Construct a 500-750 word letter making stock purchase recommendations for a potential investor for home depot. In the letter, address the following, referencing specific ratios and comparative numbers as appropriate.

1. Discuss the overall financial performance of your company in relation to industry averages and a specific competitor. Explain whether the company performed better or worse than the competition using specific numbers and providing an explanation of what the numbers illustrate.
2. Recommend whether the potential investor should purchase stock in your company and justify your recommendation based upon your research and analysis of the company ratios and industry competition.