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HD·The Home Depot, Inc.

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After Hours
High
$344.40
Open
$339.55
Market Cap
342.49B
52W High
$426.75
Low
$337.90
P. Close
$343.49
P/E
24.44
52W Low
$289.10
Fwd P/E
21.33
DailyIQ Est.
$376.94
Technical Score (1D)
73
BUY
News Sentiment
75
BULLISH
Home Depot’s latest earnings report shows a pivot toward professional contractors, a move that coincides with a retreat from its core DIY customer base, creating a new source of vulnerability. The company posted only a 0.6 % rise in comparable sales last quarter, indicating that the upside from larger discretionary projects remains limited. This modest growth signals that the shift to contractors may not yet be offsetting the decline in DIY demand, raising concerns about future revenue momentum. Options market data confirm the uncertainty, with implied volatility sitting in the 72nd percentile of its annual range, suggesting that traders are pricing in potential swings. Over the next 1–10 trading days, the market will likely react to any further signs of a slowdown in DIY spending or a strengthening of the contractor segment, as these factors directly influence Home Depot’s earnings outlook. Watch for updates on the company’s guidance for the upcoming quarter, as any downward revision could amplify the current volatility. Pay close attention to retail‑sector sentiment and consumer discretionary spending data, which could provide context for Home Depot’s sales mix. Additionally, keep an eye on any changes in the options market—particularly the volume of puts versus calls—as a shift could signal a change in investor sentiment. Finally, monitor macro‑economic indicators such as interest‑rate expectations and housing‑market activity, since these will affect both DIY and contractor demand in the near term.
Earnings Summary
Home Depot, Inc. is a leading home improvement retailer that serves homeowners, contractors, and maintenance professionals through a broad assortment of building materials, home improvement products, and related services, supported by a robust omnichannel presence. The company operates in the consumer cyclical sector within the home improvement retail industry, positioning itself as a one‑stop shop for both DIY and professional projects. In its most recent quarters, Home Depot reported Q4 2024 revenue of $39.70 billion and EPS of $3.02, slightly below the $3.04 estimate, and Q1 2025 revenue of $39.86 billion with EPS of $3.56, again marginally missing the $3.59 estimate; Q2 2025 revenue surged to $45.28 billion and EPS of $4.68, a near‑miss of the $4.69 estimate, while Q3 2025 revenue fell to $41.35 billion and EPS of $3.74, below the $3.83 estimate. The company’s Q1 2027 results showed revenue of $41.77 billion and EPS of $3.43, a modest beat over the $3.41 estimate, indicating a shift toward earnings strength after a series of misses. Historically, Home Depot has experienced fluctuating revenue growth, with a pronounced spike in Q2 2025 followed by a decline in Q3 2025, yet EPS has largely trailed analyst expectations until the most recent quarter; the pattern suggests revenue expansion does not yet translate into consistent earnings beats. Recent news highlights the firm’s focus on expanding its Pro ecosystem through the acquisition of specialty businesses such as SRS and GMS, reinforcing higher‑margin professional sales and supporting FY 2025 revenue of $164.7 billion; integration progress and the competitive dynamic with Lowe’s are key themes. Investors should watch for guidance on the Pro segment, the pace of acquisition integration, and the impact of mortgage‑rate sensitivity and the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on demand, as these factors will shape margin outlook and top‑line momentum in the next earnings cycle.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$2.76$3.32$3.87$4.43$4.98Q4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'27Q2'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'27$4.73 - -
Q1'27$3.41$3.43+0.7%
Q3'25$3.83$3.74-2.5%
Q2'25$4.69$4.68-0.3%
Q1'25$3.59$3.56-0.8%
Q4'24$3.04$3.02-0.8%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$38.4B$41.3B$44.2B$47.1B$50.0BQ4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'27Q2'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'27$48.7B - -
Q1'27$42.8B$41.8B-2.4%
Q3'25 - $41.4B -
Q2'25 - $45.3B -
Q1'25 - $39.9B -
Q4'24 - $39.7B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

HD Stock Snapshot

HD is currently trading at $343.70, giving The Home Depot, Inc. a market cap of 342.49B and a P/E ratio of 24.4. Today's range spans $337.90–$344.40, with shares opening at $339.55 and moving up $0.21 (0.1%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 73/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 75/100.

Over the past year HD has traded between $289.10 and $426.75 - the current price is +18.9% off the 52-week low and -19.5% from the high. 47 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $370.34 (range $310.00–$430.00), implying upside of +7.8%.

If you're looking for bullish momentum in Consumer Cyclical, HD is putting up the numbers: 73/100 technical score, BUY signal, bullish sentiment at 75/100. Price: $343.70 (in the lower half of its 52-week range). (P/E: 24.4) The 342.49B market cap keeps it in play for institutional position sizes, and the $289.10–$426.75 annual range shows this stock can make real moves when it gets directional conviction behind it.

The combination of a BUY signal (73/100) and bullish news sentiment (75/100) puts HD on the screens of active managers who run quality-momentum overlays — a cohort that can build meaningful positions at 342.49B in Consumer Cyclical market cap without immediately moving the stock. At $343.70 (in the lower half of its 52-week range in the $289.10–$426.75 range), the entry discipline is clean and the potential re-rating if sentiment continues to improve is meaningful.