Target Experiences 21 Percent Drop in Shares After Poor Q3 Results
Target shares fell significantly, dropping over twenty one percent following a disappointing third-quarter earnings report. The retailer reported adjusted earnings of one point eighty five dollars per share, falling well below analyst estimates. Revenue slightly missed expectations at twenty five point sixty seven billion dollars. Full-year guidance also worried investors, projecting earnings that were considerably lower than anticipated. Despite some growth in digital and key product categories, Target faced severe cost pressures impacting margins. The decline in earnings and the overall economic landscape raise concerns about the retailer’s ability to perform in the near future.