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LOW

Lowe's Companies, Inc.

Consumer DiscretionaryHome Improvement Retail$122.4B

May20Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:00 AM EDT

Lowe's Beats on EPS, Stock Up 1.23%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$3.03	$2.96	+2.40%
Revenue	—	$22.8B	—

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Lowe's Beats on EPS, Stock Up 1.23%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$3.03	$2.96	+2.40%
Revenue	—	$22.8B	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Lowe's reported better-than-expected earnings per share, which contributed to a positive stock reaction, with shares rising 1.23%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall sales performance. Investors may view the EPS beat as a sign of operational strength, but the lack of revenue data could raise questions about growth prospects.

Company Snapshot

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

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$2.96

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for home improvement products, which can be influenced by consumer spending trends.

$22.8B

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

Original Pre-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, repair, and maintenance, 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 the last quarter, Lowe's reported an EPS of $1.98, slightly beating estimates. However, the stock fell 5.59% the following day, indicating market caution despite the positive earnings surprise.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Lowe's to report solid earnings this quarter, driven by strong consumer demand in the home improvement sector. However, there are concerns about potential economic headwinds affecting consumer spending.

Bull Case

If Lowe's beats earnings expectations, it could signal robust demand and effective cost management, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates or provides weak guidance, it may indicate declining consumer confidence or increased competition, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$2.96

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$22.8B

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for home improvement products, which can be influenced by consumer spending trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Lowe's report an EPS above the consensus estimate of $2.96?

A beat on EPS would indicate strong profitability and could boost investor confidence.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be crucial for assessing the company's outlook amidst potential economic challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Lowe's ability to capitalize on ongoing home improvement trends, especially if consumer spending remains resilient.

Supporting Evidence

Lowe's has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, suggesting strong operational execution.

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

Recent trends in home improvement spending have shown resilience, which could benefit Lowe's.

Key Risk

If Lowe's reports revenue below $21.5B, it could undermine the positive outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating Lowe's ability to maintain profitability and revenue growth in a potentially slowing economy.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $3.00 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong earnings performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.83 would support the bear case, suggesting weaker-than-expected performance.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.83%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.8% while LOW has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

32.9%

Calls (258K)P/C Ratio: 1.08Puts (260K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 21 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Discretionary in the last 2 years. 14 of 21 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 6.4%, with a raw directional average of -3.0% (modestly negative historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Lowe's beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.5% on the following day, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results come in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors weigh future guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of around 1.08%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on consumer spending trends in the home improvement sector.
2Updates on inventory levels and supply chain management.
3Insights into competitive pressures in the home improvement market.
4Details on any new product launches or service offerings.
5Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting future sales.

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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

EPS

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$2.96

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for home improvement products, which can be influenced by consumer spending trends.

$22.8B

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

Original Pre-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 the last quarter, Lowe's reported an EPS of $1.98, slightly beating estimates. However, the stock fell 5.59% the following day, indicating market caution despite the positive earnings surprise.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Lowe's beats earnings expectations, it could signal robust demand and effective cost management, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses estimates or provides weak guidance, it may indicate declining consumer confidence or increased competition, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$2.96

Earnings per share is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$22.8B

Total revenue reflects the company's sales performance and demand for home improvement products, which can be influenced by consumer spending trends.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Lowe's report an EPS above the consensus estimate of $2.96?

A beat on EPS would indicate strong profitability and could boost investor confidence.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be crucial for assessing the company's outlook amidst potential economic challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Lowe's ability to capitalize on ongoing home improvement trends, especially if consumer spending remains resilient.

Supporting Evidence

Lowe's has consistently beaten EPS estimates in the past, suggesting strong operational execution.

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

Recent trends in home improvement spending have shown resilience, which could benefit Lowe's.

Key Risk

If Lowe's reports revenue below $21.5B, it could undermine the positive outlook.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating Lowe's ability to maintain profitability and revenue growth in a potentially slowing economy.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $3.00 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong earnings performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $2.83 would support the bear case, suggesting weaker-than-expected performance.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±5.83%

Historical Avg

±2.6%

Pricing rich

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

Options are pricing ±5.8% while LOW has averaged ±2.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

32.9%

Calls (258K)P/C Ratio: 1.08Puts (260K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Discretionary

n=30

Fade rate: 7 of 21 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Lowe's beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.5% on the following day, confirming strong demand.

In-Line / Cautious

If results come in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors weigh future guidance.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of around 1.08%, reflecting investor disappointment.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on consumer spending trends in the home improvement sector.
2Updates on inventory levels and supply chain management.
3Insights into competitive pressures in the home improvement market.
4Details on any new product launches or service offerings.
5Management's outlook on economic conditions affecting future sales.