Is BLD a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, TopBuild Corp (BLD) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 47.9/100. It is ranked #2,272 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 64/100, Momentum 49/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for BLD?

TopBuild Corp (BLD) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 47.9 ranks it #2,272 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is BLD in?

TopBuild Corp operates in the Industrials sector (Construction industry) with a market cap of $10.39 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does BLD pay a dividend?

BLD does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is BLD's P/E ratio?

BLD has a trailing P/E ratio of 16.85x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is BLD?

BLD's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 29.9%. ROE: 25.3% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is BLD valued compared to peers?

BLD's value factor score is 64/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 16.9x, EV/EBITDA 13.1x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is BLD's debt level?

BLD's debt-to-equity ratio is 123%. Sector average: 70%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

BLD has a beta of 1.01, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 58/100.

Does BLD have high short interest?

BLD's short interest factor score is 19/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

BLD Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 47.9/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
BLD	+2.57%	+10.50%	+2.49%	-5.47%	+38.43%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+2.64%	+6.89%	+2.16%	-5.11%	+8.90%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+2.96%	+5.76%	+1.61%	-16.04%	-0.46%	-	-	-

Metric	BLD	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	16.9x	-41%
EV/EBITDA	13.1x	+130%
Price / Book	4.3x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc.	64	43	96	73	-	93.3%	63.1%	53.8%	-	30.0x	$3.8B	VS
TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
BLD TopBuild Corp	48	50	64	49	16.9x	25.3%	29.9%	11.1%	2.0%	123.0x	$10.4B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-10.2%	-	-	-	-	-	11.7%	8.6%	4.8%	4.6%	3.2%
ROE %	0.3%	0.2%	0.3%	0.2%	0.3%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%
ROIC %	0.1%	12.1%	19.5%	17.4%	18.6%	12.0%	16.3%	13.5%	9.6%	9.1%	9.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

-10.2%

11.7%

8.6%

4.8%

4.6%

3.2%

ROE %

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

0.2%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

ROIC %

0.1%

12.1%

19.5%

17.4%

18.6%

12.0%

16.3%

13.5%

9.6%

9.1%

9.4%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$5.3B	$5.4B	$5.3B	$5.2B	$5.0B	$3.5B	$2.7B	$2.6B	$2.4B	$1.9B	$1.7B	$1.6B
	—	$3.8B	$3.7B	$3.6B	$3.5B	$2.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.5B	$974M	$746M	$681M	$576M	$461M	$400M	$358M
Gross Margin	29.9%	29.0%	30.5%	30.9%	29.7%	28.0%	27.5%	26.0%	24.2%	24.2%	23.0%	22.1%
	—	$777M	$739M	$725M	$690M	$498M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$169M	$140M	$133M	$123M	$79M	$64M	$54M	$41M	$17M	$12M	$12M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$777M	$739M	$725M	$690M	$498M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$856M	$792M	$886M	$879M	$797M	$476M	$355M	$290M	$209M	$137M	$122M	$84M
EBIT	$856M	$792M	$886M	$879M	$797M	$476M	$355M	$290M	$209M	$137M	$122M	$84M
EBITDA	$970M	$961M	$1.0B	$1.0B	$920M	$556M	$420M	$346M	$250M	$154M	$134M	$96M
Operating Margin	16.1%	14.6%	16.6%	16.9%	15.9%	13.7%	13.1%	11.0%	8.8%	7.2%	7.0%	5.2%
EBITDA Margin	18.3%	17.8%	19.3%	19.5%	18.4%	15.9%	15.4%	13.2%	10.5%	8.1%	7.7%	5.9%
	—	—	—	$75M	$57M	$29M	$33M	$38M	$29M	$9M	$6M	$9M
	—	$704M	$841M	$825M	$742M	$433M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$182M	$218M	$211M	$186M	$109M	$76M	$63M	$46M	-$30M	$44M	-$5M
	$586M	$522M	$623M	$614M	$556M	$324M	$247M	$382M	$270M	$158M	$73M	$79M
Net Margin	11.1%	9.7%	11.7%	11.8%	11.1%	9.3%	9.1%	7.3%	11.3%	8.3%	4.2%	4.9%
	$18.41	$18.41	$20.41	$19.44	$17.26	$9.88	$7.50	$5.65	$3.86	$4.41	$1.93	$2.10
Diluted EPS	$18.41	$18.28	$20.29	$19.33	$17.14	$9.78	$7.50	$5.65	$3.86	$4.41	$1.93	$2.10
Weighted Avg Basic	—	28M	31M	32M	32M	33M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	29M	31M	32M	32M	33M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$5.3B

