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Target Corporation (TGT)

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$92.44
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Upturn Advisory Summary

09/02/2025: TGT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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37 Analysts rated it

Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.

1 Year Target Price $102.77

1 Year Target Price $102.77

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$102.77 Target price
52w Low $85.44
Current$92.44
52w High $155.5

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 15.89%
Avg. Invested days 62
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 42.00B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.77
1Y Target Price 102.77
Price to earnings Ratio 10.77
1Y Target Price 102.77
Volume (30-day avg) 37
Beta 1.22
52 Weeks Range 85.44 - 155.50
Updated Date 09/2/2025
52 Weeks Range 85.44 - 155.50
Updated Date 09/2/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 4.67%
Basic EPS (TTM) 8.58

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-20
When Before Market
Estimate 2.04
Actual 2.05

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.72%
Operating Margin (TTM) 5.43%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.14%
Return on Equity (TTM) 26.32%

Valuation

Trailing PE 10.77
Forward PE 13.05
Enterprise Value 59242230225
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4
Enterprise Value 59242230225
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.4
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.56
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.89
Shares Outstanding 454399008
Shares Floating 452990511
Shares Outstanding 454399008
Shares Floating 452990511
Percent Insiders 0.26
Percent Institutions 85.6

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Target Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Target Corporation was founded in 1902 as Goodfellow Dry Goods in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was renamed Dayton's in 1911 and introduced the first Target discount store in 1962. The company became Target Corporation in 2000, reflecting its focus on the Target brand.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Retail: Target's primary business is operating general merchandise retail stores and digital channels, offering a wide variety of products.
  • Food and Beverage: Target offers a range of food and beverage products, including groceries, snacks, and alcoholic beverages.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Brian Cornell is the Chairman and CEO of Target Corporation. The company has a hierarchical organizational structure with various departments and teams reporting to executive leadership.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Apparel and Accessories: Clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children. Competitors include Walmart, Amazon, and Macy's. Market share for apparel fluctuates but Target strives for a significant portion of the value-driven segment.
  • Home Goods: Furniture, decor, bedding, and kitchenware. Competitors include Wayfair, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Amazon. Target aims to be a leader within affordable stylish homewares
  • Food and Beverage: Groceries, snacks, beverages, and other food items. Competitors include Walmart, Kroger, and Amazon (Whole Foods). Target's focus is on offering a selection of both national brands and private label options at competitive prices.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The retail industry is currently undergoing significant transformation, driven by e-commerce, changing consumer preferences, and economic conditions. Companies are adapting by investing in omnichannel capabilities, personalized experiences, and supply chain optimization.

Positioning

Target positions itself as a 'cheap chic' retailer, offering stylish and on-trend products at affordable prices. Its competitive advantages include its strong brand reputation, differentiated product assortment, and convenient store locations.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for general merchandise retail in the US is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Target is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its differentiated offering and strong brand.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Loyal customer base
  • Effective supply chain management
  • Omnichannel capabilities
  • Private label brands

Weaknesses

  • Higher prices than some competitors
  • Dependence on US market
  • Vulnerability to economic downturns
  • Occasional data breaches affecting customer trust
  • Perception of higher cost than competitors

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new markets
  • Growth in e-commerce
  • Partnerships and collaborations
  • Development of new private label brands
  • Increase loyalty program offerings.

Threats

  • Increased competition from online retailers
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic recession
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Rising labor costs

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Walmart (WMT)
  • Amazon (AMZN)
  • Costco (COST)

Competitive Landscape

Target's competitive advantage lies in its brand image, store experience, and curated product selection. It differentiates itself from Walmart through its focus on style and design and from Amazon through its physical store presence.

Major Acquisitions

Shipt

  • Year: 2017
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 550
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Shipt enhanced Target's same-day delivery capabilities and strengthened its omnichannel strategy.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Target has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by its expansion of store locations, e-commerce initiatives, and private label brands.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Target, driven by its omnichannel capabilities and its ability to adapt to changing consumer preferences.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its same-day delivery service, developing new private label brands, and investing in its supply chain infrastructure.

Summary

Target is a well-established retailer with a strong brand and loyal customer base. It has successfully adapted to the changing retail landscape by investing in e-commerce and omnichannel capabilities. However, the company faces challenges from increased competition and economic uncertainty. Target needs to keep improving it's inventory management system.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Target Corporation Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings
  • Market Research Reports
  • Analyst Estimates

Disclaimers:

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About Target Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Minneapolis, MN, United States
IPO Launch date 1983-04-06
Chairman of the Board & CEO Mr. Brian C. Cornell
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Discount Stores
Full time employees 440000
Full time employees 440000

Target Corporation operates as a general merchandise retailer in the United States. The company offers apparel for women, men, young adults, kids, toddlers, and babies, as well as jewelry, accessories, and shoes; and beauty products, such as skin and bath care, cosmetics, hair care, oral care, deodorant, and shaving products. It also provides food and beverage products comprising dry and perishable grocery, including snacks, candy, beverages, deli, bakery, meat, produce, and food service; electronics which includes video games and consoles, toys, sporting goods, entertainment, and luggage; bed and bath, home décor, school/office supplies, storage, small appliances, kitchenware, greeting cards, party supplies, furniture, lighting, home improvement, and seasonal merchandise; and household essentials, such as household cleaning, paper products, over-the-counter healthcare, vitamins and supplements, baby gear, and pet supplies. In addition, the company sells merchandise through periodic design and creative partnerships, and shop-in-shop experience; and in-store amenities. It sells its products through its stores; and digital channels, including Target.com. Target Corporation was incorporated in 1902 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.