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.
December Retail Sales Missed Expectations. Holiday Sales Were Still Solid.
Retail sales gained 0.4% in December from November, slightly below projections for a 0.5% increase, according to FactSet.
Nation's largest trade group: holiday sales rose a better-than-expected 4%
Sales for the 2024 holiday shopping season turned out to be robust and better than expected, as easing inflation on merchandise drove shoppers to buy, according to the nation's largest retail trade group.
Retail sales point to a robust holiday shopping season. U.S. economy starts off 2025 with some momentum.
Retail sales rose at a solid pace in the final month of 2024, capping off a good holiday shopping season and suggesting the economy entered the new year with some momentum.
UK retail sales fall unexpectedly in December, adding to downbeat data
British retail sales fell unexpectedly in December, according to official data on Friday that added to a run of downbeat economic indicators that are likely to further boost expectations for a Bank of England interest rate cut next month.
US retail sales rose modestly last month amid solid holiday shopping, boosting economy
Americans stepped up their spending at retail stores and restaurants last month in a clear sign that consumers are still able and willing to shop.
U.S. Retail Sales Rise 0.4% In December, Less Than Expected
The Commerce Department released a report on Thursday showing retail sales in the U.S. increased by less than expected in the month
US retail sales exit 2024 with momentum; labor market on solid ground
U.S. retail sales increased in December as households bought motor vehicles and a range of other goods, pointing to strong demand in the economy and further reinforcing the Federal Reserve's cautious approach to cutting interest rates this year.
US Economy: Retail Sales Broadly Advance in December
Looks like we had a good retail month, but not a great one. The anticipation was for a very strong retail sales number comes in at 4/10 instead of the 6/10 that was forecast ex autos 4/10 as well, ex autos and gas 3/10.
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 ...
Target bumps up holiday sales forecast but margin worries rub off shine
Target raised its holiday-quarter comparable sales forecast on Thursday, buoyed by robust shopper demand for clothing, toys ...
Target’s holiday sales show a rebound from third-quarter doldrums
Target raised guidance for a key metric in an update on its holiday sales after achieving records for both Black Friday and ...
Target announces better-than-expected holiday sales, but investors wary of no profit update
In the third quarter, rival Walmart ( WMT) posted adjusted earnings per share of $0.58, alongside same-store sales growth of ...
Target raising Q4 sales forecast on record holiday sales
Target (TGT) is raising its fourth quarter sales forecast as the retailer reports record-high sales figures from its Black ...
Target’s Holiday Sales Show Signs of Life
The holidays brought more cheer than Target expected. Target said Thursday that same-store and digital sales in November and December rose 2% compared with the same period last year. Visits to stores ...
Target Shakes Up Leadership As It Announces Holiday Sales Grew 2.8 Percent
Target Corporation revealed a 2.8% increase in total holiday sales for November and December, amidst upcoming leadership ...