Smaller Projects Drive Home Depot Sales Growth Over Summer

Home Depot saw an increase in sales over the summer due to customers focusing on smaller projects.

The company's sales were boosted by homeowners who opted for DIY home improvement projects instead of bigger renovations.

'This is not a big surprise,' said a Home Depot spokesperson. 'We've seen people focus on smaller projects like painting, gardening and minor repairs.'

Homeowners may have chosen to tackle these tasks due to economic uncertainty and a desire to save money, the company suggested.