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Sign InIn a move reflecting the resilience of the home improvement sector despite cost pressures, Home Depot's first-quarter 2026 results demonstrated robust performance. The company reported a 5% year-over-year revenue increase to $38.8 billion, while diluted earnings per share rose 8.6% to $4.15. According to reports, this growth was driven by sustained demand from both professional contractors and DIY customers, highlighting the company's effective expense management.
These results arrive as the housing sector navigates challenges related to elevated borrowing costs, yet disciplined spending helped lift operating income to approximately $7.6 billion. Compared to the previous year, EPS rose from $3.82 to current levels, supported by share repurchase programs that covered roughly 2% of outstanding shares. Per market data, the company maintained its quarterly dividend of $2.25 per share, signaling continued investor confidence in long-term cash generation.
Home Depot (HD) stock stood at $332.98 (close July 24, 2026), with the equity trading within a 52-week range of $270 to $360. Traders are currently monitoring U.S. MBA 30-year mortgage rates, which recently hit 6.69%, as a key factor influencing housing market purchasing power. Looking ahead, the company has reiterated its fiscal 2026 guidance, forecasting sales growth in the low to mid-single-digit range.