Is LOW a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 48.2/100. It is ranked #2,142 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 64/100, Momentum 43/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for LOW?

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 48.2 ranks it #2,142 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is LOW in?

LOWES COMPANIES INC operates in the Consumer Discretionary sector (Retail industry) with a market cap of $132.16 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does LOW pay a dividend?

Yes, LOW pays a dividend with a current yield of 1.97%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $19.70 in annual dividend income.

What is LOW's P/E ratio?

LOW has a trailing P/E ratio of 17.84x. The Consumer Discretionary sector average is 24.5x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is LOW?

LOW's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 33.9%. ROE: -61.8% vs sector average 6.2%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is LOW valued compared to peers?

LOW's value factor score is 64/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 17.8x, EV/EBITDA 12.9x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is LOW's debt level?

LOW's debt-to-equity ratio is -385%. Sector average: 89%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

LOW has a beta of 0.65, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 82/100.

Does LOW have high short interest?

LOW's short interest factor score is 13/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

LOW Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 48.2/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
LOW	-1.45%	+5.71%	-2.74%	+1.27%	+10.41%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLY	+0.13%	+4.38%	-1.35%	-5.46%	-39.92%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-1.38%	+2.11%	-3.08%	+1.63%	-19.12%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-1.58%	+1.33%	-1.39%	+6.73%	+50.33%	-	-	-

Metric	LOW	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	17.8x	-27%
EV/EBITDA	12.9x	+162%
Price / Book	-11.0x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
CASY CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC	57	50	68	67	42.2x	16.9%	24.0%	3.8%	0.3%	123.0x	$27.2B	VS
TGT TARGET CORP	53	50	70	56	16.2x	20.7%	28.4%	3.4%	-0.7%	89.0x	$54.5B	VS
APEI AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION INC	53	49	58	72	78.3x	4.6%	52.8%	2.1%	6.8%	32.0x	$1.1B	VS
LINC LINCOLN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CORP	52	50	48	75	116.7x	5.6%	59.2%	2.3%	37.4%	147.0x	$1.3B	VS
FIVE FIVE BELOW, INC	52	50	56	73	105.5x	5.4%	32.5%	3.1%	26.5%	125.0x	$13.0B	VS
IMKTA INGLES MARKETS INC	51	50	51	62	17.4x	6.2%	23.9%	1.9%	0.4%	57.0x	$1.7B	VS
PRDO PERDOCEO EDUCATION Corp	51	50	70	57	14.2x	16.7%	100.0%	20.4%	27.1%	28.0x	$2.4B	VS
MCRI MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC	51	50	66	47	16.7x	19.7%	24.5%	19.4%	11.5%	33.0x	$1.7B	VS
FCFS FirstCash Holdings, Inc.	49	50	29	66	34.7x	10.8%	50.2%	8.0%	26.6%	98.0x	$8.4B	VS
LOW LOWES COMPANIES INC	48	50	64	43	17.8x	-61.8%	33.9%	8.3%	-0.6%	-385.0x	$132.2B
ESCA ESCALADE INC	48	50	65	51	15.2x	9.0%	26.1%	6.2%	8.4%	11.0x	$249M	VS

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-7.6%	-	-	-	-	-	10.3%	3.9%	7.0%	5.7%	6.8%
ROE %	-73.3%	-67.1%	-48.9%	-51.3%	-45.2%	-175.3%	4.1%	2.2%	0.6%	0.6%	0.5%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	0.3%	26.8%	39.2%	44.1%	42.2%	49.1%	41.1%	24.3%	16.4%	23.4%	21.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

