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4. Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW)

On April 7, Evercore ISI raised its price target for Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) to $250 from $245. It maintained an “In Line” rating on the shares. The analyst noted new projections for retail coverage.

Separately, on April 24, Supply Chain Dive reported that Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) recently widened its partnership with Relex Solutions to use AI to unify inventory planning and restocking. Camille Fratanduono said that the platform links forecasting, allocation, and replenishment, which enables monitoring of demand trends and inventory positioning across the network.

Fratanduono said that “visibility translates into clear, actionable recommendations,” which helps in-stock levels and productivity. She said that the system gives analysis in real time, which enables faster and more precise decisions.

The retailer stated that a full rollout is scheduled for early 2027 and that the incremental deployment will continue. Fratanduono claims that the change allows teams to concentrate on strategic priorities, such as working more closely with partners and merchants.

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW) sells home improvement products through the retail channel. The company provides items for maintenance, repair, renovation, home decorating, and property upkeep. It also offers home renovation supplies.