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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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Lowe's (LOW) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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Lowe's (LOW) adapts to retail shifts with innovative strategies and a focus on customer engagement, overcoming economic challenges to maintain its leadership in the home improvement sector.

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MOORESVILLE, N.C. , May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) announced today that it will hold its First Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call at 9 a.m.

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Lowe's (LOW) closed the most recent trading day at $232.98, moving -0.87% from the previous trading session.

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I continue my series of articles where I predict annual dividend increases from long-term dividend growth companies. Nine companies are expected to announce increases in late May, including Lowe's Companies and Medtronic. Dividend increases from the first half of May were modest, with one long-time dividend growth company cutting its payout and ending more than half a century of dividend growth.

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Lowe's is a US hardware retailer competing with Home Depot in the home improvement space. The company has a strong track record of dividend growth and has reduced its outstanding sharecount under CEO Marvin Ellison. The home improvement market is currently facing a downturn due to a slowdown in home sales, driven by higher interest and mortgage rates.

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In the latest trading session, Lowe's (LOW) closed at $231.70, marking a -0.19% move from the previous day.

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Lowe's valuation, with P/E ratios substantially higher than the sector median, is by no means cheap. However, I do not see an obvious overvaluation either in terms of P/E or dividend yield in comparison to its historical track record. And during uncertainties time like ours, it is especially important to invest in wonderful business at fair prices rather than fair businesses at wonderful prices.

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Lowe's (LOW) reachead $230.94 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +0.47% change compared to its last close.

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Lowe's (LOW) proactively tackles market challenges with innovation for long-term growth and customer engagement through tech investment and enhanced experiences.

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Foundation awards $1 million to SkillsUSA and rolls out the blue carpet for students at select Lowe's stores nationwide on May 7, inspiring Gen Z to join skilled trades movement MOORESVILLE, N.C. , April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To honor the future generation of Pros who are choosing careers in skilled trades, the Lowe's Foundation has awarded a $1 million Gable Grant to SkillsUSA.

Lowe's Foundation partners with SkillsUSA to celebrate 'Trades Stars' from the Toolbelt Generation on SkillsUSA National Signing Day

Lowe's (LOW) closed at $233.56 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.01% move from the prior day.

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