-7.6%

10.3%

3.9%

7.0%

5.7%

6.8%

ROE %

-73.3%

-67.1%

-48.9%

-51.3%

-45.2%

-175.3%

4.1%

2.2%

0.6%

0.5%

ROA %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROIC %

0.3%

26.8%

39.2%

44.1%

42.2%

49.1%

41.1%

24.3%

16.4%

23.4%

21.4%

Line Item	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
	$86.5B	$86.3B	$83.7B	$86.4B	$97.1B	$96.3B	$89.6B	$72.1B	$71.3B	$68.6B	$65.0B	$59.1B
	—	$57.4B	$55.8B	$57.5B	$64.8B	$64.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$29.3B	$28.9B	$27.9B	$28.8B	$32.3B	$32.1B	$29.6B	$22.9B	$22.9B	$22.4B	$22.5B	$20.6B
Gross Margin	33.9%	33.5%	33.3%	33.4%	33.2%	33.3%	33.0%	31.8%	32.1%	32.7%	33.3%	34.8%
	—	$16.8B	$15.7B	$15.6B	$20.3B	$18.3B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$1.9B	$1.7B	$1.7B	$1.8B	$1.7B	$1.6B	$1.4B	$1.6B	$1.5B	$1.6B	$1.6B
Total Operating Expenses	—	$18.7B	$17.4B	$17.3B	$22.1B	$20.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$10.9B	$10.2B	$10.5B	$11.6B	$10.2B	$12.1B	$9.6B	$6.3B	$4.0B	$6.6B	$5.8B	$5.0B
EBIT	$10.9B	$10.2B	$10.5B	$11.6B	$10.2B	$12.1B	$9.6B	$6.3B	$4.0B	$6.6B	$5.8B	$5.0B
EBITDA	$13.2B	$12.1B	$12.2B	$13.3B	$11.9B	$13.8B	$11.7B	$7.7B	$5.6B	$8.1B	$7.4B	$6.6B
Operating Margin	12.6%	11.8%	12.5%	13.4%	10.5%	12.6%	10.8%	8.8%	5.6%	9.6%	9.0%	8.4%
EBITDA Margin	15.2%	14.0%	14.6%	15.4%	12.3%	14.3%	13.1%	10.7%	7.9%	11.8%	11.4%	11.1%
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$1.9B	$691M	$624M	$1.1B	$645M	$552M
	—	$8.7B	$9.2B	$10.2B	$9.0B	$11.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$2.1B	$2.2B	$2.4B	$2.6B	$2.8B	$1.9B	$1.3B	$1.1B	$2.0B	$2.1B	$1.9B
	$7.3B	$6.7B	$7.0B	$7.7B	$6.4B	$8.4B	$5.8B	$4.3B	$2.3B	$3.4B	$3.1B	$2.5B
Net Margin	8.3%	7.7%	8.3%	8.9%	6.6%	8.8%	6.5%	5.9%	3.2%	5.0%	4.8%	4.3%
	$11.87	$11.87	$12.25	$13.23	$10.20	$12.07	$7.77	$5.49	$2.84	$4.09	$3.48	$2.73
Diluted EPS	$11.87	$11.85	$12.23	$13.20	$10.17	$12.04	$7.77	$5.49	$2.84	$4.09	$3.48	$2.73
Weighted Avg Basic	—	559M	567M	582M	629M	696M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	560M	568M	584M	631M	699M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

$86.5B

$86.3B

$83.7B

$86.4B

$97.1B

$96.3B

$89.6B

$72.1B

$71.3B

$68.6B

$65.0B

$59.1B

—

$57.4B

$55.8B

$57.5B

$64.8B

$64.2B

—

$29.3B

$28.9B

$27.9B

$28.8B

$32.3B

$32.1B

$29.6B

$22.9B

$22.4B

$22.5B

$20.6B

Gross Margin

33.9%

33.5%

33.3%

33.4%

33.2%

33.3%

33.0%

31.8%

32.1%

32.7%

33.3%

34.8%

—

$16.8B

$15.7B

$15.6B

$20.3B

$18.3B

—

Depreciation

—

$1.9B

$1.7B

$1.8B

$1.7B

$1.6B

$1.4B

$1.6B

$1.5B

$1.6B

Total Operating Expenses

—

$18.7B

$17.4B

$17.3B

$22.1B

$20.0B

—

$10.9B

$10.2B

$10.5B

$11.6B

$10.2B

$12.1B

$9.6B

$6.3B

$4.0B

$6.6B

$5.8B

$5.0B

EBIT

$10.9B

$10.2B

$10.5B

$11.6B

$10.2B

$12.1B

$9.6B

$6.3B

$4.0B

$6.6B

$5.8B

$5.0B

EBITDA

$13.2B

$12.1B

$12.2B

$13.3B

$11.9B

$13.8B

$11.7B

$7.7B

$5.6B

$8.1B

$7.4B

$6.6B

Operating Margin

12.6%

11.8%

12.5%

13.4%

10.5%

12.6%

10.8%

8.8%

5.6%

9.6%

9.0%

8.4%

EBITDA Margin

15.2%

14.0%

14.6%

15.4%

12.3%

14.3%

13.1%

10.7%

7.9%

11.8%

11.4%

11.1%

—

$1.9B

$691M

$624M

$1.1B

$645M

$552M

—

$8.7B

$9.2B

$10.2B

$9.0B

$11.2B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$2.1B

$2.2B

$2.4B

$2.6B

$2.8B

$1.9B

$1.3B

$1.1B

$2.0B

$2.1B

$1.9B

$7.3B

$6.7B

$7.0B

$7.7B

$6.4B

$8.4B

$5.8B

$4.3B

$2.3B

$3.4B

$3.1B

$2.5B

Net Margin

8.3%

7.7%

8.3%

8.9%

6.6%

8.8%

6.5%

5.9%

3.2%

5.0%

4.8%

4.3%

$11.87

$12.25

$13.23

$10.20

$12.07

$7.77

$5.49

$2.84

$4.09

$3.48

$2.73

Diluted EPS

$11.87

$11.85

$12.23

$13.20

$10.17

$12.04

$7.77

$5.49

$2.84

$4.09

$3.48

$2.73

Weighted Avg Basic

—

559M

567M

582M

629M

696M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

560M

568M

584M

631M

699M

—

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does LOWES COMPANIES INC Do?

