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In this articleKSSNKEAn exterior view of the Kohl's store at the Paxton Town Centre near Harrisburg. A customer walks with a Nike shopping bag.Paul Weaver | SOPA Images | Emily Elconin | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesNike and Kohl's may not be winning on Wall Street, but a wide set of consumers still consider them to be the best in their categories, according to a consumer sentiment survey released Thursday. The Consumer Sentiment Index from consulting firm AlixPartners asked 9,000 fashion shoppers from Gen Z to ...

We are currently offering a free two-week trial to Distressed Value Investing . Join our community to receive exclusive research about various companies and other opportunities along with full access to my portfolio of historic research that now includes over 1,000 reports on over 100 companies. Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS ) has had a challenging first half of 2024. Kohl's reported -4.8% comparable store sales growth during the first half of the year, far below its initial full-year guidance of +0% to +2% ...

As the holiday season approaches, Kohl's Corporation (KSS) is rolling out a solid strategy to stay competitive with other retailers. The company's holiday season strategy is focused on delivering affordable gifts, an enhanced shopping experience with fresh in-store displays and compelling value throughout the season. Customers can expect fresh deals every week in November and December. KSS Offers Greater Gift Options at Unbeatable Prices Kohl's has nearly doubled its gift offerings this year, solidifying it ...

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Lokibaho Investment Summary My previous investment thought on Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS) (published on 3rd June 2024) was a sell rating because of the poor sales trend and the uncertain macro environment. Since my coverage, the stock has gone down by ~17%, pretty much in line with my expectation for a 20% decline. I still think the business fundamentals are being challenged in the near term, with little chance that KSS can meet its FY24 SSS growth guidance. However, because the valuation has already been ...

Core Insights - Kohl's exceeded profit estimates for Q2 despite a decline in sales, attributed to cost-cutting measures [1] - The company raised its full-year earnings per share outlook while warning of a challenging consumer environment [1][3] - Kohl's shares have decreased nearly 33% in value this year, despite a slight increase on the day of the report [1][3] Financial Performance - Kohl's reported Q2 earnings per share (EPS) of $0.59, surpassing analyst expectations by $0.14 [2] - Revenue fell by 4.2% to $3.5 billion, with comparable store sales down 5.1%, both figures below expectations [2] - Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased by 4.2% to $1.2 billion [2] Future Outlook - The company now anticipates a full-year revenue decline of 6%, revised from a previous forecast of a 4% decrease [3] - Kohl's raised its profit outlook for the year to a range of $1.75 to $2.25 per share, up from $1.25 to $1.85 [3] - Full-year comparable store sales are expected to decline by 5%, compared to an earlier estimate of a 3% decrease [3] Management Commentary - CEO Tom Kingsbury noted significant actions taken to reposition Kohl's for future growth, despite challenges in the consumer environment and core business [4] - He highlighted that shoppers are exhibiting more discretion in their spending, yet the company's commitment to its strategy remains strong [4]

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 earnings report release provided a picture of resilience despite the challenging retail environment. Get Kohl's alerts: Kohl's Q2 2024 Performance: Weathering the Storm Kohl's Today Kohl's $20.83 +1.23 (+6.28%) 52-Week Range $1 ...

For the quarter ended July 2024, Kohl's (KSS) reported revenue of $3.73 billion, down 4.2% over the same period last year. EPS came in at $0.59, compared to $0.52 in the year-ago quarter. The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.8 billion, representing a surprise of -1.85%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +28.26%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.46. While investors closely watch year-over-year changes in headline numbers -- revenue and earnings -- and how they co ...

Kohl's (KSS) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.59 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.46 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.52 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for nonrecurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 28.26%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this department store operator would post earnings of $0.04 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.24, delivering a surprise of -700%. Over the last four quarters, the co ...