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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company in the home centers industry, serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week and operating over 1,700 home improvement stores, 530 branches and 130 distribution centers. The Lowe’s news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, partnerships, financial updates and community initiatives drawn from official releases and regulatory disclosures.
Investors and followers of LOW can use this page to review news about earnings results, capital markets activity, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Recent company communications include quarterly earnings releases that discuss sales performance, comparable sales trends, online sales growth, home services activity and Pro customer growth, as well as updates to full-year outlooks. Lowe’s also announces participation in investor conferences and schedules for earnings conference calls and webcasts, which are relevant for those tracking management commentary and guidance.
Beyond financial news, Lowe’s issues releases on marketing campaigns, brand collaborations and community projects. Examples include the “Earn Your Sunday” campaign with the National Football League, seasonal holiday promotions with loyalty program perks, and a partnership with Cinemark on a National Popcorn Day “Bring Your Own Bucket” event featuring the iconic blue Lowe’s 5-gallon bucket. The company also highlights community-focused efforts such as the Freedom Hill veterans and first responder community in Mooresville, developed with Building Homes for Heroes and the Town of Mooresville.
This news page provides a centralized view of these developments, helping readers understand how Lowe’s pursues its Total Home strategy, engages Pro and consumer customers, and supports communities. For ongoing research on LOW, users can return regularly to see newly posted press releases and related coverage as they become available.
Lowe's has announced the opening of nominations for its Lowe's Hometowns program, a five-year, $100 million community revitalization initiative. For 2025, the company will award $10 million in grants to fund 100 renovations and complete 1,700 additional improvement projects selected by its associates.
Project nominations are open through February 18 at Lowes.com/Hometowns. The program anticipates benefiting over 500,000 people in 2024, with more than 3 million beneficiaries since its 2022 launch. Eligible projects include renovating safe housing facilities, community resources, outdoor spaces, cultural preservation sites, and skilled trades education facilities.
The initiative leverages Lowe's red vest associates' DIY expertise, community relationships, Pro network, and product assortment, with support from implementation partner Points of Light.
Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) unveiled its 2025 Total Home Strategy, focusing on five key growth initiatives: Pro Penetration, Online Sales, Home Services, Loyalty Ecosystem, and Space Productivity. The company announced several major developments, including: a new AI framework to enhance customer experience, the launch of the first product marketplace in U.S. home improvement, a revamped Pro loyalty program (MyLowe's Pro Rewards), and Pro Extended Aisle for jobsite delivery.
The company plans to open 10-15 new stores annually in fast-growing U.S. markets and expand its rural offering to 150 more stores, reaching nearly 500 rural locations. Lowe's expects to generate approximately $1 billion in annual cost savings through Perpetual Productivity Improvement initiatives while maintaining its capital allocation strategy focused on strategic growth and shareholder value.
Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) has announced its upcoming 2024 Analyst and Investor Conference, scheduled for December 11 at 8 a.m. Eastern time in New York City. The company will present updates on key growth initiatives and financial targets, both near-term and long-term.
Supplemental materials will be available at 6 a.m. ET on the conference day. The event will be accessible via webcast through the Events & Presentations section of Lowe's Investor Relations website. A replay will be available from noon ET on December 12, 2024, through December 11, 2025.
Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) reported third quarter 2024 results with net earnings of $1.7 billion and diluted EPS of $2.99. Total sales reached $20.2 billion, down from $20.5 billion in the prior year, with comparable sales declining 1.1%. The company recognized a $54 million pre-tax gain from the 2022 Canadian retail business sale, impacting EPS by $0.10. Excluding this gain, adjusted diluted EPS was $2.89.
Performance was driven by high-single-digit Pro sales growth and strong online sales, despite softness in DIY bigger-ticket discretionary demand. During the quarter, Lowe's repurchased 2.9 million shares for $758 million and paid $654 million in dividends.
Lowe's Companies (NYSE: LOW) announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.15 per share. The dividend will be paid on February 5, 2025, to shareholders who are on record as of January 22, 2025.
Lowe's has launched a $2.5 million Western North Carolina Small Business Recovery Fund to support small businesses affected by Hurricane Helene. The fund will provide 100 grants of $20,000 each to small businesses in disaster-declared communities, totaling $2 million in direct business support. Applications will be open from Nov. 18-22. Additionally, Lowe's will distribute 3,000 family-style Thanksgiving meals purchased from local caterers and host a Holiday Pop-Up event for affected local artisans, who will receive $1,000 grants. These initiatives are part of Lowe's larger $12 million pledge for relief and recovery efforts in Western North Carolina following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Lowe's Companies (NYSE: LOW) has announced its Third Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call, scheduled for Tuesday, November 19, at 9 a.m. Eastern time. The company will provide a webcast through the Quarterly Earnings section of their Investor Relations website. Supplemental materials will be available 15 minutes before the call begins. A replay of the webcast will be accessible from noon ET on November 19, 2024, through November 18, 2025.
Lowe's has launched its new Digital Home Platform, a free service exclusively for MyLowe's Rewards members. The platform provides personalized information about home appliances, including warranties, manuals, maintenance suggestions, and how-to content. Initially focusing on appliances purchased within the past five years, the platform automatically displays product information for items linked to members' accounts.
Key features include product information storage, maintenance reminders, compatible product recommendations, and how-to guides. The platform, developed by Lowe's Innovation Labs, aims to create a digital twin for homes and complements other technological initiatives like Style Studio™ and Measure Your Space®.
Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) announces its holiday season offerings, featuring exclusive deals and savings for customers and MyLowe's Rewards members. The company is offering up to 35% off select major appliances and up to $500 off select LG appliances during Black Friday. MyLowe's Rewards members get early access to Black Friday doorbusters on Lowes.com, with deals continuing throughout December. The first 25 members visiting stores on Black Friday will receive a holiday 'bucket of gifts' valued up to $150. The company is providing convenient shopping options including Same Day delivery and Buy Online, Pick Up In Store services. Stores will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) has announced its 2024 Vendor Partners of the Year. The winners are:
- Pella® (Building Products Vendor Partner of the Year)
- Schluter Systems (Home Décor Vendor Partner of the Year)
- Klein Tools (Hardlines Vendor Partner of the Year and Building Products Innovation Partner of the Year)
Additionally, Henkel was named Lowe's Sustainability Partner of the Year for its commitment to reducing emissions and investing in renewable energy. The company also recognized innovation partners and divisional winners across its three merchandising divisions: building products, hardlines, and home décor.
Bill Boltz, Lowe's executive vice president of merchandising, praised these partners for their commitment to customer needs, innovation, and value. Lowe's, a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company, operates over 1,700 stores and serves approximately 16 million customer transactions weekly in the United States.