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BLDR·Builders FirstSource, Inc.

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-. (-.%)
High
$77.63
Open
$76.46
Market Cap
8.27B
52W High
$151.03
Low
$75.89
P. Close
$76.72
P/E
28.36
52W Low
$65.10
Fwd P/E
12.96
Mean Target
$97.38
Technical Score (1D)
23
SELL
News Sentiment
54
MIXED
Builders FirstSource (BLDR) is currently under heightened investor scrutiny, prompting a need for traders to closely examine the fundamental factors influencing its future performance. This increased focus suggests that an analysis of BLDR's current investment appeal is warranted. Understanding the underlying business fundamentals is key to assessing its prospects. Traders are encouraged to consider the factors driving investor attention to BLDR as they assess potential positions.
Earnings Summary
Builders FirstSource, Inc. is a prominent supplier of building materials and construction services, catering primarily to professional homebuilders and contractors in the United States. Operating within the Industrials sector, specifically the Building Products & Equipment industry, the company provides a comprehensive range of products including engineered wood components, windows, doors, and lumber, alongside essential services like design assistance and installation. Their business model is designed to support various construction projects, from residential to multi-family, leveraging their extensive product portfolio and integrated service offerings. Analyzing the company's recent earnings, Builders FirstSource demonstrated mixed performance in its latest reported quarters. In Q1 2026, the company reported an actual EPS of $0.27 against an estimate of $0.373, and revenue of $3.29 billion against an estimate of $3.17 billion. This followed a Q4 2025 where actual EPS was $1.12, surpassing the estimate of $0.89355, with revenue of $3.36 billion slightly missing the estimate of $3.37 billion. Prior to this, Q3 2025 saw actual EPS of $1.88 against an estimate of $1.72377, and Q2 2025 reported actual EPS of $2.38 against an estimate of $2.34323. This indicates a pattern of EPS beats in recent quarters, though revenue performance has been more varied. Historically, Builders FirstSource has shown a trajectory of growth, though specific quarterly beats and misses against analyst expectations have varied. The company has demonstrated an ability to exceed earnings estimates in several recent periods, such as Q3 2025 and Q4 2025, suggesting operational resilience. However, the most recent quarter, Q1 2026, presented a miss on EPS, which warrants attention for future performance trends. Investors should note the pattern of revenue estimates often being absent in earlier reported quarters, making direct comparison challenging. Recent news highlights significant executive transitions within Builders FirstSource, with the appointment of Mike Hiller as Chief Operating Officer designate and Coley O’Brien as Chief Human Resources Officer. These changes signal a focus on operational continuity and human capital management. Additionally, Argus Research initiated a SELL rating on BLDR, indicating a negative outlook from this analyst firm, which could influence investor sentiment. The company is also experiencing increased investor attention, suggesting a dynamic market perception. Looking ahead, investors will be keen to observe how the new leadership navigates the company's operations and strategic priorities. Key watch points for the next quarter will include the company's ability to regain EPS momentum following the Q1 2026 miss and how it responds to the negative rating from Argus Research. Monitoring revenue performance against estimates will also be crucial, especially given the varying results in recent periods.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$-0.05$0.64$1.32$2.01$2.70Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.27 - -
Q1'26$0.37$0.27-27.6%
Q4'25$0.89$1.12+25.3%
Q3'25$1.72$1.88+9.1%
Q2'25$2.34$2.38+1.6%
Q1'25$1.42$1.51+6.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$3.0B$3.4B$3.7B$4.0B$4.4BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$4.0B - -
Q1'26$3.2B$3.3B+3.6%
Q4'25$3.4B$3.4B-0.3%
Q3'25 - $3.9B -
Q2'25 - $4.2B -
Q1'25 - $3.7B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

BLDR Stock Snapshot

BLDR is currently trading at $76.54, giving Builders FirstSource, Inc. a market cap of 8.27B and a P/E ratio of 28.4. Today's range spans $75.89–$77.63, with shares opening at $76.46 and moving down $0.18 (0.2%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 23/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 54/100.

Over the past year BLDR has traded between $65.10 and $151.03 - the current price is +17.6% off the 52-week low and -49.3% from the high. 32 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $97.38 (range $76.00–$133.00), implying upside of +27.2%.

BLDR is at $76.54 (near 52-week lows within $65.10–$151.03), carrying a SELL technical signal (23/100) and neutral sentiment (54/100). (P/E: 28.4) At 8.27B in Industrials market cap, a non-bullish setup doesn't necessarily mean fundamental deterioration - sometimes it means the stock is in a dead money phase where patience is the only viable strategy. Tracking volume alongside price action is especially important at this tier.

Small-cap Industrials names with SELL technicals (23/100) and neutral sentiment (54/100) like BLDR tend to experience sentiment-driven re-ratings more sharply in both directions. At $76.54 (near 52-week lows in $65.10–$151.03), the current setup suggests a stock that needs a material positive catalyst — not incremental improvement — to reverse the technical and sentiment readings that now define the 8.27B market cap trajectory.