Home Depot Beats Q2 Earnings Projections with 5.7% Sales Growth
Home Depot reported strong second-quarter earnings on August 2, 2026. The company's net sales rose 5.7% to $47.86 billion, beating last year's Q2 total of $45.28 billion. Diluted earnings per share came in at $4.79, surpassing the prior-year quarter's $4.58.
The retail giant also saw growth on a six-month basis. Net sales for the first half of fiscal 2026 reached $91.63 billion, a 7.6% increase from last year's $85.13 billion. Diluted EPS for the half was $8.09, compared to $8.03 in the same period of fiscal 2025.
The results indicate that Home Depot is navigating the current retail environment successfully. The company's performance serves as a key indicator of consumer health and housing market trends, making these figures relevant for investors tracking the broader economy.