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Home Depot, Inc., The

By: Krishna G. Palepu
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:24
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Abstract

Home Depot, founded in 1978, pioneered the warehouse retailing concept in the home center industry. The company's niche strategy resulted in rapid growth in sales. By 1986, however, the company began experiencing deteriorating profitability. Students are asked to analyze the company's performance using ratio analysis and sustainable growth framework, and to recommend a plan of action.

Keywords

Mathematical Methods; Performance; Business Strategy; Retail Industry

Citation

Palepu, Krishna G. "Home Depot, Inc., The." Harvard Business School Case 188-148, April 1988. (Revised October 1996.)
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