TGTTarget Corporation demonstrates stable fundamentals with consistent dividend payouts, but faces headwinds from intense competition and changing consumer spending habits. Technicals show a mixed short-term outlook.
Target operates in the essential retail sector but faces evolving consumer preferences and increasing competition from online retailers and discount stores. Its e-commerce growth is a positive, but the overall thematic tailwinds are moderate.
Target exhibits solid financial health with a strong balance sheet and consistent profitability, although revenue and earnings growth have moderated recently. Dividend yield is attractive for income-focused investors.
The stock is trading below key moving averages and shows weak short-term momentum. A declining RSI and negative MACD signals suggest downward pressure.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Retail Sector Disruption | 50 |
| Consumer Spending Trends | 60 |
| E-commerce & Omnichannel | 70 |
| Private Label Brands | 65 |
| Sustainability Initiatives | 55 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 75 |
| Profitability | 65 |
| Growth | 40 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 70 |
| Cash Flow | 80 |
| Dividends | 85 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 30 |
| Momentum | 35 |
| Volume Confirmation | 50 |
| Support & Resistance | 60 |
| MACD | 30 |
Consistent Earnings Growth and Surprises
Multiple quarters show positive EPS surprises (e.g., Q1 2025: 6.31%, Q3 2024: 17.67%), indicating the company's ability to exceed analyst expectations. Trailing twelve months (TTM) EPS is $9.10.
Attractive P/E Ratio
The Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 11.63 (TTM) is competitive, especially considering the company's historical performance and industry peers. The forward P/E for 2025 is also projected to be lower, suggesting potential undervaluation.
Slightly Elevated Price-to-Sales (P/S)
The TTM Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio of 0.5, while seemingly low, should be viewed in context with the industry. The annual P/S ratio for 2025 is projected at 0.6, which is relatively stable but not indicative of significant undervaluation based on sales alone.
Slowing Revenue and Profitability
Revenue and net income have shown a downward trend from Q1 2023 to Q1 2025. Net margin has decreased from 6.6% in Q1 2022 to 3.8% in Q1 2025, indicating pressure on profitability.
August 2025
13
Ex-Dividend Date
August 2025
20
Next Earnings Date
H: $2.53
A: $1.99
L: $1.39
H: 25.21B
A: 24.84B
L: 24.47B
September 2025
1
Next Dividend Date
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.
103.16 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for TGT have a max estimate of 135.00 and a min estimate of 80.00.