Meritage Homes Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Analysts see mixed outlook for homebuilder's stock performance

Mar. 15, 2026 at 7:09am

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Meritage Homes Corporation (NYSE:MTH), a national homebuilder headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, has received an average 'Moderate Buy' rating from 13 brokerages currently covering the company, according to Marketbeat Ratings. The analysts' average 1-year price target for the stock is $84.33.

Why it matters

Meritage Homes' stock performance and analyst ratings are closely watched as the company is a bellwether for the broader homebuilding industry. The 'Moderate Buy' rating suggests analysts see a mixed outlook, with some potential upside but also risks that could weigh on the stock.

The details

The analyst ratings for Meritage Homes include one 'Sell' recommendation, six 'Hold' recommendations, four 'Buy' recommendations, and two 'Strong Buy' recommendations. Factors cited by analysts include the company's focus on energy-efficient and sustainable home design, as well as market conditions in the residential construction sector.

  • Meritage Homes reported earnings on January 28, 2026.

The players

Meritage Homes Corporation

A national homebuilder and residential developer headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in energy-efficient and sustainable home design and construction.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

Meritage Homes' 'Moderate Buy' rating reflects the mixed outlook for the homebuilding industry, with potential upside balanced by risks such as market conditions and competition. The company's focus on sustainable design could be a differentiator, but analysts will be closely watching its performance in the coming quarters.