Lowe's Companies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a home improvement retailer in the United States and internationally. The company offers a line of products for construction, maintenance, repair, remodeling, and decorating. It provides home improvement products, such as appliances, seasonal and outdoor living, lawn and garden, lumber, kitchens and bath, tools, paint, millwork, hardware, flooring, rough plumbing, building materials, décor, lighting, and electrical. It also offers installation services through independent contractors in various product categories; extended protection plans; and in-warranty and out-of-warranty repair services. The company sells its national brand-name merchandise and private brand products to homeowners, renters, and professional customers. As of January 28, 2022, it operated 1,971 home improvement and hardware stores. The company also sells its products through websites comprising Lowes.com and Lowesforpros.com; and through mobile applications. Lowe's Companies, Inc. was founded in 1921 and is based in Mooresville, North Carolina. LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Consumer Discretionary sector, specifically within the Retail industry. The company is led by CEO Marvin R. Ellison and employs approximately 340,000 people, headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina. With a market capitalization of $132.2B, LOW is one of the prominent companies in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, LOWES COMPANIES INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 48.2/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.LOW ranks #2,142 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, LOWES COMPANIES INC ranks #209 of 442 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Consumer Discretionary peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

LOW Stock Price and 52-Week Range

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) currently trades at $247.56. The stock lost $0.25 (0.1%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for LOW is $293.06, which means the stock is currently trading -15.5% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $206.38, putting the stock 20.0% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 0 shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is LOW Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) carries a value factor score of 64/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 17.84x, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 24.47x — a discount of 27%. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.50x, compared to 0.27x for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. On an enterprise value basis, LOW trades at 12.87x EV/EBITDA, versus 4.91x for the sector.

Overall, LOW's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

LOWES COMPANIES INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is -61.8%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 6.2%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 13.4% versus the sector average of 2.5%.

On a margin basis, LOWES COMPANIES INC reports gross margins of 33.9%, compared to 36.9% for the sector. The operating margin is 12.6% (sector: 3.8%). Net profit margin stands at 8.3%, versus 2.1% for the average Consumer Discretionary stock. Revenue growth is running at -0.6% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.3% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

LOW Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

LOWES COMPANIES INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of -385.0%, compared to the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 89.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 1.08x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $39.82B. Cash and equivalents stand at $621M.

LOW has a beta of 0.65, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for LOWES COMPANIES INC is 82/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

LOWES COMPANIES INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, LOWES COMPANIES INC reported revenue of $86.52B and earnings per share (EPS) of $11.87. Net income for the quarter was $7.27B. Gross margin was 33.9%. Operating income came in at $10.93B.

In FY 2026, LOWES COMPANIES INC reported revenue of $86.29B and earnings per share (EPS) of $11.87. Net income for the quarter was $6.65B. Gross margin was 33.5%. Revenue grew 3.1% year-over-year compared to FY 2025. Operating income came in at $10.15B.

In Q3 2026, LOWES COMPANIES INC reported revenue of $20.81B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.88. Net income for the quarter was $1.62B. Gross margin was 34.2%. Revenue grew -0.0% year-over-year compared to Q3 2025. Operating income came in at $2.48B.

In Q3 2025, LOWES COMPANIES INC reported revenue of $20.81B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.88. Net income for the quarter was $1.62B. Gross margin was 34.2%. Operating income came in at $2.48B.

Over the past 8 quarters, LOWES COMPANIES INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $83.67B to $86.52B. Investors analyzing LOW stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

LOW Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.0%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in LOW stock would generate approximately $$197.00 in annual dividend income. The net margin of 8.3% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

LOW Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) has a momentum factor score of 43/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 34/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 13/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

LOW vs Competitors — Consumer Discretionary Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Discretionary sector, LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) ranks #209 out of 442 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places LOW in the upper half of all Consumer Discretionary stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include MONARCH CASINO & RESORT INC (MCRI) with a score of 50.5/100, CASEYS GENERAL STORES INC (CASY) with a score of 57.3/100, INGLES MARKETS INC (IMKTA) with a score of 51.0/100, FIVE BELOW, INC (FIVE) with a score of 51.6/100, and TARGET CORP (TGT) with a score of 52.6/100.

Comparing LOW against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full LOW vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how LOWES COMPANIES INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

LOW Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy LOW? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for LOWES COMPANIES INC suggests caution. The value score of 64/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Low volatility (stability score 82/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, LOWES COMPANIES INC (LOW) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 48.2/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on LOW stock.

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