sales, Target and Profits Slump

Target says its holiday sales were better than expected — but its profits weren't
Target raised its fourth-quarter sales forecast Thursday after more consumers turned to its stores and website for holiday shopping — particularly on days known for deep discounts.
Target announces holiday sales exceeded expectations — but not profit as discounts reign king
The retailer now expects same-store sales growth of 1.5% for stores open at least 13 months in the fourth quarter – above previous expectations that it would stay flat.
Target’s Holiday Sales Surge Driven by Black Friday and Cyber Monday Success – But Profits Slump Due to Heavy Discounts
Target reported stronger-than-expected holiday sales, driven by record-breaking Black Friday and Cyber Monday performances, prompting an increase in its sales growth forecast for the holiday quarter to 1.
Target hopes momentum from holiday season jump-starts sales this year
Target leaned in heavily toward promotions and sales during the holidays, a strategy that seems to have left it in the middle of the pack of retailers for the season. The Minneapolis-based retailer said Thursday its comparable sales rose about 2%,
Target Stock In Focus After Better-Than-Expected Holiday Season Sales: Retail’s Upbeat
Shares of Target ($TGT) were in the spotlight as the retailer posted better-than-expected sales numbers for the holiday shopping season, lifting retail sentiment. The company said its total sales during the two holiday months grew 2.
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Target Lifts Comp Sales Outlook After Strong Holiday Shopping Season
Kamil Krzaczynski / AFP / Getty Images Target said Thursday that its holiday sales exceeded expectations, leading the retailer to lift its fourth-quarter comparable sales growth projections.
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Target announces better-than-expected holiday sales, but investors wary of no profit update
Digital sales also grew 9% year over year in November and December, reflecting a "more than 30% growth in same-day delivery" from its membership model, Target Circle 360. CEO Brian Cornell said ...
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Target's Holiday Sales Surge 2.8%: Digital Growth And Black Friday Wins Drive Results
Particularly notable was the nearly 9% growth in digital sales year-over-year, driven by strong results in same-day delivery and Target’s third-party marketplace, Target Plus. The company also ...
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Target Joins FIVE, GCO & ANF With Stellar Holiday Sales Performance
Key Takeaways Core retail sales rose 4% YOY to a record $994.1 billion, surpassing the National Retail Federation's forecast.