to-order model.

KB Home shifts strategy to built-to-order model. The homebuilder announced plans to increase built-to-order deliveries to 70 percent by the second half of 2026, a significant strategic pivot aimed at improving profit margins during a period of market uncertainty. The company lowered its full-year 2026 guidance, citing softer demand conditions and economic headwinds affecting the housing sector. Despite these challenges, management expressed confidence that the built-to-order approach will enhance operational efficiency and margin expansion in the latter half of the year. The company continues share buyback programs while navigating shifting consumer preferences and rising interest rate concerns that continue to pressure housing demand across the industry.