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Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) is a Fortune 50 home improvement retailer providing essential products and services to DIY homeowners and professional contractors. This page serves as a comprehensive resource for investors and industry professionals tracking the company's latest developments.
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Key focus areas include Lowe's omnichannel growth strategies, technology investments, and responses to evolving home improvement trends. Regular updates ensure stakeholders stay informed about capital allocation decisions, store network optimizations, and innovations in customer experience.
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Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) will hold its Second Quarter 2021 Earnings Conference Call on August 18, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The call will provide insights into the company's performance and future outlook, with supplemental materials available prior to the start. Lowe's serves approximately 20 million customers weekly and reported nearly $90 billion in sales in fiscal year 2020. The conference call can be accessed via the Investor Relations website.
Lowe's has announced the selection of 100 community impact projects out of over 2,200 submissions as part of its 100 Hometowns initiative, celebrating its centennial. The projects span 36 states and include various types, such as community centers and shelters, aiming to help thousands of families. Notable participants include NFL stars and partnerships with local organizations. The initiative highlights Lowe's commitment to improving communities and will be ongoing, with all projects expected to be completed by year-end.
Lowe's has announced the return of the nationwide pitch program, Making It… With Lowe's, hosted by Daymond John from Shark Tank. This initiative supports diverse entrepreneurs by allowing them to sell products on Lowes.com and in stores. The program aims to assist minority-owned businesses recovering from pandemic challenges, following last year's success with over 1,300 submissions. Applicants will be evaluated until July 30, with winners receiving mentorship and product exposure. Lowe's continues its commitment to supporting small businesses and enhancing supplier diversity.
Lowe's Companies (NYSE: LOW) announced that David M. Denton, CFO, will join a virtual fireside chat hosted by Evercore ISI on July 15, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The conversation will be accessible on Lowe's Investor Relations website, where an archived version will be available for one year after the event. Lowe's serves around 20 million customers weekly across the U.S. and Canada, achieving nearly $90 billion in sales in fiscal 2020. The company operates over 2,200 stores and employs more than 300,000 associates.
Lowe's Companies (NYSE: LOW) announced today that CFO David M. Denton will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Oppenheimer 21st Annual Consumer Growth and E-commerce Conference on June 16, 2021, at 9:05 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the audio webcast through Lowe's Investor Relations page. The company serves around 20 million customers weekly and reported nearly $90 billion in sales for the fiscal year 2020. Lowe's operates over 2,200 stores in the U.S. and Canada, employing more than 300,000 associates.
Lowe's Companies, a leading home improvement retailer, will have CEO Marvin R. Ellison and CFO David M. Denton join a virtual fireside chat at the Baird Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference. The event is scheduled for June 9, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Interested parties can access the audio webcast through Lowe's Investor Relations website. The company serves around 20 million customers weekly and reported nearly $90 billion in fiscal year 2020 sales, operating over 2,200 stores across the U.S. and Canada.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) has appointed Marvin R. Ellison as chairman of the board, effective June 1, 2021. He expands his current role as president and CEO, succeeding Richard W. Dreiling, who transitions to lead independent director. Ellison has led Lowe's transformation into a robust omnichannel retailer over the past three years. Under his leadership, Lowe's navigated the pandemic effectively, and the board expresses confidence in the company’s trajectory. With fiscal year 2020 sales near $90 billion, Lowe's remains a significant player in the home improvement sector.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. held its 2021 Annual Meeting on May 28, discussing its performance during 2020 and initiatives like the Total Home strategy aimed at enhancing customer engagement. The company announced a 33% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to 80 cents per share. Shareholders elected board members and approved executive compensation for fiscal 2020. Despite challenges, Lowe's reported strong performance with $89.6 billion in sales for 2020 and remains committed to community support.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) announced a 33% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.80 per share, payable on August 4, 2021, to shareholders of record by July 21, 2021. This decision reflects the board's confidence in the company's ongoing business momentum and strong cash flow generation. Lowe's has consistently paid dividends quarterly since going public in 1961, with over 25 consecutive years of increases. For fiscal year 2020, Lowe's reported sales of $89.6 billion.
Lowe's Companies reported a strong first quarter of 2021, achieving net earnings of $2.3 billion and diluted EPS of $3.21, up from $1.3 billion and $1.76 in Q1 2020. Sales reached $24.4 billion, indicating a 25.9% increase in comparable sales, with a notable 24.4% growth in U.S. home improvement. The company repurchased 16.8 million shares for $3.1 billion and paid $440 million in dividends. Due to better-than-expected results, Lowe's anticipates further market share gains and a 12% operating margin for the fiscal year.
