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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Home Depot

Interline Brands is one of the largest wholesale distributors and direct marketers of maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products for non-industrial businesses in the United States. Interline Brands distributes a broad range of products such as HVAC, janitorial supplies, plumbing supplies and security supplies.

Interline Brands

The Home Depot, Inc. engages in the sale of building materials and home improvement products. Its products include building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products and decor products. The firm operates through the following geographical segments: U.S., Canada and Mexico. It offers home improvement installation services, and tool and equipment rental. The company was founded by Bernard Marcus, Arthur M. Blank, Kenneth Gerald Langone and Pat Farrah on June 29, 1978 and is headquartered at Atlanta, GA.

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Home Depot reports Q1 sales decline, evaluates challenges and growth

Home Depot faced challenges from sales decline due to lumber deflation and unfavorable weather, but also saw strengths in smaller ticket outdoor projects and positive Pro business trends. The company is evaluating levers to address challenges and is looking forward to discussing growth opportunities at the upcoming Analyst Day.

Home Depot reports Q2 sales decline, focuses on OSA improvement

Home Depot's Q2 performance reflects challenges in sales and comps, but strength in project-related categories and online sales. The company's focus on improving OSA and wage investment are positive indicators. However, concerns raised by analysts and the impact of declining backlogs present challenges. The rollout of computer vision technology and moderating inflation offer opportunities for future growth.

Home Depot reports Q3 sales decline, focuses on Pro growth

Home Depot's Q3 performance reflects a decline in sales and comps, with a focus on investing in the Pro customer and enhancing the shopping experience. Challenges include margin decrease and expense increase, while opportunities lie in capturing Pro wallet share and driving demand for big-ticket items.

Home Depot reports record year but anticipates challenges in 2023

Home Depot had a strong fiscal year 2022 but anticipates challenges in 2023, targeting flat comp sales and a decline in diluted earnings per share. They are investing in associate experience and focusing on product categories like cleaning, appliances, patio furniture, and grills. Despite market challenges, Home Depot remains optimistic about the long-term home improvement market outlook.

Home Depot faces sales decline in Q1 2023 amidst challenges

Home Depot faced sales decline in Q1 2023 due to lumber deflation and weather challenges, revising guidance downwards. Despite challenges, the company highlighted strengths in key departments and improvements in hiring. Opportunities lie in elevated product categories, expense leverage, and market share maintenance.

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Home Depot stock has significantly underperformed the S&P 500 since my late December update. However, I also indicated that fears of a housing crash were overblown. That thesis has played out accordingly, as the US consumer remains remarkably resilient, underpinning the strength of the US economy. HD's underperformance is likely due to its premium valuation and growth normalization from an unsustainable pandemic-driven surge.

Home Depot: A Pivotal Buying Moment Is Here (Rating Upgrade)

Home Depot is a reliable dividend payer with a reputation for strong growth. The company is the most powerful player in the home improvement retail industry, which will continue to experience macroeconomic headwinds in the near future. Home Depot's A credit rating makes it a great pick for investors looking to significantly limit bankruptcy risk within their portfolios.

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Lowe's

Home Depot surpasses its smaller rival on key metrics like profit margin and return on invested capital. Lowe's stock will appeal more to investors who prize a well-covered dividend payment.

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Home Depot is facing a tough year in FY23 due to high interest rates, which are affecting home sales and slowing down remodeling and DIY projects. Inflation is easing up, and it's anticipated that the Fed will cut rates by at least 1% in 2024, boosting existing home sales. HD raised its dividend by 435% in the past decade, yielding 2.79% now, with a safe payout ratio, and no signs of stopping the growth despite the challenges.

Home Depot: Rocky FY23, But The Future Is Bright And Valuation Right

Home Depot is better managed and has gained significant market share in the US home improvement industry compared to Lowe's. Home Depot's success can be attributed to exclusive relationships with high-quality suppliers, seamless digital integration, and a Pro-focused business model. The company is experiencing consumption pressure in big-ticket discretionary categories, but its strategic inventory management and strong financial position make it a good long-term investment.

Home Depot: Discretionary Spending Weakness Pressures Growth In Near Term

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Home Depot is set to grow, driven by homeownership, DIY trends, WFH shifts, and urbanization. Home Depot's consistent margins and scale amplify customer loyalty and its competitive edge. Rising interest rates impact Home Depot's sales, but its strong foundation promises resilience.

Home Depot: Set For Double Digit Returns Despite Short-Term Challenges

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Shares of homebuilders were taking a broad beating Friday, after the stronger-than-expected jobs data sent Treasury yields to fresh 16-year highs, making new homes less affordable. The iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF ITB, -0.75% sank 1.2% toward a four-month low, with 43 of 46 components losing ground.

Homebuilder stocks take a broad beating after jobs data sends Treasury yields to fresh 16-year highs

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Bad news for the blue-chip Dow stocks which have now given back all of its gains for the year amid persistent weakness. Rising bond yields, higher oil prices, and the threat of higher-for-longer interest rates have conspired to pull stocks lower, dragging Dow stocks into the red in the process.

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In the latest trading session, Home Depot (HD) closed at $292.39, marking a +0.15% move from the previous day.

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Consumer stocks to check out for your October 2023 watchlist.

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NIKE

Many retail stocks have been underperforming this year. Economic conditions aren't improving, and there are still more headwinds coming for retailers.

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Rising Treasury yields squeezed stocks across the board today. Mortgage rates are closely connected to Treasury yields, and higher mortgage rates will further tighten the housing market.

Why Home Depot Stock Was Falling Today

Home Depot has thrived through many cyclical downturns. Management is bullish about its long-term outlook.

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Home Depot consistently outperforms Lowe's in this critical metric.

1 Reason, Among Many, Investors Prefer Home Depot Over Lowe's

Home Depot is looking to energize its business by appealing to millennial homeowners. The retailer's New Homeowners Hub aims to provide them with valuable guidance.

Could Millennial Homebuyers Be Home Depot's Ticket to Long-Term Growth?

Shares of the giant home goods retailer are well off their all-time high. Investors should pay attention to trends going on with the broader housing market.

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Vail Resorts

Starbucks has plans for more stores that could lead to substantial growth in the dividend. Vail is a longtime dividend grower and should return to solid profit growth next year.

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Alibaba

In the current environment, where the SPDR S&P 500 ETF NYSE: SPY has faced a weekly downturn and is nearing an alarming 5% monthly loss, investors might perceive a glimmer of hope amid the turbulence.

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