Target's 1.17% Drop Volume Plunges 21.38% Ranks 198th in Trading Activity Mixed Analyst Signals Amid Earnings Beat and Revenue Miss

On August 28, 2025, Target (TGT) closed with a 1.17% decline, trading at a volume of 0.5 billion, a 21.38% drop from the prior day, ranking it 198th in trading activity. The stock’s performance reflects mixed signals from earnings and analyst revisions. The company reported Q2 earnings of $2.05 per share, slightly outpacing estimates, but revenue fell 0.9% year-over-year to $24.99 billion. Roth Capital lowered its FY2026 EPS forecast to $7.77 from $7.85, citing ongoing challenges despite a 4.6% dividend yield announced for shareholders. Analysts remain divided, with Jefferies and UBS maintaining “Buy” ratings while Bernstein and Bank of America cut their targets, reflecting uncertainty over the retailer’s near-term trajectory.

Insider activity added to market scrutiny. CEO Brian Cornell sold 45,000 shares in May, reducing his ownership by 15.44%, while institutional investors adjusted stakes, including Kozak & Associates Inc., which increased holdings by 2,530%. The stock’s valuation metrics—11.54 P/E and 0.99 debt-to-equity—highlight a defensive profile amid broader market volatility. However, the 12-month low of $87.35 and 161.84 high underscore persistent price swings, complicating investor sentiment.

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