Home Depot (NYSE:HD) delivered better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings, but its 2025 comparable sales forecast missed analyst expectations as higher interest rates continue to weigh on home improvement demand.
Key Takeaways from Home Depot’s Earnings
? Q4 Sales Beat Estimates
Net sales: $39.70 billion (+14% YoY), beating Wall Street estimates of $39.13 billion.
Adjusted EPS: $3.13 (vs. expected $3.04).
Sales benefited by ~$2.5 billion due to an extra week in the quarter.
? 2025 Outlook Misses Expectations
Home Depot forecasts 1% comparable sales growth for 2025, below Bloomberg’s 1.65% estimate.
Higher interest rates have dampened renovation spending, despite Fed easing cycles in 2024.
Uncertainty over potential tariffs from President Trump’s policies could impact inflation and Fed rate decisions.
Market Implications & Analysis
? Interest Rate Sensitivity
Higher borrowing costs have weighed on home improvement demand.
Fed’s wait-and-see approach on rate cuts adds further uncertainty.
? Home Improvement & Retail Sector Insights
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While Home Depot’s strong Q4 results provide resilience, its muted 2025 outlook suggests ongoing macroeconomic headwinds in the home improvement sector.