Lowe's Profits Top Estimates as TJX Raises Outlook

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Lowe's profits exceeded expectations due to increased online sales and demand from professional contractors, while TJX Cos. raised its outlook on strong sales, indicating a potential shift in consumer behavior towards cheaper options amid economic stress.

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Lowe’s Cos. reported profit that topped expectations on a pickup in online sales and growth in demand from professional contractors. The results mark a minor bright spot in retailer results this week after competitor Home Depot cut its full-year profit target on Tuesday as consumers pulled back on bigger ticket purchases. Elsewhere, TJX Cos., which runs chains including TJ Maxx and Marshalls, posted sales above estimates last quarter, raising its outlook, and perhaps signaling that US shoppers are turning to cheaper options as the economy shows signs of stress. Bloomberg's Redd Brown and Lily Meier joined Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec on 'Bloomberg Businessweek Daily' to break it all down. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Original article published by Bloomberg on November 19, 2025.
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