Summary
The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) reported a solid first quarter for fiscal year 2010, demonstrating a significant rebound from the previous year. Net sales increased by 4.3% to $16.9 billion, driven by a strong 4.8% increase in comparable store sales, the largest increase since late 2005. This growth was fueled by improved customer transactions and positive performance across most departments, with notable contributions from seasonal categories and lumber due to price inflation. Profitability saw a substantial improvement, with operating income rising 33.2% and diluted earnings per share (EPS) reaching $0.43, up from $0.30 in the prior year's comparable period. Excluding certain charges and the impact of exited businesses, adjusted EPS was $0.45. The company also strengthened its balance sheet, reducing its long-term debt-to-equity ratio and generating robust operating cash flow of $2.0 billion. These results indicate positive momentum and effective operational management in a challenging economic environment.
Financial Highlights
49 data points| Revenue | $16.86B |
| Cost of Revenue | $11.07B |
| Gross Profit | $5.79B |
| SG&A Expenses | $4.08B |
| Operating Expenses | $4.49B |
| Operating Income | $1.30B |
| Interest Expense | $142.00M |
| Net Income | $725.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.43 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.43 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.68B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.69B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales increased 4.3% to $16.9 billion, indicating a recovery in demand.
- 2Comparable store sales grew by 4.8%, marking the strongest increase in nearly five years.
- 3Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) rose to $0.43 from $0.30 year-over-year.
- 4Operating Income saw a significant increase of 33.2%, reflecting improved profitability.
- 5The company generated strong operating cash flow of $2.0 billion.
- 6Long-term debt-to-equity ratio improved significantly, indicating a healthier balance sheet.
- 7The company continued its share repurchase program, buying back $508 million in the quarter.