These two companies are leaders in their fields and have demonstrated an ability to withstand competitive forces.
As the final month in the second quarter gets underway, it's a good time to reassess one's investment portfolio to see where tweaks are needed.
Home Depot continues to be legendary at consistently rewarding shareholders. Winmark has traditionally returned almost all of its excess cash to its shareholders.
The home improvement industry is a large and growing opportunity, with Home Depot and Lowe's at the top.
Home Depot (HD) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
Home Depot underperformed the S&P 500 over the past three years. High interest rates and a soft housing market are throttling its sales.
Home Depot hasn't yet paid the dividend that it announced, but it already knows which investors are going to get it. Holding shares of dividend payers such as Home Depot and reinvesting dividends can unlock better returns over the long haul.
The S&P 500's return doesn't even come close to the monster gain of Home Depot. By successfully executing a strategy of opening new stores, sales were able to steadily rise.
Home Depot's revenue and profit are falling because of the weak housing market. Its acquisition of SRS Distribution should give it a valuable new revenue stream.
Home Depot and Lowe's expect weak full-year results. Macroeconomic indicators tell a similar story.
Home Depot remains a top pick for housing-focused investors. York Water might not have the highest dividend yield, but its allure is seen in other ways.
Home Depot's (HD) strategic efforts, including the "One Home Depot" investment plan, appear encouraging.