Dec. 16, 2025 •
Texas Permanent School Fund Corp significantly reduced its stake in The Home Depot (NYSE:HD) by 31.2% in the second quarter, selling 35,062 shares. This leaves them with 77,429 shares valued at approximately $28.39 million, making HD their 29th largest holding. The article also notes recent insider selling by Home Depot executives and highlights the company's Q3 earnings report, which missed consensus estimates, and its announced quarterly dividend of $2.30 per share.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
Nomura Holdings Inc. significantly reduced its stake in Stryker Corporation by 50.5% in the second quarter, selling 7,758 shares and leaving them with 7,600 shares valued at approximately $3.01 million. This comes amidst substantial insider selling, with over half a million shares sold for $185.38 million in the past 90 days. Despite these sales, Stryker's fundamentals appear strong, having beaten EPS estimates, providing robust 2025 guidance, and increasing its quarterly dividend.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
Capital Asset Advisory Services LLC increased its stake in The Home Depot, Inc. by 19.5% during the third quarter, acquiring an additional 3,853 shares and bringing its total holdings to 23,604 shares valued at approximately $9.56 million. Despite recent price target cuts from some Wall Street firms, the consensus rating for Home Depot remains a "Moderate Buy" with an average target price of $401.17. The company recently reported Q3 EPS of $3.74, missing estimates, but saw revenue increase by 2.8% to $41.35 billion and declared a $2.30 quarterly dividend.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
Corient Private Wealth LLC reduced its stake in The Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE:HD) by 2.2% in the second quarter, selling 27,919 shares. The firm now holds 1,215,783 shares, making Home Depot its 25th largest holding. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in Home Depot, while the company recently announced a quarterly dividend of $2.30 per share.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
SonicShares Global Shipping ETF (BOAT) shares rose by 0.5% during Monday's trading, finishing at $32.56. The ETF has a market capitalization of $43.96 million and institutional investor JPMorgan Chase & Co. recently increased its stake by 111.7%. The ETF, launched in August 2021, tracks the Solactive Global Shipping index.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) shares saw modest gains in after-hours trading on December 15, 2025, driven by the FDA awarding a national priority voucher for its multiple myeloma drug, teclistamab. The voucher, part of a pilot program to accelerate reviews for national health priorities, highlights strong clinical data from the MajesTEC-3 study. Despite this positive catalyst, litigation related to talc verdicts remains an ongoing concern for the company, and investors are advised to watch for Tuesday's macro economic data releases.
Dec. 16, 2025 •
Home Depot (NYSE:HD) EVP Angie Brown sold 1,946 shares of the company's stock on December 12th, valued at approximately $695,948. This transaction reduced her direct ownership by 33.06% to 3,941 shares. The sale follows Home Depot's Q3 earnings report, which missed analyst estimates, though the company also declared a quarterly dividend of $2.30.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
An insider at Home Depot (NYSE: HD) recently sold shares valued at $695,948, according to a recent SEC filing. The article, published on December 15, 2025, also includes various analyst rating adjustments for the company from several firms on December 10, 2025. Home Depot is described as the world's leading retail distributor of residential remodeling products.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
Jim Cramer recently discussed 21 stocks, including Builders FirstSource, Inc. (NYSE:BLDR). He expressed a preference for Home Depot and Lowe's over Builders FirstSource due to market conditions, despite acknowledging Builders FirstSource's potential. Cramer also indicated that Builders FirstSource's performance could signal a positive shift in the housing market, suggesting mortgage rates might fall.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
The Toro Company has reintroduced its Dingo TX 450 and TX 550 compact utility loaders with updated designs. These loaders are designed for rental customers and contractors, offering a balance of performance, simplicity, and value for tasks like digging, hauling, and grading. Key features include compact size, minimal turf impact, durability, easy operation with a single-hand joystick, and versatility with over 35 attachments.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
Instacart (Maplebear Inc.) recently expanded its services by integrating with ChatGPT for AI-driven shopping and partnering with The Home Depot Canada for same-day delivery, aiming to deepen its role in everyday and home improvement purchasing. While these moves reinforce Instacart's growth thesis beyond groceries and into higher-margin services, they also highlight the increasing competition and the potential for shifts in retailer partnerships. The company's future narrative projects significant revenue and earnings growth, leading to a fair value of $50.62 per share.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
Home Depot (NYSE: HD) shares are trading lower on investor concerns over a cautious fiscal 2026 outlook, a sluggish housing market, and tough year-over-year comparisons due to fewer storms in Q4. Despite these headwinds, analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with price targets in the $400-$406 range, reflecting potential upside. The company is also focusing on its "Win the Pro" strategy, M&A, and AI investments to drive future growth beyond a volatile housing market.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
Brad Jacobs is stepping down from his chairman roles at XPO and GXO Logistics to fully concentrate on QXO and Jacobs Private Equity, effective December 31. QXO aims to become a $50 billion revenue leader in building products distribution through acquisitions and organic growth, following its significant acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply and amid increased M&A activity in the sector. Jacobs will continue as a senior advisor to XPO until mid-2026.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
The Home Depot is facing a challenging Q4 of fiscal 2025 due to intensified year-over-year weather comparisons. The absence of storm activity, which historically boosts demand for repair materials, has negatively impacted performance, leading to a projected decline in comparable sales. Other retailers like Floor & Decor and Lowe's are also experiencing similar structural headwinds.
Dec. 15, 2025 •
Home Depot faces a challenging fiscal Q4 2025 due to an absence of storm-driven demand compared to the prior year, impacting sales in storm-sensitive categories. Management anticipates slightly positive comparable sales for fiscal 2025, a reduction from earlier forecasts. Competitors Floor & Decor and Lowe's are experiencing similar structural headwinds, reflecting broader industry struggles with uncertain demand and consumer anxiety.