Best Buy Co., Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Specialty Retail
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$61.96
−$0.91 (−1.44%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours$61.79
−$0.16 (−0.27%) 4:47 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$62.86
OpenOpen$61.78
Day highHigh$62.26
Day lowLow$61.02
VolumeVol5,405,545
Avg volAvgVol4,351,604
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Mkt cap
$12.98B
P/E ratio
20.45
FY Revenue
$41.83B
EPS
3.03
Gross Margin
22.50%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
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BBY
Best Buy Co., Inc.
Best Buy shows solid cash generation and free cash flow yield alongside compressed earnings growth and thin operating margins. Technically, the share price is trading below key moving averages with a weak 3–12 month return profile, while sentiment indicators highlight elevated short interest and a high short-volume ratio despite a generally constructive recent news backdrop.
AI summarized at 2:27 AM ET, 2026-01-29
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:38SWING:34LONG:55
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+56% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.56×
RSI
37.94(Weak)
Weak (30–40)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.03 (Strong)
MACD: 0.14 Signal: 0.11
Short-Term
-0.34 (Weak)
MACD: -1.38 Signal: -1.04
Long-Term
-0.25 (Weak)
MACD: -2.45 Signal: -2.20
Intraday trend score
50.84
LOW26.34HIGH50.84
Latest news
BBY•12 articles•Positive: 4Neutral: 7Negative: 1
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Thomas Niel
3 Magnificent Dividend Stocks Down 20% to Buy and Hold Forever
The article highlights three dividend stocks that have declined 20% or more from their 52-week highs and may present buying opportunities for long-term investors. Best Buy faces headwinds from slowing consumer spending and tariff uncertainty but offers a sustainable 5.9% dividend yield. Kimberly-Clark's planned $48.7 billion acquisition of Kenvue could drive future earnings growth and dividend increases despite initial market skepticism. Kraft Heinz, which paused its planned split, trades at attractive valuations with a 6.6% dividend yield and potential for upside if fundamentals improve.
Stock down 30% from highs due to near-term headwinds (tariffs, consumer spending), but trading at attractive 11.5x forward earnings with sustainable 5.9% dividend yield and 22-year track record of dividend growth averaging 15.2% annually. Long-term investors may find an opportune entry point if macro conditions improve.
Gearing Up for The Big Game: WeShop Announces Electronics Offerings with Best Buy, Samsung, Lenovo and eBay
WeShop, a community-owned social commerce platform, announced new retail partnerships with Best Buy, Samsung, Lenovo, and eBay to expand its electronics offerings ahead of major sporting events. The partnerships enable shoppers to earn WePoints through purchases, which can convert into ownership stakes in WeShop through its ShareBack™ rewards program.
Best Buy is mentioned as a new retail partner for WeShop. The partnership represents a distribution channel expansion but no specific impact on Best Buy's operations or financials is indicated in the article.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Researchandmarkets.Com
North America Consumer Electronics Repair and Maintenance Market Report 2025-2033, Profiles of Cableshoppe, Redington, Electronix, B2X Care Solutions, Encompass Parts, uBreakiFix Asurion, Best Buy
The North American consumer electronics repair market is projected to grow from $7.04 billion in 2024 to $11.22 billion by 2033, driven by sustainability awareness, increasing device ownership, and rising repair service demand.
Mentioned as a market player without specific performance details
PositiveBenzinga• Lekha Gupta
Best Buy Sees Expanding Margin, Strong Vendor Support, Analysts Say
Best Buy reported Q3 2026 sales increase of 2.4% and raised fiscal guidance, with analysts highlighting positive performance driven by unit volume and potential growth in membership and advertising initiatives.
Strong quarterly earnings, raised fiscal guidance, positive analyst ratings with price target increases, and potential for low single-digit comp growth in near to mid-term
PositiveInvesting.com• Timothy Fries
Best Buy Earnings Beat Suggests Consumer Tech Spending Is Stabilizing
Best Buy reported strong Q3 earnings, beating analyst expectations with $1.40 adjusted EPS and $9.67 billion revenue. The company raised its full-year outlook, signaling increased confidence in consumer technology demand, with comparable sales growing 2.7% year-over-year.
Exceeded earnings expectations, raised full-year guidance, showed 2.7% comparable sales growth, and demonstrated strong performance in computing, gaming, and mobile phone categories
PositiveBenzinga• Lekha Gupta
Consumers Are Upgrading Tech And Best Buy Is Winning
Best Buy reported strong Q3 2026 earnings with 2.4% sales increase, beating expectations. The company saw growth in gaming, computing, and mobile phone segments, and raised its fiscal 2026 guidance.
Exceeded earnings expectations, increased sales by 2.4%, raised fiscal guidance, strong performance in key product categories like gaming and computing, and demonstrated resilience in consumer electronics market
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Ana Carolina
Woojer Partners with Texas Logistic & Fulfillment Services to Power QC, Software Updates, and Nationwide Distribution to Best Buy, Costco, and Sam’s Club
Woojer, a haptic technology company, has partnered with Texas Logistic & Fulfillment Services to manage quality control, software updates, and nationwide distribution of its products to major retailers like Best Buy, Costco, and Sam's Club.
BBYCOSTWMThaptic technologylogisticsfulfillmentdistributionquality control
Sentiment note
Mentioned as a retail partner without specific performance details
NeutralInvesting.com• Dave Kovaleski
This Stock Just Got a Dividend Boost for the 54th Straight Year
Target increased its quarterly dividend to $1.14 per share, marking its 54th consecutive year of dividend increases. Despite stock performance challenges, the company maintains a high dividend yield of 5.09%, significantly above market averages.
Mentioned as another retailer with a dividend yield over 5%, but no specific performance details provided
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Sophie Kang
INIU Enters Best Buy Stores Nationwide, Expanding U.S. Reach for Fast, Reliable Charging
INIU, a mobile energy solutions provider, is now selling its portable chargers at Best Buy, expanding its U.S. retail network and making its charging technology more accessible to consumers.
Serving as a retail partner for INIU's product distribution without significant strategic implications
NeutralInvesting.com• Chris Markoch
Best Buy Marketplace: Potential Growth Catalyst or Risky Gimmick?
Best Buy launched its Marketplace platform, a digital expansion strategy aimed at increasing product assortment and revenue through third-party sellers, but faces potential execution risks and uncertain long-term financial impact.
Mixed outlook with potential growth from marketplace initiative, but facing challenges like uncertain revenue growth, potential margin pressure, and need for careful execution
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Eric Volkman
Why Best Buy Stock Tumbled on Thursday
Best Buy reported Q2 fiscal 2026 results that exceeded analyst estimates, with revenue of $9.44 billion and a 1.6% comparable sales increase. However, net income declined, and ongoing tariff uncertainties led to stock price drop.
BBYearningstariffsretailonline commerceQ2 results
Sentiment note
Despite beating analyst estimates, the company experienced declining net income, reduced profitability, and expressed concerns about potential tariff impacts, causing stock price to drop nearly 4%
NeutralInvesting.com• Timothy Fries
Best Buy: Fiscal 2026 Outlook Anchored by Cautious Optimism and Cost Control
Best Buy reported strong Q2 fiscal 2026 results with a 1.6% comparable sales increase, exceeding market expectations. The company maintained its full-year guidance while focusing on technological innovations and strategic investments despite potential economic challenges.
While the company showed sales growth and maintained guidance, operating income percentage declined and the outlook remains cautiously optimistic due to potential economic uncertainties
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