Target Corp. Hits New 52-Week Low at $86.30 Amid Declining Performance

Target Corp., a mid-cap player in the retailing industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 86.30 as of September 22, 2025. This marks a significant decline, with the stock's performance over the past year showing a decrease of 41.72%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 16.64% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 41,578 million, and it currently has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.00. Despite the recent price drop, Target Corp. maintains a high dividend yield of 251.18%, indicating a strong return on investment for shareholders. The company also demonstrates solid management efficiency, reflected in a return on equity (ROE) of 22.81% and a return on capital employed (ROCE) of 20.83%.

However, Target has faced challenges in long-term growth, with operating profit declining at an annual rate of -0.56% over the last five years. The stock's performance has been below par, generating a return of -43.68% in the last year and underperforming the S&P 500 across multiple time frames.