Home Depot to Highlight Same-Store Sales, Ticket Size and Margins in May 19 Q1 Report
HD•Home Depot will release Q1 2026 earnings before market open on May 19, with analysts focusing on same-store sales growth, average ticket size and gross margin to evaluate resilience. Lowe’s 2020 equity drawdown of 47% versus the S&P 500’s 34% highlights Home Depot’s lower volatility from its Pro-heavy customer base.
1. Q1 2026 Earnings Preview
Home Depot will report Q1 2026 earnings before market open on May 19. Analysts are focusing on same-store sales growth, average ticket size and gross margin to gauge demand resilience during softening housing activity.
2. Competitor Volatility Comparison
Historical shocks have hit Lowe’s harder than the broader market, with a 47% equity drawdown in 2020 versus a 34% S&P slump. Home Depot’s emphasis on professional contractors has yielded lower volatility and suggests greater stability in downturns.
