3 Things to Know About Home Depot Stock Before You Buy

Roughly 90% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Home Depot (NYSE: HD) location. A physical footprint like this with such a broad reach showcases the company's market leadership.But investors haven't reaped the rewards. Home Depot shares have produced a disappointing total return of 12% in the past five years (as of June 1). On the other hand, the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) generated a much better total return of 94%.With the retail stock trading 28% off its peak right now, investors might be interested in this opportunity. Take the time to learn these three things about Home Depot first, as this will inform your decision-making process.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool