Abstract: Meteoric developments in technology manages to use intelligent appliances in quotidian life, one such device is the refrigerator. From kitchens in homes to shops and warehouses, refrigerator ...

KB Home’s built-to-order model delivers higher margins. However, a strong shift to BTO brings risks as backlog orders decline ...

Sean Ross is a strategic adviser at 1031x.com, Investopedia contributor, and the founder and manager of Free Lances Ltd. Andy Smith is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), licensed realtor and ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Leaner inventories and tighter ordering cycles are necessary to keep costs under control. Companies may be leaning more on ...

KB Home faces weakening demand, margin compression, discounting of high-cost inventory, and worsening guidance after Q4 2025.