PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM) is a U.S.-based residential homebuilder that designs, constructs and sells single-family homes and develops master-planned communities. The company operates multiple national and regional brands that target different buyer segments, including first-time buyers, move-up buyers and active-adult customers. Its operations encompass land acquisition and development, home design and construction, community amenities and ongoing customer service and warranty programs.
PulteGroup markets homes under several well-known brands, such as Pulte Homes, Centex and Del Webb, among others, offering a range of product types from entry-level detached homes to larger, higher-end residences and age-restricted active-adult communities. In addition to building and selling homes, the company provides complementary services intended to simplify the purchase process for buyers, including mortgage and title-related services and structured warranty and customer care programs after closing.
The business traces its roots to Pulte Homes, founded by William J. Pulte, and expanded significantly through growth and strategic acquisitions; a notable milestone was the 2009 combination with Centex, which enlarged its geographic footprint and market presence. Today PulteGroup operates across numerous housing markets throughout the United States, focusing on regional demand and community-level planning to position developments for local buyer preferences.
PulteGroup’s operating focus emphasizes product design, construction quality and community amenities tailored to target demographics, with an executive management team and board overseeing corporate strategy and operations. The company’s activities are inherently tied to housing market cycles and local land and development dynamics, and it positions its brands and services to address a broad cross-section of new-home buyers.