Lowe's issues cautious outlook as CEO flags 'pressure' in DIY spending — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/lowe-s-issues-cautious-outlook-as-ceo-flags-pressure-in-diy-spendingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Lowe's cuts outlook as DIY spending remains pressuredhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/lowe-s-issues-cautious-outlook-as-ceo-flags-pressure-in-diy-spendinghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/lowe-s-issues-cautious-outlook-as-ceo-flags-pressure-in-diy-spending#u45595Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:11:14 +0000Lowe's has issued a cautious outlook due to 'pressure' in DIY spending. The home improvement retailer has trimmed its 2026 outlook amid a soft housing market that is curbing demand. Lowe's profit was flat and sales rose, but the company sees continued pressure on DIY spending.Why it mattersThe home improvement retail sector is sensitive to housing market conditions and consumer spending habits. Lowe's outlook reflects concerns about the sustainability of the current economic recovery. The company's performance is closely watched as a bellwether for the broader ret