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Weaker guidance issued → 2026 sales growth 4-6%, EPS $2.13-$2.23 projected

Tractor Supply issued softer 2026 guidance citing weaker demand and economic uncertainty, projecting 4-6% total sales growth, 1-3% comparable sales growth, and diluted EPS of $2.13-$2.23. The stock has declined 22.9% from 52-week high and 5.4% over the past year, trading at $47.24 with 100 new store openings planned. Analyst consensus remains Moderate Buy with $58.19 PT, though 17 buy recommendations indicate cautious optimism about long-term strategy.