The Home Depot, Inc. (hd)
HD — Company Overview
The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) trades on NYQ as part of the Consumer Cyclical peer group (Home Improvement Retail).
| Ticker | HD |
| Sector | Consumer Cyclical |
| Industry | Home Improvement Retail |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $348.51B |
| Last price | $349.52 |
| Size category | Mega Cap |
HD — Business Description
HD represents a Home Improvement Retail business in the Consumer Cyclical segment. The Home Depot, Inc. operates as a home improvement retailer in the United States and internationally. It sells various building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and décor products, as well as facilities maintenance, repair, and operations products. The company also offers installation services for flooring, water heaters, baths, garage doors, cabinets, cabinet makeovers, countertops, sheds, furnaces and central air systems, windows, and window coverings. In addition, it provides tool and equipment rental services. The company serves consumers, such as do-it-yourself homeowners and do-it-for-me customers; and professional renovators/remodelers, general contractors, homebuilders,…
Official website: https://www.homedepot.com.
HD — Investment Thesis
At a high level, HD offers exposure to Consumer Cyclical with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 4.8% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 25.06× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (21.69×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 2.6% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $348.51B.
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HD — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for The Home Depot, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 8.4% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $10.13B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 459.36 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 25.06× |
| Forward P/E | 21.69× |
| Price / Sales | 2.09× |
| Price / Book | 25.12× |
| Gross margin | 33.1% |
| Operating margin | 11.9% |
| Profit margin | 8.4% |
| Return on equity | 128.4% |
| Debt / Equity | 459.36 |
| Free cash flow | $10.13B |
HD — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) depends on demand trends in Home Improvement Retail and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 4.8% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings declined -4.3% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 18.1% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 20.9% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
HD — Competitive Position
The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Consumer Cyclical.
- Competes within Consumer Cyclical, specifically in Home Improvement Retail.
- Market capitalization of $348.51B places HD among mega-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 33.1% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
HD — Strengths
Strengths for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Return on equity near 128.4% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Positive free cash flow ($10.13B).
- Dividend yield of 2.6% for income-oriented holders.
- Mega Cap scale ($348.51B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
HD — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -4.3% year-over-year.
- Elevated debt-to-equity (459.36).
HD — Opportunities
- Trading 20.9% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Dividend yield of 2.6% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
HD — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 459.36) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
HD — Summary
The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is a mega-cap Consumer Cyclical company focused on Home Improvement Retail, listed on NYQ. Last price $349.52 with market cap $348.51B. Trailing P/E 25.06×. Revenue grew 4.8% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include return on equity near 128.4% — efficient use of shareholder capital. Key watch items include earnings decline of -4.3% year-over-year. Premium analytics for The Home Depot, Inc. — including estimates and institutional data — are available in Terminal.
The Home Depot, Inc. FAQ
What does The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) do?
The Home Depot, Inc. operates as a home improvement retailer in the United States and internationally. It sells various building materials, home improvement products, lawn and garden products, and décor products, as well as facilities maintenance, repair, and operations products…
What is HD's P/E ratio?
The Home Depot, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 25.06× based on publicly available market data.
Does HD pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 2.6%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is HD in?
The Home Depot, Inc. is classified in Consumer Cyclical (Home Improvement Retail) on NYQ.
What is HD's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $348.51B.
What are the main risks for HD?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of HD?
Potential positives include return on equity near 128.4% — efficient use of shareholder capital, positive free cash flow ($10.13b).
Where can I get analyst estimates for HD?
Consensus estimates, price targets, and detailed analyst data for The Home Depot, Inc. are available to Professional subscribers in Vest Terminal — not on this public summary page.