Kohl’s (KSS) stock soared on Tuesday after the retail chain announced results from its Q3 2025 earnings report. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of 10 cents, which was a surprise profit compared to Wall Street’s estimate of -16 cents. However, it was down 50% from the 20 cents per share reported in the third quarter of 2024.
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Kohl’s Q3 2025 earnings report also included revenue of $3.41 billion, compared to analysts’ estimate of $3.32 billion for the period. Traders will also keep in mind that this represents a revenue decrease of 2.8% year-over-year from $3.51 billion.
Kohl’s stock was up 27.08% in pre-market trading on Tuesday alongside its latest earnings release, following a slight gain yesterday. The stock has also rallied 16.09% year-to-date and 3.35% over the past 12 months.
Kohl’s Stock Guidance
Kohl’s also provided investors with its guidance for 2025 in its latest earnings report. The company expects adjusted EPS to range from $1.25 to $1.45, compared to Wall Street’s estimate of $1.02. It also noted a revenue decrease of 3.5% to 4% year-over-year.
Michael Bender, the new CEO of Kohl’s, said, “I am very proud of the work our team has accomplished to date, as we continue to operate our company with strong discipline, deliver solid cash flow generation, and maintain a healthy balance sheet. This will serve as a strong foundation as we reposition Kohl’s for future growth.”
Is Kohl’s Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?
Turning to Wall Street, the analysts’ consensus rating for Kohl’s is Moderate Sell, based on one Buy, six Hold, and six Sell ratings over the past three months. With that comes an average KSS stock price target of $12.66, representing a potential 19.52% downside for the shares. These ratings and price targets will likely change as analysts update their coverage following the company’s earnings report.
