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In their Q1 2026 earnings report, Toll Brothers announced a strong start to the fiscal year, exceeding financial expectations with an earnings per share of $2.19 and $2.15 billion in total revenue. The company benefited from a 15.4% year-over-year revenue growth, supported by its specialized focus on affluent luxury buyers who remain less affected by broader economic affordability pressures. Management highlighted a 50/50 strategic mix of custom build-to-order homes and quick-delivery "spec" homes, noting that adjusted gross margins reached a healthy 26.5%. While executives expressed cautious optimism regarding the spring selling season due to rising web traffic and deposits, they signaled a transition in leadership as Karl Mistry prepares to become the new CEO in March. The reports also detail the company's plan to exit the multifamily development business while maintaining significant liquidity of $3.4 billion to fund future land acquisitions and share repurchases. Overall, the builder remains confident in its long-term growth due to high housing demand and its disciplined approach to the premium market segment.