Home Depot CEO issues stern warning as consumers shift gears

Home Depot, one of the largest U.S. home improvement retailers, continues to face challenges as shoppers shift their discretionary spending habits in stores. In response, the retailer’s CEO has issued a stern warning about how shifting consumer sentiment and market pressures could impact the company’s future performance and sales. In the fourth quarter of 2025, Home Depot’s U.S. comparable sales increased by a minor 0.3% year over year, according to the company’s latest earnings report. Also, recent Pla ...