Lowe’s Tops Q2 Estimates And Lifts Full-Year Sales Outlook

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and raised its full-year revenue outlook.

For the quarter ended August 1, 2025, the home improvement retailer posted adjusted diluted EPS of $4.33, beating analyst expectations of $4.24. The result excluded $43 million in pre-tax expenses related to the Artisan Design Group acquisition and represented a 5.6% year-over-year increase.

Revenue came in at $24.0 billion, in line with estimates of $23.96 billion and up from $23.6 billion a year earlier. Comparable sales rose 1.1% despite challenging weather early in the quarter.

“This quarter, the company delivered positive comp sales driven by solid performance in both Pro and DIY,” said Chairman, President and CEO Marvin Ellison. “Despite challenging weather early in the quarter, our teams drove both sales growth and improved profitability.”

Lowe’s raised its full-year 2025 revenue guidance to $84.5–$85.5 billion from the prior $83.5–$84.5 billion, above consensus of $84.4 billion. Adjusted diluted EPS is expected in the range of $12.20 to $12.45, compared with estimates of $12.22.