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Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW) Stock

Lowe's Companies Inc Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Lowe's Companies Inc (LOW), a prominent company in the consumer cyclical sector within the home improvement retail industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $248.84. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $203.22 and $273.63. This places the current price at 90.9% of its 52-week high and 22.4% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 2,904,344. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US5486611073.

52-Week Range

$273.63 - $203.22

-9.06% from high · +22.45% from low

Avg Daily Volume

2,904,344

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.37

Near market average

Forward P/E

18.66

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.67

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

321.82

EV/EBITDA

14.59

EPS (TTM)

$12.18

Price to Sales

1.65

Beta

0.96

Less volatile than market

How is LOW valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Lowe's Companies Inc trades at a P/E ratio of 20.37, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 18.66 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.67 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is LOW's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.96, Lowe's Companies Inc is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 321.82 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

8.05%

Operating Margin

11.90%

EBITDA

$12.42B

Return on Equity

0.00%

Return on Assets

13.20%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

3.20%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-3.70%

How profitable and efficient is LOW's business model?
Lowe's Companies Inc achieves a profit margin of 8.05%, meaning it retains $8.05 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 11.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes.0
What are LOW's recent growth trends?
Lowe's Companies Inc's revenue grew by 3.20% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 3.70% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$4.70

Dividend Yield

1.91%

Ex-Dividend Date

Jan 21, 2026

Dividend Date

Feb 4, 2026

What dividend income can investors expect from LOW?
Lowe's Companies Inc offers a dividend yield of 1.91%, paying $4.70 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Jan 21, 2026.
How reliable is LOW's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Lowe's Companies Inc pays $4.70 per share in dividends against earnings of $12.18 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 38.59%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Feb 4, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$139.2B

Revenue (TTM)

$84.25B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$150.39

Shares Outstanding

560.95M

Book Value/Share

-$18.51

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is LOW's market capitalization and position?
Lowe's Companies Inc has a market capitalization of $139.2B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 560.95M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does LOW's price compare to its book value?
Lowe's Companies Inc's book value per share is -$18.51, while the current stock price is $248.84, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of -13.44. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$272.97

9.70% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

18

Hold

13

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for LOW?
35 analysts cover LOW with 60% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $272.97 implies 9.7% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on LOW?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 18 Buy, 13 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Dec 13, 2025, 08:35 AM

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