Equity Profile

LOW

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

Consumer DiscretionaryHome Improvement Retail$118.2B

Aug19Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a leading home improvement retailer in the consumer discretionary sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge Lowe's financial health this quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract customers and expand its market share, which is vital in the competitive home improvement industry.

N/A

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LOW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a leading home improvement retailer in the consumer discretionary sector. It provides a wide range of products and services for home improvement, including building materials, appliances, and garden supplies, making it a key player in the ongoing trends of home renovation and DIY projects.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.72%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.70%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Lowe's reported an EPS of $3.03, beating expectations by 2.40%. The stock saw a modest increase of 1.23% the following day, reflecting investor confidence.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall expectations for Lowe's upcoming earnings are mixed, with investors keen to see if the company can maintain its growth trajectory amidst economic uncertainties.

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on continued strong demand for home improvement products, driven by ongoing home renovation trends and favorable consumer spending.

Bear Case

Conversely, the pessimistic outlook suggests that rising interest rates and inflation could dampen consumer spending, negatively impacting Lowe's sales and profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the same-store sales growth this quarter?

This metric is critical as it reflects the health of existing stores and consumer demand, which could significantly influence stock performance.

How is Lowe's managing costs in light of inflation?

Cost management will be crucial for maintaining profitability, especially if sales growth slows due to economic pressures.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Lowe's ability to sustain growth despite economic headwinds, as the ongoing home improvement trend remains strong.

Supporting Evidence

Lowe's has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations.

Recent consumer surveys indicate continued interest in home improvement projects.

Key Risk

If same-store sales growth falls below 3%, it could challenge the bullish narrative.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around consumer spending trends and cost management in a challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Same-store sales growth of +5% or better would confirm strong consumer demand.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in same-store sales or significant cost increases would signal trouble for profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.72%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±4.7% while LOW has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

29.2%

Calls (412K)P/C Ratio: 0.83Puts (432K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Lowe's beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.57%, confirming strong demand and effective cost management.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report could lead to a muted response, as investors weigh management's commentary on future growth.

Miss

A miss could result in a decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of around 0.70% following earnings beats.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

Senate only

Est. Notional

$50,001.00–$100,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-COJohn W HickenlooperSen.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on same-store sales growth and consumer demand trends.
2Insights into cost management strategies in response to inflation.
3Management's outlook on the home improvement market for the remainder of the year.
4Details on inventory levels and supply chain management.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures and market share.

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Company Snapshot

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a leading home improvement retailer in the consumer discretionary sector....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of profitability and will help gauge Lowe's financial health this quarter.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to attract customers and expand its market share, which is vital in the competitive home improvement industry.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

LOW Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.72%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.70%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Lowe's reported an EPS of $3.03, beating expectations by 2.40%. The stock saw a modest increase of 1.23% the following day, reflecting investor confidence.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall expectations for Lowe's upcoming earnings are mixed, with investors keen to see if the company can maintain its growth trajectory amidst economic uncertainties.

Bull Case

The optimistic view hinges on continued strong demand for home improvement products, driven by ongoing home renovation trends and favorable consumer spending.

Bear Case

Conversely, the pessimistic outlook suggests that rising interest rates and inflation could dampen consumer spending, negatively impacting Lowe's sales and profitability.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the same-store sales growth this quarter?

This metric is critical as it reflects the health of existing stores and consumer demand, which could significantly influence stock performance.

How is Lowe's managing costs in light of inflation?

Cost management will be crucial for maintaining profitability, especially if sales growth slows due to economic pressures.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Lowe's ability to sustain growth despite economic headwinds, as the ongoing home improvement trend remains strong.

Supporting Evidence

Lowe's has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, suggesting heightened expectations.

Recent consumer surveys indicate continued interest in home improvement projects.

Key Risk

If same-store sales growth falls below 3%, it could challenge the bullish narrative.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core debate this quarter revolves around consumer spending trends and cost management in a challenging economic environment.

Bull Confirmed If

Same-store sales growth of +5% or better would confirm strong consumer demand.

Bear Confirmed If

A decline in same-store sales or significant cost increases would signal trouble for profitability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±4.72%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±4.7% while LOW has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

29.2%

Calls (412K)P/C Ratio: 0.83Puts (432K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Lowe's beats expectations, history suggests a potential stock increase of around 2.57%, confirming strong demand and effective cost management.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report could lead to a muted response, as investors weigh management's commentary on future growth.

Miss

A miss could result in a decline, with historical data suggesting an average drop of around 0.70% following earnings beats.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

Senate only

Est. Notional

$50,001.00–$100,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-COJohn W HickenlooperSen.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on same-store sales growth and consumer demand trends.
2Insights into cost management strategies in response to inflation.
3Management's outlook on the home improvement market for the remainder of the year.
4Details on inventory levels and supply chain management.
5Any commentary on competitive pressures and market share.