The Wheels of Commerce: What the Home Depot Earnings Report Says About the Housing Market A downturn in one sector can have far reaching effects throughout the economy, as the motorcycle industry knows well.
When consumers become cautious about large purchases, home improvement stores like Home Depot feel the pinch, as do their vendors.
Home Depot's upcoming earnings report on August 18 is closely watched for signs of how well the company is adapting to this environment. Despite a sluggish housing market, Home Depot delivered adjusted EPS of $3.