Home Depot (NYSE:HD) Shares Unloaded by Rep. Kevin Hern

Representative Kevin Hern (Republican-Oklahoma) recently sold shares of The Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE:HD). In a filing disclosed on September 25th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $15,001 and $50,000 in Home Depot stock on September 2nd. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “HERN FAMILY REVOCABLE TRUST” account.

Representative Kevin Hern also recently made the following trade(s):

• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of CenterPoint Energy (NYSE:CNP) on 9/15/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) on 9/15/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of STERIS (NYSE:STE) on 9/15/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Seagate Technology (NASDAQ:STX) on 9/15/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of NextEra Energy (NYSE:NEE) on 9/14/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE:MRSH) on 9/14/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) on 9/14/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Home Depot (NYSE:HD) on 9/14/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Home Depot (NYSE:HD) on 9/14/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Emerson Electric (NYSE:EMR) on 9/14/2026.

Home Depot Stock Performance

HD traded down $0.39 on Tuesday, reaching $289.50. The stock had a trading volume of 2,466,295 shares, compared to its average volume of 4,380,205. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $326.05 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $328.27. The company has a market cap of $288.83 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.22, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 3.23 and a beta of 0.95. The Home Depot, Inc. has a 12-month low of $287.34 and a 12-month high of $407.00. The company has a current ratio of 1.08, a quick ratio of 0.31 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.64.

Home Depot (NYSE:HD) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, August 18th. The home improvement retailer reported $4.92 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $4.73 by $0.19. The firm had revenue of $47.86 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $47.24 billion. Home Depot had a return on equity of 106.42% and a net margin of 8.41%.The company’s quarterly revenue was up 5.7% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm earned $4.68 EPS. Home Depot has set its FY 2026 guidance at 14.690-15.278 EPS. Sell-side analysts forecast that The Home Depot, Inc. will post 15 earnings per share for the current year.

Home Depot Dividend Announcement

The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, September 17th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, September 3rd were issued a $2.33 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, September 3rd. This represents a $9.32 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.2%. Home Depot’s payout ratio is presently 65.22%.

Institutional Trading of Home Depot

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in HD. Zeit Capital LLC bought a new position in Home Depot in the 2nd quarter valued at about $26,000. Cache Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in Home Depot in the first quarter worth approximately $27,000. Merkkuri Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Home Depot during the 1st quarter valued at $28,000. Abound Financial LLC bought a new stake in shares of Home Depot in the 4th quarter worth $29,000. Finally, Osbon Capital Management LLC acquired a new position in Home Depot during the fourth quarter worth about $29,000. 70.86% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of research firms have recently commented on HD. Stifel Nicolaus boosted their price objective on Home Depot from $320.00 to $340.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, August 17th. Argus reissued a “buy” rating and issued a $400.00 price target on shares of Home Depot in a research note on Wednesday, August 19th. Wall Street Zen raised shares of Home Depot from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, June 2nd. Wolfe Research cut shares of Home Depot from an “outperform” rating to a “peer perform” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Finally, Truist Financial increased their price objective on shares of Home Depot from $369.00 to $373.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, August 19th. Eighteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, thirteen have given a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $375.18.

Insider Buying and Selling at Home Depot

In related news, EVP Michael Rowe sold 710 shares of Home Depot stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, August 26th. The stock was sold at an average price of $336.76, for a total value of $239,099.60. Following the transaction, the executive vice president owned 6,838 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,302,764.88. This trade represents a 9.41% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Teresa Roseborough sold 2,455 shares of Home Depot stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $328.77, for a total transaction of $807,130.35. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president directly owned 14,061 shares in the company, valued at approximately $4,622,834.97. This trade represents a 14.86% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 9,829 shares of company stock worth $3,339,314. 0.08% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Trending Headlines about Home Depot

Here are the key news stories impacting Home Depot this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Home Depot’s investments in e-commerce, faster delivery and Pro-customer tools are reportedly driving online sales and strengthening engagement across its retail ecosystem. These initiatives could support market-share gains and improve growth even while housing activity remains subdued. Are Home Depot’s Digital Investments Driving Better Sales and Growth?
• Positive Sentiment: The company unveiled its 2026 holiday merchandise lineup, including smart trees, seasonal décor, gifts and a limited-edition tool-equipped sweater. Free delivery on more than 2 million items, along with same-day or next-day delivery on select products, may help Home Depot capture seasonal demand and reinforce its convenience strategy. The Home Depot Announces 2026 Holiday Decor Collection and Seasonal Savings
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts and investors are comparing Home Depot with Lowe’s as both retailers face a prolonged housing slowdown. Home Depot’s scale and professional-customer exposure are viewed as potential advantages, but the comparison underscores that recovery depends heavily on housing turnover and renovation demand. Home Depot vs. Lowe’s: 1 Stock Wins
• Neutral Sentiment: Home Depot’s long-term record remains a favorable point for investors: a Wall Street Journal analysis identified HD as the highest-returning U.S. stock over the past 45 years. However, historical compounding does not resolve near-term earnings pressure. What Actually Made Home Depot Wall Street’s Best-Kept Compounding Secret?
• Negative Sentiment: Higher mortgage rates—around 7.5% currently, with an extreme scenario approaching 9%—are weakening home sales, construction and remodeling activity. A frozen housing market could delay large projects and pressure comparable-store sales, particularly among do-it-yourself customers. Mortgage Rates Could Hit 9%
• Negative Sentiment: One recent analysis argues that Home Depot is operating from a position of fundamental weakness despite its dominant market position. Concerns about muted housing demand and the sustainability of dividend growth are contributing to investor caution, even though the stock trades well below its record high. Home Depot Is 32% Below Its All-Time High

About Representative Hern

Kevin Hern (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. He assumed office on November 13, 2018. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Hern (Republican Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

Kevin Hern went into business as a McDonald’s franchisee in 1999. He acquired 10 McDonald’s franchises by 2012. He served on the McDonald’s National Leadership Team for 13 years, including the tax policy team, the insurance corporation, and as chairman of the economics team. From 2011 to 2015, he was chairman of the finance committee of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority.

Home Depot Company Profile

The Home Depot, Inc (NYSE: HD) is a home improvement retailer serving do-it-yourself customers, professional contractors, and other trade professionals. The company sells building materials, appliances, décor, hardware, plumbing and electrical supplies, tools, outdoor products, and lawn and garden merchandise through its retail stores and digital platforms.

Home Depot also provides services such as installation, equipment rental, delivery, and project support. Its professional customer offerings include job-lot quantities, delivery solutions, credit services, and tools designed to help contractors manage construction and renovation projects.