The following is a summary of the M/I Homes, Inc. (MHO) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:

Financial Performance:

• M/I Homes reported an increase of 8% in home deliveries, setting a company record of 2,158 homes.

• Revenue saw a rise of 5%, reaching $1.05 billion and pre-tax income grew by 33% to $180.2 million in Q1.

• The gross margins for Q1 were at 27%, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 360 basis points and a sequential rise of 200 basis points.

• A record cash balance of $870 million was achieved, and the debt-to-capital ratio was reduced to 21% from 24% a year ago.

• Earnings per diluted share showed an increase of 31% from $3.64 per share last year to a Q1 record of $4.78 per share.

Business Progress:

• There was a 17% increase in new contracts in Q1, attributed to the strength of communities and product offerings.

• Despite macroeconomic uncertainties, the company managed to operate in 10% more communities compared to last year.

• The Smart Series homes accounted for more than half (52%) of total company sales.

• Planned opening of new communities is expected to increase the average community count by approximately 10% over 2023.

• The company is confident of another strong performance in 2024, with an anticipated annual growth rate of 5% to 10%.

• Progress in reducing the cycle time has brought many markets back to pre-COVID levels.

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