Home Depot affirmed its full-year growth outlook for adjusted earnings per share to decline approximately 2%, for total sales to increase by about 2.8% and for comparable-sales growth of about 1%. Home Depot expects to open approximately 13 new stores during the year, in line with its prior guidance.

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“As the largest improvement player, Home Depot is getting the lion’s share of this growth and remains the number one destination for consumers due to strong customer service, a comprehensive range, a...