Forestar Group Earns Zacks Rank #1 Momentum and Value Ratings on Jan. 30
Forestar Group earned Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) for momentum and value stocks lists on January 30, 2026, joining WNEB and WASH respectively. The company also passed the 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen highlighting strong recent gains while trading at reasonable valuations.
1. Zacks Rank #1 Momentum Stock Selection
On January 30, 2026, Forestar Group (FOR) secured a position on Zacks’ exclusive Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stock list. It was one of only 12 names selected out of over 3,000 equities screened, based on a three-month trailing price gain exceeding 28% and an average daily trading volume above 500,000 shares. This recognition underscores investor confidence in FOR’s ability to sustain rapid share appreciation over the near term.
2. Zacks Rank #1 Value Stock Selection
Also on January 30, 2026, FOR appeared on Zacks’ Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stock roster, which highlights firms trading at discounts to intrinsic worth. FOR met rigorous criteria, including a forward price-to-earnings ratio under 10 and a price-to-book ratio below 1.2. Analysts noted that the company’s current valuation represents a 15% discount relative to its five-year average, suggesting substantial upside potential.
3. Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain Screen
In the latest quarterly screening, FOR emerged from the 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' filter, designed to identify stocks in the top decile for 12-week relative strength that also trade below their historical P/E multiples. FOR qualified thanks to a 34% gain over the past quarter coupled with a P/E ratio near 9.5, compared with a sector median of 14. The combination of robust performance and conservative valuation positions FOR as a compelling pick for growth-oriented value investors.