Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) this week reported fiscal fourth-quarter results skewed by a $1.6 billion charge that generated a net loss for the period. The retailer made important progress in its restructuring plan, though, while narrowing the performance gap just slightly against rival Home Depot (NYSE: HD). Lowe's also had positive things to say about the 2019 fiscal year, which should move it closer toward management's long-term rebound hopes.