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Target Corporation (TGT) Stock

Target Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Target Corporation (TGT), a prominent company in the consumer defensive sector within the discount stores industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $117.09. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $82.60 and $126.00. This places the current price at 92.9% of its 52-week high and 41.8% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 4,797,990. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US87612E1064.

52-Week Range

$126.00 - $82.60

-7.07% from high · +41.76% from low

Avg Daily Volume

4,797,990

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

14.43

Below market average

Forward P/E

14.47

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

3.29

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

3.24

EV/EBITDA

8.01

EPS (TTM)

$8.13

Price to Sales

0.51

Beta

1.10

Similar volatility to market

Q:How is TGT valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Target Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 14.43, which is below the market average of approximately 20. This lower valuation could indicate the market has modest growth expectations, or it might represent an undervalued opportunity if the fundamentals are strong. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 14.47 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 3.29 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
Q:What is TGT's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.10, Target Corporation is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 3.24 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

3.54%

Operating Margin

4.91%

EBITDA

$8.07B

Return on Equity

24.00%

Return on Assets

5.26%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-1.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-5.00%

Q:How profitable and efficient is TGT's business model?
Target Corporation achieves a profit margin of 3.54%, meaning it retains $3.54 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 4.91% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 24.00% and ROA at 5.26%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
Q:What are TGT's recent growth trends?
Target Corporation's revenue declined by 1.50% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 5.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against DISCOUNT STORES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$4.52

Dividend Yield

3.90%

Ex-Dividend Date

May 13, 2026

Dividend Date

Mar 1, 2026

Q:What dividend income can investors expect from TGT?
Target Corporation offers a dividend yield of 3.90%, paying $4.52 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of May 13, 2026.
Q:How reliable is TGT's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Target Corporation pays $4.52 per share in dividends against earnings of $8.13 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 55.60%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Mar 1, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$53.1B

Revenue (TTM)

$104.78B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$230.74

Shares Outstanding

452.84M

Book Value/Share

$35.70

Asset Type

Common Stock

Q:What is TGT's market capitalization and position?
Target Corporation has a market capitalization of $53.1B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 452.84M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the DISCOUNT STORES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
Q:How does TGT's price compare to its book value?
Target Corporation's book value per share is $35.70, while the current stock price is $117.09, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 3.28. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$124.88

6.65% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

8

Hold

24

Sell

0

Strong Sell

4

Q:How reliable are analyst predictions for TGT?
38 analysts cover TGT with 26% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $124.88 implies 6.7% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
Q:What is the Wall Street consensus on TGT?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, 24 Hold, 04 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Mar 15, 2026, 02:21 AM

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