Home Depot sales see uptick from hurricane recovery
Published On Nov 12, 2024, 11:23 AM
Home Depot's recent sales report shows that while the company has seen a small decline of 1.3% in sales from stores open for at least a year, this is an improvement over expectations. The uptick in sales has been attributed to hurricane recovery efforts, along with better-than-expected performance in seasonal and outdoor goods. CEO Ted Decker mentioned that this quarter's performance exceeded expectations despite broader market uncertainties. Revenue for the quarter was $40.22 billion, surpassing analyst forecasts. Home Depot now anticipates a smaller decline in comparable store sales for the fiscal year.
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The quarterly performance, buoyed by hurricane recovery demands and improved sales in outdoor products, indicates resilience in Home Depot's business model. If the Federal Reserve implements interest rate cuts, as anticipated, demand may grow in the housing sector, creating further positive momentum for Home Depot's sales. Therefore, despite current challenges, the outlook appears optimistic.
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