Target’s $2 billion turnaround bet: new CEO flags a path back to growth
Target will invest an additional $2 billion in 2026, raising total capital spending to about $5 billion and planning over 30 new stores and 130 remodels. Fourth-quarter net sales fell 1.5% to $30.45 billion, with comparable sales down 2.5%. Shares jumped nearly 7% after the outlook, reaching a one-year high. Target forecasts 2026 earnings of $7.50–$8.50 per share on about 2% net sales growth.