Lowe’s Companies (LOW) to Release Quarterly Earnings on Wednesday

Lowe’s Companies (NYSE:LOW) is expected to issue its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 19th. Analysts expect Lowe’s Companies to announce earnings of $4.24 per share and revenue of $26.2453 billion for the quarter. Lowe’s Companies has set its FY 2026 guidance at 12.250-12.750 EPS. Parties may review the information on the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning report page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET.

Lowe’s Companies (NYSE:LOW) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 20th. The home improvement retailer reported $3.03 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.97 by $0.06. The company had revenue of $23.08 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $22.98 billion. Lowe’s Companies had a net margin of 7.51% and a negative return on equity of 67.96%. The firm’s revenue was up 10.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $2.92 earnings per share. On average, analysts expect Lowe’s Companies to post $12 EPS for the current fiscal year and $13 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Lowe’s Companies Stock Performance

NYSE LOW opened at $220.74 on Wednesday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $215.49 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $235.81. The firm has a market capitalization of $123.77 billion, a P/E ratio of 18.66, a PEG ratio of 2.77 and a beta of 0.86. Lowe’s Companies has a fifty-two week low of $199.40 and a fifty-two week high of $293.06.

Lowe’s Companies Increases Dividend

The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 5th. Investors of record on Wednesday, July 22nd were issued a dividend of $1.25 per share. This represents a $5.00 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.3%. This is a positive change from Lowe’s Companies’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.20. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, July 22nd. Lowe’s Companies’s dividend payout ratio is 42.27%.

Key Headlines Impacting Lowe’s Companies

Here are the key news stories impacting Lowe’s Companies this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo remains bullish despite a lower target. The firm reduced its price target from $255 to $245 but maintained an “overweight” rating, implying approximately 11% upside from the referenced $220.74 level. The target cut signals more cautious expectations, while the continued bullish rating provides support for LOW. Benzinga analyst note
• Positive Sentiment: Lowe’s announced $20 million in community investments. The company will provide $10 million in grants for 100 large-scale nonprofit and community renovation projects and another $10 million for more than 2,000 associate-led projects. The spending fulfills part of Lowe’s $100 million “big dream” renovation commitment and could strengthen brand reputation and local customer relationships, although the direct earnings impact is likely limited. Lowe’s community investment announcement
• Neutral Sentiment: A former Lowe’s executive is joining Target as its first chief AI officer. Chandhu Nair will leave Lowe’s for Target on August 24. The move highlights the competitive importance of artificial intelligence and digital customer experience, but there is no reported change to Lowe’s strategy or financial outlook. Target names first chief AI officer
• Negative Sentiment: Analysts see Home Depot benefiting more from professional demand than Lowe’s in the second quarter. Bank of America’s view suggests Lowe’s may be comparatively disadvantaged because of its lower exposure to professional contractors, an important customer group during a challenging macroeconomic environment. Home Depot professional demand analysis
• Negative Sentiment: Recent trading and options activity point to elevated uncertainty. LOW declined more than the broader market in the prior session, while implied volatility in its options increased. The stock also remains below its 200-day moving average, suggesting continued investor caution even as some analysts view Lowe’s as a potentially attractive alternative to Home Depot.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Several research analysts recently weighed in on the company. Weiss Ratings cut Lowe’s Companies from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “hold (c)” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 4th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered their price objective on Lowe’s Companies from $279.00 to $252.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, July 31st. Craig Hallum raised shares of Lowe’s Companies to a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, May 12th. Sanford C. Bernstein cut their target price on shares of Lowe’s Companies from $303.00 to $281.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Thursday, May 14th. Finally, William Blair started coverage on shares of Lowe’s Companies in a research note on Tuesday, May 12th. They issued an “overweight” rating for the company. Twenty-three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eleven have given a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat, Lowe’s Companies has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $263.33.

Insider Buying and Selling at Lowe’s Companies

In other Lowe’s Companies news, EVP Juliette Williams Pryor sold 9,330 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, June 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $224.81, for a total value of $2,097,477.30. Following the sale, the executive vice president directly owned 16,142 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,628,883.02. This trade represents a 36.63% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Margrethe R. Vagell sold 2,500 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, June 18th. The shares were sold at an average price of $223.83, for a total value of $559,575.00. Following the completion of the sale, the executive vice president owned 20,220 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $4,525,842.60. This trade represents a 11.00% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Over the last three months, insiders have sold 25,980 shares of company stock valued at $5,796,937. Company insiders own 0.29% of the company’s stock.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Lowe’s Companies

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Swiss RE Ltd. acquired a new stake in shares of Lowe’s Companies in the fourth quarter valued at about $25,000. Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC purchased a new position in Lowe’s Companies in the 4th quarter valued at about $27,000. Triumph Capital Management acquired a new stake in Lowe’s Companies in the 3rd quarter worth about $34,000. Garton & Associates Financial Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Lowe’s Companies during the 4th quarter worth approximately $49,000. Finally, Osterweis Capital Management Inc. raised its holdings in shares of Lowe’s Companies by 4,620.0% during the second quarter. Osterweis Capital Management Inc. now owns 236 shares of the home improvement retailer’s stock valued at $52,000 after acquiring an additional 231 shares during the last quarter. 74.06% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

About Lowe’s Companies

Lowe’s Companies, Inc is a leading home improvement retailer that operates large-format stores and digital channels serving both do-it-yourself homeowners and professional contractors. The company offers a broad assortment of products including building materials, lumber, appliances, tools and hardware, plumbing and electrical supplies, paint, flooring, kitchen and bath fixtures, outdoor and garden products, and home decor. Lowe’s also provides a range of services such as installation, home improvement financing, tool and equipment rental, and contractor-focused sales programs.

Operations are centered on a nationwide brick-and-mortar store network supported by distribution centers and an e-commerce platform that enables online ordering, delivery and in-store pickup.