Target's same-store sales have declined for three consecutive quarters, its full-year guidance was lowered, and the stock price has fallen back to 2019 levels.
Target released its earnings report before the market opened on Wednesday. Although third-quarter results exceeded analysts’ expectations, the company lowered its full-year profit outlook, suggesting that its business turnaround plan will take longer as it faces pressure from price cuts and weak demand in core categories.
According to the report,