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Summary
Lowe’s reported quarterly sales that beat expectations, but lowered its full-year profit forecast due to economic uncertainty and consumer hesitancy. Despite this, the company’s shares rose as the current quarter started positively.
Key Points
- Quarterly Performance: Adjusted EPS of $3.06 beat estimates of $2.97. Revenue of $20.81 billion was nearly in line with expectations.
- Full-Year Outlook: Lowered adjusted EPS forecast to approximately $12.25 (from a prior range of $12.20-$12.45). Total sales outlook raised to $86 billion due to an acquisition, but comparable sales are now expected to be flat.
- Economic Context: The company cited economic uncertainty, a tough housing market, and higher borrowing costs as challenges. Consumers are hesitant about larger purchases.
- Stock & Positive Signs: Shares rose over 5%. The company reported positive comparable sales and sees strength in professional contractor sales and appliances.
- Industry & Rival: Rival Home Depot also recently lowered its profit forecast, highlighting sector-wide pressures.
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总结
劳氏公司季度销售额超出预期，但由于经济不确定性和消费者犹豫情绪，下调了全年利润预期。尽管如此，因本季度开局良好，公司股价出现上涨。
关键点
- 季度业绩：调整后每股收益为3.06美元，高于预期的2.97美元。营收208.1亿美元，基本符合预期。
- 全年展望：将调整后每股收益预期下调至约12.25美元（此前预期区间为12.20-12.45美元）。因近期收购，总销售额预期提高至860亿美元，但同店销售额现在预计将与去年持平。
- 经济背景：公司指出经济不确定性、严峻的房地产市场以及更高的借贷成本是面临的挑战。消费者对大宗购买持犹豫态度。
- 股价与积极迹象：股价上涨超5%。公司报告了正同店销售额，并在专业承包商销售和家电领域看到增长势头。
- 行业与竞争对手：竞争对手家得宝近日也下调了利润预期，凸显了整个行业面临的压力。
Original Article Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/11/19/lowes-low-q3-2025-earnings-.html