Long term price target of $34 Originally published on 3/31/25 in The Millegan Memo https://www.woodworth.fund/news/the-millegan-memo-march-2025 KOHL’S HARD CASH: DIGGING UP VALUE IN $KSS Kohl’s continues to drop despite a relatively rosy reported earnings and balance sheet. In what appears to be an overreaction to broader uncertainties in the US economy, consumer sentiment, and possibly disappointing performance of certain internal segments, Kohl’s has declined over 30% since it reported earnings earlier this month.
Key Takeaways Persistent decline in core customer transactions and shifting shopping habits threaten future revenue growth and profitability for Kohl's traditional retail model. Increased promotional activity, higher labor costs, and slow digital transformation weigh on margins and hinder sustainable sales recovery.