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The Home Depot, Inc. reports developments tied to its home improvement retail business, Pro contractor strategy and specialty trade distribution platform. The company operates warehouse-format stores and digital channels for building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, decor, installation services, and tool and equipment rentals across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Recurring news for HD includes quarterly earnings calls, investor presentations, dividend and guidance updates, technology leadership, marketing partnerships, and acquisitions that expand Pro-facing distribution. The SRS Distribution subsidiary adds coverage in roofing, building products, interior and construction products, landscape, pool and HVAC distribution, extending Home Depot's role beyond retail stores into trade-focused supply channels.
The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) announced the nationwide rollout of its Express Delivery service on August 18, 2026, offering rapid delivery in U.S. markets for a small flat fee with no subscription or membership. The service leverages more than 2,000 U.S. stores as local fulfillment hubs to deliver plumbing, electrical, hardware, paint, tools, and other DIY and Pro essentials in three hours or less, with eligibility shown on product pages and at checkout.
According to The Home Depot, over 65% of in-stock parcel products are delivered same or next day and about 55% of in-stock big and bulky orders within two days through its delivery network. Next-day major appliance delivery on key SKUs now reaches about 60% of the U.S. population, complemented by free same-day delivery on qualifying orders of $25 or more placed by 4 p.m.
The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) reported fiscal 2026 second quarter net sales of $47.9 billion, up 5.7% year over year, with comparable sales up 1.7% and U.S. comps up 1.3%. Net earnings were $4.8 billion, and diluted EPS rose to $4.79 from $4.58. Adjusted diluted EPS was $4.92, versus $4.68 a year ago.
GAAP operating income grew to $6.8 billion with an operating margin of 14.3%, while adjusted operating margin was 14.7%. For the first six months, net sales increased 5.3% to $89.6 billion and net earnings were $8.1 billion. Operating cash flow for the six months was $11.4 billion, up from $9.0 billion.
The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 guidance, including total sales growth of approximately 2.5%–4.5%, comparable sales growth of approximately flat to 2.0%, about 15 new stores, gross margin of about 33.1%, and adjusted operating margin of approximately 12.8%–13.0%. Diluted and adjusted diluted EPS are both expected to grow approximately flat to 4.0% versus fiscal 2025.
The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) announced that chair, president and CEO Ted Decker will take a temporary medical leave of absence, with an expected return within the next few months. The board, following Decker's recommendation, appointed senior EVP Ann-Marie Campbell and EVP/CFO Richard McPhail to jointly oversee the office of the CEO.
Campbell will supervise day-to-day operations, while McPhail will oversee financial management and Pro subsidiaries. Independent lead director Greg Brenneman will continue to chair the board and expressed confidence in the leadership team and anticipation of Decker's return.
The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) will host its Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Tuesday, August 18, at 9 a.m. ET. Investors can access a live webcast and replay via the company’s investor relations website. Home Depot operates 2,361 retail stores and over 1,280 SRS locations across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, employing more than 470,000 associates.
The Home Depot (HD) announced an organizational realignment to accelerate innovation and capture a share of an estimated $1.2 trillion home improvement market. The company is unifying leadership portfolios across merchandising, loyalty, finance, Pro and technology to support its strategy to drive its core business, deliver an interconnected customer experience and grow with professional customers.
Private brand merchants are moving into the core merchandising group led by EVP Billy Bastek. Credit, loyalty, online and financial services are being unified under EVP of interconnected retail Jordan Broggi. A new Office of Pro Acceleration, led by CFO Richard McPhail, will coordinate Pro-focused businesses, while EVP and CTO Fran Bell’s organization will consolidate store, supply chain and Pro product technology.
The Home Depot (NYSE:HD) will launch its 2026 Halloween collection on HomeDepot.com and The Home Depot app on July 16, 2026, with in‑store availability starting in late August. The lineup emphasizes larger‑than‑life animatronics, interactive technology and options across spooky, whimsical and family‑friendly themes.
According to The Home Depot, the viral 12 FT SKELLY returns with app‑enabled upgrades including custom sounds, Bluetooth voice modulation, servo‑motor head and mouth movements, recording capability and multiple LCD LifeEyes effects. New giants include an 11 FT LED Mummy and an 8 FT Perilous Plant Monster, while all in‑store giant animatronics are priced under $300, with original SKELLY at $299. Additional items feature interactive characters like an animated parrot, Evil Pixie, upgraded Lethal Lily and dedicated storage solutions for large décor pieces.
The Home Depot (NYSE:HD) expanded its partnership with Military Exchanges to offer tax-free delivery of more than 20,000 home improvement products to APO, FPO and DPO addresses worldwide.
Through AAFES and NEXCOM, eligible shoppers at over 750 overseas bases in 80+ countries can order items for USPS delivery starting July 8, 2026.
Home Depot (NYSE:HD) announced its board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $2.33 per share.
The dividend is payable on June 18, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 4, 2026, marking the 157th consecutive quarter of dividend payments.
The Home Depot Foundation (NYSE:HD) is investing $5.5 million in grants and training to strengthen disaster preparedness, response and long-term recovery ahead of storm season.
Funding supports partners such as Habitat for Humanity, Team Rubicon, Operation Blessing, Inspiritus, HomeAid Hawaii, American Red Cross, Convoy of Hope, World Central Kitchen and Appalachia Service Project.
Programs include home repairs, resilient construction training, disaster volunteer training, mobile energy access, survivor housing maintenance and pre-positioned emergency supplies nationwide.
Home Depot (NYSE:HD) reported first quarter fiscal 2026 net sales of $41.8 billion, up 4.8% year over year. Comparable sales rose 0.6% (U.S. +0.4%), with FX adding about 55 bps.
Net earnings were $3.3 billion and diluted EPS $3.30, both down about 4% from fiscal 2025. Adjusted diluted EPS was $3.43, versus $3.56 a year ago. Operating income declined 3.0% to $5.0 billion.
Home Depot generated $6.0 billion in operating cash flow, versus $4.3 billion in the prior-year quarter, and ended the quarter with 2,361 stores and over 1,280 SRS locations. The company reaffirmed fiscal 2026 guidance, including total sales growth of 2.5–4.5%, flat to 2.0% comparable sales growth, and diluted and adjusted diluted EPS expected to grow approximately flat to 4.0% from fiscal 2025.