Home Depot, Inc. (HD)

In the past six months, The Home Depot's stock price has experienced some fluctuations. As of October 3, 2025, the share price was $395.06, representing a decline of 3.26% from October 4, 2024. The company reported its Q2 2025 earnings on August 19, missing consensus estimates slightly with $4.68 EPS compared to an estimated $4.69, and revenue of $45.28 billion against analyst estimates of $45.43 billion. The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 guidance in September 2025, expecting total sales growth of approximately 2.8% and comparable sales growth of approximately 1% compared to fiscal 2024. Home Depot's stock has historically shown strength in late May, with an average return of +1.30% and an 86.67% winning percentage between May 23 and June 2 over the past 15 years.

The Home Depot's customer demand exhibits clear seasonal trends, particularly in outdoor and home improvement categories. Spring and summer are typically periods of high demand. As the year progresses, demand shifts, with end-of-summer sales in late August and Labor Day sales focusing on fall plants, smokers, and tools. The holiday season, particularly November and December, sees major sales events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Presidents Day in February is noted for bathroom item discounts. Overall, Home Depot consistently experiences its biggest revenue numbers during the summer months when many people undertake home projects.

The Home Depot, Inc. is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, operating in the Retail Trade sector, specifically in the Home Improvement Chains industry. It sells building materials, home improvement, lawn and garden, and decor products, and provides home improvement installation services and tool and equipment rentals. The company serves DIY, DIFM customers, professional contractors, remodelers, and tradesmen, operating through distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and e-commerce websites.

The Home Depot's geographic footprint spans across North America, with operations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As of 2025, the company operates more than 2,300 stores. The United States represents the largest portion of its revenue, accounting for approximately 92.16% in fiscal year 2024, while non-U.S. operations contribute about 7.84%. The company also owns Interline Brands (The Home Depot Pro), a maintenance, repair, and operations company with 70 distribution centers across the United States.

The Home Depot maintains a strong brand reputation as the world's largest home improvement retailer, built on its economies of scale and brand equity. Home Depot has continued to engage with customers through various initiatives, such as the Spring Black Friday event in April 2025, Spring Deal Days (April–May 2025), and Decor Days in September 2025. The Home Depot Foundation also highlighted its support for veterans a year after Hurricane Helene in September 2025. The company's acquisition of SRS Distribution, completed in September 2025, and the receipt of clearance from the Canadian Competition Bureau in August 2025 for the acquisition of GMS Inc., are strategic moves that could further enhance its market position and reputation.

The Home Depot, Inc. has a diverse ownership structure, with institutional investors holding a significant majority stake. Institutional investors own over 50% of the company, with some sources indicating around 70.86% to 73%. The largest institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., and State Street Corp. Individual investors hold a considerable portion, around 28% according to a January 2022 report. Insider ownership is less than 1%. Kenneth G. Langone is noted as a significant individual shareholder, owning 16.50 million shares, representing 1.66% of the company.