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Home Depot Markdown Fraud Case Highlights Internal Control Risks
A former Home Depot manager in Miami-Dade County has been charged with grand theft and organized fraud for allegedly approving unauthorized discounts totaling $4.3 million. The case raises questions about internal controls as the retailer focuses on pro contractors.
Markets
Costco Faces Growing Pressure Over Tariff Refund Transparency
House Democrats are pressing Costco and other retailers to clarify how tariff refunds will reach consumers, while a class action lawsuit demands payback. COST shares last traded at $1,011.15.
Regulation
Wren Kitchens Shutters All US Operations, Layoffs in Pennsylvania
Wren US Holdings has closed all US showrooms and studios, leading to layoffs in northeastern Pennsylvania, reversing a 2020 expansion that promised 360 jobs.
Markets
Mortgage Rates Hold Near Recent Lows, Yet Spring Housing Demand Remains Subdued
Mortgage rates stabilized near recent lows, sparking a 5.1% weekly jump in refinance applications. However, purchase demand dipped 1% as builder confidence fell to a seven-month low amid economic uncertainty.
Economy
Mortgage Rates Climb, Threatening Spring Housing Momentum
U.S. mortgage rates increased to 6.29% this week, reversing a brief dip below 6% and threatening the spring housing market's early momentum. California's median home price reached $830,370 in February, with sales remaining below 300,000 for the 41st consecutive month.
Economy
Home Depot Gains as Housing Data and Fed Outlook Shape Retailer's Path
Home Depot stock advanced 1.5% Friday, closing at $380.72, while the broader market declined. The home improvement retailer's performance remains tied to interest rates and sluggish housing turnover, with key economic reports due next week.
Markets
Mortgage Rates Dip Below 6% Threshold, Yet Housing Stocks Face Persistent Headwinds
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate declined to 5.98% this week, marking its first sub-6% reading since 2022. Despite the favorable rate move, major housing equities sold off sharply as broader market concerns and sector-specific challenges weighed on sentiment.
Economy
Home Depot Eyes $391 as Packed Week Brings Fed Minutes, Inflation Data
Home Depot shares edged higher to $391.05 Friday. Markets face a compressed week with critical Fed minutes and economic data ahead of the retailer's quarterly report.
Markets
Home Depot Shares Gain Ahead of Earnings as Investors Eye Housing Demand
Home Depot stock advanced 2.6% to $390.84, outpacing a flat S&P 500, as investors rotated into consumer stocks following soft retail sales data. The focus now shifts to the company's quarterly report on February 24.
Earnings
Home Depot Shares Decline Ahead of Key Economic Data, Earnings
Home Depot stock fell 1.3% on Monday, underperforming broader market gains. Investors await upcoming inflation and employment reports, along with the retailer's quarterly results on February 24.
Earnings
Home Depot Earnings Preview: Inflation, Jobs Data Set Stage for Housing Demand Signals
Home Depot shares underperformed the broader market rally Friday as investors await key inflation and employment reports ahead of the retailer's quarterly results later this month.
Earnings