Home Depot Q4 Comparable Sales -3.5%; Comparable Sales US -4.0%
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Home Depot reported a Q4 comparable sales decrease of 3.5%, with a more significant drop in the US at 4.0%.

February 20, 2024 | 11:02 am
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Home Depot's Q4 earnings report showed a decline in comparable sales by 3.5%, with US comparable sales down by 4%.
The reported decline in comparable sales, especially a more significant drop in the US, could lead to negative investor sentiment in the short term. This is because comparable sales are a key indicator of a retailer's health, and a decline often signals reduced consumer spending at Home Depot's stores. Given the importance of the US market to Home Depot, the 4% drop there is particularly concerning and could lead to a decrease in stock price as investors adjust their expectations for future growth.
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