$5.4B

$5.3B

$5.2B

$5.0B

$3.5B

$2.7B

$2.6B

$2.4B

$1.9B

$1.7B

$1.6B

—

$3.8B

$3.7B

$3.6B

$3.5B

$2.5B

—

$1.6B

$1.5B

$974M

$746M

$681M

$576M

$461M

$400M

$358M

Gross Margin

29.9%

29.0%

30.5%

30.9%

29.7%

28.0%

27.5%

26.0%

24.2%

23.0%

22.1%

—

$777M

$739M

$725M

$690M

$498M

—

Depreciation

—

$169M

$140M

$133M

$123M

$79M

$64M

$54M

$41M

$17M

$12M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$777M

$739M

$725M

$690M

$498M

—

$856M

$792M

$886M

$879M

$797M

$476M

$355M

$290M

$209M

$137M

$122M

$84M

EBIT

$856M

$792M

$886M

$879M

$797M

$476M

$355M

$290M

$209M

$137M

$122M

$84M

EBITDA

$970M

$961M

$1.0B

$920M

$556M

$420M

$346M

$250M

$154M

$134M

$96M

Operating Margin

16.1%

14.6%

16.6%

16.9%

15.9%

13.7%

13.1%

11.0%

8.8%

7.2%

7.0%

5.2%

EBITDA Margin

18.3%

17.8%

19.3%

19.5%

18.4%

15.9%

15.4%

13.2%

10.5%

8.1%

7.7%

5.9%

—

$75M

$57M

$29M

$33M

$38M

$29M

$9M

$6M

$9M

—

$704M

$841M

$825M

$742M

$433M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$182M

$218M

$211M

$186M

$109M

$76M

$63M

$46M

-$30M

$44M

-$5M

$586M

$522M

$623M

$614M

$556M

$324M

$247M

$382M

$270M

$158M

$73M

$79M

Net Margin

11.1%

9.7%

11.7%

11.8%

11.1%

9.3%

9.1%

7.3%

11.3%

8.3%

4.2%

4.9%

$18.41

$20.41

$19.44

$17.26

$9.88

$7.50

$5.65

$3.86

$4.41

$1.93

$2.10

Diluted EPS

$18.41

$18.28

$20.29

$19.33

$17.14

$9.78

$7.50

$5.65

$3.86

$4.41

$1.93

$2.10

Weighted Avg Basic

—

28M

31M

32M

33M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

29M

31M

32M

33M

—

TopBuild Corp (BLD) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does TopBuild Corp Do?

TopBuild Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the installation and distribution of insulation and other building products to the construction industry. The company operates in two segments, Installation and Specialty Distribution. It provides insulation products and accessories, glass and windows, rain gutters, afterpaint products, fireproofing products, garage doors, fireplaces, closet shelving, roofing materials, and other products; and insulation installation services. The company also offers various services and tools to assist builders in applying the principles of building science to new home construction, which include pre-construction plan reviews, diagnostic testing, and various inspection services; and home energy rating services. In addition, it distributes building and mechanical insulation, insulation accessories, and other building product materials for the residential, commercial, and industrial end markets. The company serves single-family homebuilders, single-family custom builders, multi-family builders, commercial general contractors, remodelers, and individual homeowners, as well as insulation contractors, gutter contractors, weatherization contractors, other contractors, dealers, metal building erectors, and modular home builders. It operates approximately 235 installation branches and 175 distribution centers in the United States and Canada. The company was formerly known as Masco SpinCo Corp. and changed its name to TopBuild Corp. in March 2015. TopBuild Corp. was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. TopBuild Corp (BLD) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Construction industry. The company is led by CEO Robert M. Buck and employs approximately 13,100 people, headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. With a market capitalization of $10.4B, BLD is one of the prominent companies in the Industrials sector.

TopBuild Corp (BLD) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, TopBuild Corp receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 47.9/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.BLD ranks #2,272 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, TopBuild Corp ranks #369 of 752 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

BLD Stock Price and 52-Week Range

TopBuild Corp (BLD) currently trades at $394.37. The stock gained $9.90 (2.6%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for BLD is $559.47, which means the stock is currently trading -29.5% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $266.26, putting the stock 48.1% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 524K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is BLD Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

TopBuild Corp (BLD) carries a value factor score of 64/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 16.85x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a discount of 41%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 4.26x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.86x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, BLD trades at 13.11x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Overall, BLD's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

TopBuild Corp Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

TopBuild Corp (BLD) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 25.3%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 8.9% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, TopBuild Corp reports gross margins of 29.9%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 16.1% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 11.1%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at 2.0% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

BLD Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

TopBuild Corp has a debt-to-equity ratio of 123.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.94x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $2.85B. Cash and equivalents stand at $1.14B.

BLD has a beta of 1.01, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for TopBuild Corp is 58/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

TopBuild Corp Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, TopBuild Corp reported revenue of $5.30B and earnings per share (EPS) of $18.41. Net income for the quarter was $586M. Gross margin was 29.9%. Operating income came in at $856M.

In FY 2025, TopBuild Corp reported revenue of $5.41B and earnings per share (EPS) of $18.41. Net income for the quarter was $522M. Gross margin was 29.0%. Revenue grew 1.5% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $792M.

In Q3 2025, TopBuild Corp reported revenue of $1.39B and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.08. Net income for the quarter was $142M. Gross margin was 30.1%. Revenue grew 1.4% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $215M.

In Q2 2025, TopBuild Corp reported revenue of $1.30B and earnings per share (EPS) of $5.34. Net income for the quarter was $152M. Gross margin was 30.4%. Revenue grew -5.0% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $220M.

Over the past 8 quarters, TopBuild Corp has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $1.37B to $5.30B. Investors analyzing BLD stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

BLD Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

TopBuild Corp (BLD) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among growth-oriented companies in the Construction industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Industrials dividend stocks may want to explore other Industrials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

BLD Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

TopBuild Corp (BLD) has a momentum factor score of 49/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 33/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 19/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

BLD vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, TopBuild Corp (BLD) ranks #369 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places BLD in the upper half of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing BLD against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full BLD vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how TopBuild Corp stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

BLD Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for TopBuild Corp (BLD) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy BLD? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for TopBuild Corp suggests caution. The value score of 64/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals.

In summary, TopBuild Corp (BLD) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 47.9/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on BLD stock.

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