The Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE: HD) is a leading home improvement retailer that operates large-format stores and an integrated online platform offering a broad range of products and services for do-it-yourself consumers, professional contractors and businesses. The company was founded in 1978 by Bernard Marcus and Arthur Blank and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Since opening its first stores at the end of the 1970s, Home Depot has grown into a multinational retailer known for its orange-branded stores and wide assortment of home improvement merchandise.
Home Depot’s core business includes the sale of building materials, lumber, tools, hardware, appliances, paint, plumbing and electrical supplies, lawn and garden products, and home décor. Beyond merchandise, the company provides installation and repair services, tool and equipment rental, and commercial accounts and procurement solutions for professional customers. Its omni-channel model combines store-based retailing with e-commerce, allowing customers to shop online, pick up in store or schedule professional installation and delivery.
Geographically, Home Depot primarily serves customers in the United States and also operates in Canada and Mexico, supported by a network of distribution centers and service facilities designed to supply both retail stores and professional customers. The company’s customer base spans individual homeowners undertaking renovation and repair projects as well as builders and professional tradespeople who rely on Home Depot for ongoing supply and service relationships.
Corporate leadership has evolved since the company’s founding; as of recent reports the company’s executive leadership is led by CEO Ted Decker. Home Depot continues to prioritize investment in its supply chain, technology and in-store experience to support its retail footprint and professional clientele, with an ongoing focus on expanding service offerings and improving convenience for customers across channels.