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Orchard Supply Hardware is an American retailer of home improvement and gardening products. Headquartered in San Jose, California, Orchard Supply Hardware has dozens of locations throughout California, with expansions into Oregon and Florida.

Orchard Supply Hardware

Rona is a Canadian retailer of home improvement and construction products and services. Founded in 1939, the company operates a mixture of company-owned and franchised retailers under multiple banners, including Rona, its big box formats Rona Home & Garden and Réno-Dépôt, as well as smaller brands such as Rona Cashway, Marcil Centre de Rénovation, and Dick's Lumber. On February 3, 2016, U.S. retailer Lowe's announced that it would acquire Rona for $3.2 billion pending government approval. Lowe's plans to maintain the Rona name in mid-sized stores post-merger.

Rona

Lowe's Companies, Inc. engages in the retail sale of home improvement products. The firm offers products for maintenance, repair, remodeling, home decorating, and property maintenance. It also provides home improvement products in the following categories: appliances, seasonal & outdoor living, lumber, lawn & garden, kitchens & bath, hardware, building materials, millwork, paint, rough plumbing, tools, electrical, flooring, and décor. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Mooresville, NC.

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LOW reports Q1 earnings growth despite sales decline and discretionary weakness

Despite a decline in comparable sales, LOW's adjusted operating margin expanded, and the company remains optimistic about the future of the home improvement business. Challenges include weakness in discretionary spending, particularly in big-ticket DIY purchases, and questions about the potential duration of this weakness. However, the company sees opportunities in the Pro customer strategy and the rural stores expansion.

LOW reports Q2 earnings with declining sales but expanded margins

LOW's Q2 performance reflects a decline in comparable sales but an expansion in operating margin and strong online sales growth. The company faces challenges from cautious consumer spending and industry-specific pressures. However, LOW remains optimistic about outperforming sales outlook and sees opportunities in sustaining demand and expanding margins through strategic initiatives.

Lowe's Q3 2023: Challenges in DIY Spending, Optimism for Long-Term Growth

Lowe's Q3 2023 faced challenges in DIY spending and online sales, but saw positive performance in Pro sales comp and strategic initiatives. The company remains optimistic about the mid- to long-term outlook for the home improvement industry. Ongoing focus on productivity improvements and meeting customer demand presents opportunities for growth.

Lowe's reports mixed Q4 sales but strong earnings growth

Lowe's Q4 earnings call highlighted mixed sales performance but strong earnings growth. The company is investing in its workforce and focusing on the Pro business for future growth. Opportunities lie in leveraging industry trends and technology advancements while managing challenges like declining lumber prices and flat gross margins.

Lowe's reports Q1 earnings growth despite challenges, eyes rural expansion

Lowe's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted a mixed performance with challenges in comparable sales offset by positive Pro sales growth. The company's focus on market share gains, productivity initiatives, and Pro segment strength drove earnings growth. Despite short-term pressures, Lowe's remains positive about the future, especially with opportunities in rural store expansion and customer segment spending.

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Five-year, $100 million program supports physical improvements to veteran, first responder and affordable housing facilities, food pantries, community centers, playgrounds and parks MOORESVILLE, N.C. , Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Lowe's continued work to make communities better for all, the home improvement company is accepting project nominations for Lowe's Hometowns.

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MyLowe's Rewards Credit Card Holders Receive 5% Off Every Day; All Loyalty Members Earn Points Towards MyLowe's Money, Free Gifts and More MOORESVILLE, N.C. , Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowe's now has a first-of-its-kind loyalty program designed for DIY customers to help them save on items they need for their homes now and earn rewards toward what they want next.

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