Kohl's
KSS

$19.91

2.83%

Market Cap: $2.21B

About: Kohl's operates about 1,176 department stores in 49 states that sell moderately priced private-label and national brand clothing, shoes, accessories, cosmetics, and home furnishings. Most of these stores are in strip centers. Kohl's also operates a large digital sales business. Women's apparel is Kohl's largest category, having generated 26% of its 2023 sales. The retailer, headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, opened its first department store in 1962.

Employees: 96,000

Consumer Staples Department Stores

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Funds holding %

of 6,686 funds

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Analysts bullish %

of 6 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q2 SEC filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

9% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 134 | Existing positions reduced: 123

2.85% less ownership

Funds ownership: 118.66% [Q1] → 115.81% (-2.85%) [Q2]

5% less funds holding

Funds holding: 385 [Q1] → 364 (-21) [Q2]

21% less call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $166M | Put options by funds: $208M

23% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $3.83B [Q1] → $2.95B (-$875M) [Q2]

28% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 54 | Existing positions closed: 75

67% less funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 3 [Q1] → 1 (-2) [Q2]

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Research analyst outlook

6 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target

$19

5%

downside

Avg. target

$22

10%

upside

High target

$25

26%

upside

6 analyst ratings

1 positive

17%

4 neutral

67%

1 negative

17%

TD Cowen Oliver Chen 35% 1-year accuracy 8 / 23 met price target	5%upside $21	Hold Downgraded	30 Aug 2024
JP Morgan Matthew Boss 35% 1-year accuracy 19 / 54 met price target	5%downside $19	Underweight Downgraded	29 Aug 2024
Evercore ISI Group Michael Binetti 50% 1-year accuracy 23 / 46 met price target	0%upside $20	In-Line Maintained	29 Aug 2024
Baird Mark Altschwager 43% 1-year accuracy 12 / 28 met price target	26%upside $25	Outperform Maintained	29 Aug 2024
Telsey Advisory Group Dana Telsey 39% 1-year accuracy 66 / 171 met price target	16%upside $23	Market Perform Maintained	28 Aug 2024

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 27 articles about KSS published over the past 30 days

Kohl's: Upgrading To Hold Because Of Less Potential Downside

I am upgrading Kohl's Corp. from sell to hold due to reduced downside risk. 2Q24 results showed an EPS beat driven by cost control, but SSS growth decelerated to -5.1%, indicating pressured consumer spending and weak core category performance. Sephora's strong SSS growth is unlikely to be sustained, making it difficult for KSS to meet FY24 SSS growth guidance amid a challenging macro environment.

Kohl's: Upgrading To Hold Because Of Less Potential Downside

Kohl's Celebrates Life's Real Moments with New Brand Platform, “Where Families Come First”

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) today unveiled its new brand platform, “Where Families Come First,” which celebrates families of all kinds and embraces the real, messy and beautiful moments together. Kohl's has been serving millions of families for more than 60 years, playing a part in major life moments and the everyday. With its new platform, unmatched value and enhanced product assortment, Kohl's is further positioning itself as the destination for families, bringi.

Kohl's, Burlington, Five Below and Dollar General Pivot as Consumers Seek Deals

The financial results for four major retailers — Kohl's, Burlington Stores, Dollar General and Five Below — in the second quarter of 2024 highlighted a range of performances and strategic responses. From growth and resilience to challenges and adjustments, their fiscal performances provide insights into how they are navigating the evolving retail environment.

Kohl's, Burlington, Five Below and Dollar General Pivot as Consumers Seek Deals

Kohl's Cuts Costs to Address a Challenging Consumer Environment

Kohl's (KSS) shares rose Wednesday as cost reduction helped the retailer beat profit forecasts despite a drop in sales.

Kohl's Cuts Costs to Address a Challenging Consumer Environment

CNBC Television

3-Stock Lunch: Salesforce, Chewy & Kohl's

Eva Ados, ERShares chief investment strategist, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss stock plays for three stocks.

3-Stock Lunch: Salesforce, Chewy & Kohl's

Kohl's Charts a Resilient Path in a Challenging Retail Landscape

Kohl's Corporation NYSE: KSS finds itself navigating choppy waters in the turbulent sea of the retail sector. The renowned omnichannel retailer, known for its value-driven offerings and loyal customer base, recently released its second-quarter fiscal year 2024 earnings report.

Kohl's Charts a Resilient Path in a Challenging Retail Landscape

Kohl's Corporation (KSS) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 28, 2024 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Mark Rupe - Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & Treasury Tom Kingsbury - Chief Executive Officer Jill Timm - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Bob Drbul - Guggenheim Amy Teske - Baird Chuck Grom - Gordon Haskett Oliver Chen - TD Cowen Dana Telsey - Telsey Advisory Group Operator Good morning. My name is Audra, and I will be your conference operator today.

Kohl's Corporation (KSS) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Zacks Investment Research

Kohl's Q2 Earnings Top, Sales Decline Amid Consumer Challenges

KSS' Q2 results show higher earnings on improved gross margin and better inventory and expense management. Yet, sales drop amid a tough consumer environment.

Kohl's Q2 Earnings Top, Sales Decline Amid Consumer Challenges

Mixed Messages on New Wave of Retail Earnings

The past couple weeks showed mostly strong earnings and guidance for retail companies, led by giants like Walmart (WMT) and Target (TGT). The latest reports aren't as straightforward.

Mixed Messages on New Wave of Retail Earnings

Zacks Investment Research

Kohl's (KSS) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Kohl's (KSS) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended July 2024, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Kohl's (KSS) Q2 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

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