Home Depot's Q4 Performance: Revenue And EPS Beat, Dividend Hike And More
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Home Depot Inc (NYSE:HD) reported a Q4 FY23 sales decline of 2.9% year-on-year to $34.79 billion, surpassing analyst estimates. EPS was $2.82, beating the consensus of $2.77. Despite these beats, the stock price declined. The company saw a decrease in customer transactions and comparable sales. Operating income fell 12.8% to $4.1 billion, with operating expenses up 2.7%. Home Depot announced a 7.7% dividend increase to $2.25 per share. For 2024, it forecasts a 1% sales growth and EPS growth, slightly below consensus estimates. Analysts have a positive outlook, with an average 12-month price target of $374.0.

February 20, 2024 | 12:35 pm
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Home Depot reported higher-than-expected Q4 FY23 sales and EPS, announced a dividend increase, but expects modest growth in 2024. Analysts remain positive on the stock.
Despite the short-term stock price decline, the earnings and sales beat, coupled with a dividend increase, signal strong fundamentals. The positive analyst outlook and price target adjustments suggest potential for stock appreciation. However, the cautious 2024 outlook tempers expectations.
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