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Forestar Group Inc. 10-Q Summary: Quarter Ended June 30, 2025

Business Context and Reporting Period

This report covers the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025, and the nine months ended on that date. Forestar Group Inc. is a national residential lot developer and a majority-owned subsidiary of D.R. Horton, Inc. (which held approximately 62% of outstanding stock as of June 30, 2025). The company operates in 64 markets across 23 states, focusing on acquiring land, installing infrastructure, and selling finished single-family residential lots to homebuilders.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: Operating cash flow for the nine months ended June 30, 2025, was a use of $454.0 million, primarily due to increases in real estate assets and decreases in accrued liabilities.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Revenues increased 25% year-over-year for the quarter ($390.5M vs. $318.4M) and 4% for the nine-month period ($991.9M vs. $958.0M). This was driven by an 11% increase in lots sold and a 13% increase in average sales price per lot for the quarter.
• Profitability Decline: Despite revenue growth, Net Income decreased 15% for the quarter ($32.9M vs. $38.7M) and 34% for the nine-month period ($81.0M vs. $121.8M). Pre-tax income dropped significantly for the nine-month period ($106.2M vs. $161.6M) due to higher costs and the absence of a $5.0 million gain on sale of assets recorded in the prior year.
• Debt Restructuring: In March 2025, the company issued $500 million in 6.5% senior notes due 2033. Proceeds were used to tender $329.4 million of its 3.85% senior notes due 2026, resulting in a $1.1 million loss on extinguishment of debt.
• Cost Pressures: Cost of sales increased 26% for the quarter and 6% for the nine-month period. SG&A expenses rose 28% for the quarter and 29% for the nine-month period, increasing as a percentage of revenue.

Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary

Market Conditions: Management notes that new home demand is impacted by affordability constraints and cautious consumer sentiment, leading homebuilders to offer elevated sales incentives. While supply chain disruptions have subsided, municipality delays are extending development cycles, and development costs remain elevated.

Strategy: The company remains focused on developing lots for affordable price points and managing lot sales pace to optimize returns. It maintains a disciplined approach to land investment.

Risks and Contingencies:

• Legal Proceedings: A derivative complaint was filed in April 2025 by a stockholder against D.R. Horton and Forestar directors alleging breach of fiduciary duty regarding lot sale transactions. The company disputes the allegations but cannot predict the outcome or potential loss.
• Environmental: The Maryland Department of Environment filed suit regarding stormwater compliance issues at a project. The company does not believe this will have a material effect on financial position.
• Related Party Dependence: D.R. Horton is a controlling shareholder and a major customer. In the nine months ended June 30, 2025, 82% of residential lot sales revenue came from D.R. Horton.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Verify the impact of the new 6.5% senior notes on future interest expense and cash flow, given the higher coupon rate compared to the retired 3.85% notes.
• Monitor the outcome of the derivative lawsuit filed in April 2025 regarding fiduciary duties in transactions with D.R. Horton.
• Assess the sustainability of the 13% increase in average sales price per lot amidst reported affordability constraints and elevated development costs.
• Review the company's ability to maintain its "low net leverage" target (currently 28.9%) as it continues to invest heavily in real estate assets ($532.6M acquisition + $864.3M development in the first nine months).
• Confirm the status of the $70.6 million principal amount of senior notes maturing in May 2026 and the company's refinancing or repayment plans.