Analyst Paul Lejuez from Citi maintained a Hold rating on Kohl’s and keeping the price target at $8.00.
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Paul Lejuez has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors impacting Kohl’s stock. The expected earnings per share for the second quarter are anticipated to align with market consensus, with no quarterly guidance provided by management. Despite the potential challenges from tariffs, the management is likely to reaffirm its fiscal year 2025 guidance, suggesting a level of confidence in their financial projections.
Additionally, the stock experienced a rise in July attributed to a short squeeze rather than any substantial news, and short interest remains notably high. While foot traffic and department store sales have shown some deceleration, the risk/reward profile appears favorable as the company approaches its earnings announcement. This is because there is no expectation of a miss or reduction in guidance, which could positively influence the stock price.
According to TipRanks, Lejuez is a 5-star analyst with an average return of 10.1% and a 57.61% success rate. Lejuez covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as Deckers Outdoor, Five Below, and PVH.
In another report released on August 13, TR | OpenAI – 4o also reiterated a Hold rating on the stock with a $13.00 price target.