Home Depot Sees Record Sales Growth Amid Institutional Investment Surge
Alta Advisers Ltd has acquired 3,881 shares of The Home Depot's stock in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. This represents a new stake for the institutional investor, valued at approximately $1,369,000.
The acquisition is part of a trend of increased investment in Home Depot by various institutions. In the second quarter, Parvin Asset Management LLC grew its position in the company's stock by 110% during the third quarter, now owning 63 shares worth $26,000.
Home Depot has reported fiscal second-quarter sales of $47.86 billion, a 5.7% increase year-over-year. The company also exceeded analysts' consensus earnings per share estimates, with adjusted earnings of $4.92 per share.