Bed Bath & Beyond Earnings Preview: Housing Slowdown To Weigh On Results, But Pent-Up Demand Could Help

While the housing recovery gained some momentum over the last year, it has slowed down lately due to rising prices and mortgage rates. This has discouraged buyers from spending on home decor and improvement products. On the other hand, significant pent-up demand due to the harsh winter season might have had a positive impact on the retailer's store traffic during the recently concluded quarter.