Key Takeaways D.R. Horton's Q1 2026 net sales orders rose 3% to 18,300 homes, with backlog steady at $6.7B.DHI cuts cycle time by two weeks and uses 75% contract-controlled lots to boost efficiency.D.R. Horton faces margin pressure as rates hit 6.38% and Q2 margins are seen at 19%-19.5%.D.R. Horton, Inc. (DHI) is benefiting from an increase in net sales orders, demonstrating an ability to balance pace, price and incentives to drive incremental sales and maximize returns. The company’s disciplined and balanc ...