The Real Reason Target's Stock Isn't Taking Off Despite an Improved Q1

Target has averaged a quarterly growth rate of less than 2% over the past five years. Its top line hasn't shown much improvement since 2023.

The Motley Fool • 14 hours ago

Is Target Finally Winning Back Shoppers Across Key Categories?

Target's Q1 FY26 shows shoppers returning, with sales +6.7%, comps +5.6% on higher traffic and gains across all six core categories.

Zacks Investment Research • 12 hours ago

Retail had a 'surprisingly robust' first quarter, but the real test is ahead as tax refunds dry up

The retail industry eked out strong gains in profits and sales in the first quarter despite concerns about consumer weakness given high gas prices and low sentiment. Still, high tax refunds and deeper buy, now pay later use may have helped to buoy spending and mask underlying consumer weakness.

CNBC • 18 hours ago

Dollar General Gears Up for Q1 Earnings: Key Elements to Watch

Dollar General's Q1 report on June 2 is likely to test traffic gains, same-store sales and margin progress as storms and costs weigh on shoppers.

Zacks Investment Research • 11 hours ago

JPMorgan, Caterpillar Among 11 Companies To Announce Dividend Increases In June

Caterpillar Inc. is expected to announce its 32nd consecutive annual dividend increase in June, projecting a 7.3–8.6% boost to $6.48–$6.56. CAT's Q1 2026 earnings rebounded with 30% EPS growth, supporting continued high single-digit dividend growth and a comfortable 32% payout ratio. JPMorgan and other large banks are also forecast to announce mid-to-high single-digit dividend increases, reflecting stable but moderating EPS growth.

Seeking Alpha • May 30, 2026

Here's Why Target (TGT) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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Zacks Investment Research • May 28, 2026

Target's Bear Case Is Looking Less Solid As Sales And Traffic Begin To Rebound

Target is showing tangible signs of a turnaround after years of underperformance and shifting consumer priorities. Appointment of Michael Fiddelke as CEO marks a renewed focus on essentials, brand collaborations, and customer-centric strategies. Management aims to deepen relationships with core customers by prioritizing key assortments expected to drive three-quarters of future growth.

Seeking Alpha • May 28, 2026

Target India head says retailer weighing AI tool costs amid shift to usage-based pricing

Target India head said on Monday that a shift to usage-based AI pricing is pushing the ​U.S. retailer to look more closely at making costly tools available ‌for its employees.

Reuters • May 25, 2026

Is Most-Watched Stock Target Corporation (TGT) Worth Betting on Now?

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Target (TGT). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Zacks Investment Research • May 25, 2026

Target (TGT) is a Top-Ranked Value Stock: Should You Buy?

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Zacks Investment Research • May 25, 2026