Kohl's Stock News

Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS) shares surged more than 32% Tuesday after the retailer reported a third-quarter earnings beat and raised its full-year guidance, buoyed by stronger-than-expected sales. For the quarter ended September 30, net sales fell 2.8% year-on-year to $3.4 billion, slightly above analysts' estimate of $3.33 billion.

Kohl's stock exploded 34% on Tuesday, jumping to $21.10 from $15.73 as Q3 earnings delivered an unmistakable turnaround signal. Same-store sales beat expectations, inventory discipline paid off, and management lifted full-year guidance well above Wall Street's predictions.

The company raised its guidance for the fiscal year.

Kohl's strong results come on Michael Bender's second day as official CEO, and as discount retailers are enjoying an uptick in sales.

Kohl's raised its full-year outlook after posting a surprise profit in the fiscal third quarter, and the company said its turnaround is gaining momentum.

Kohl's on Tuesday raised its annual forecasts for the second time this year, as the company banks on new collections and promotions across categories to drive demand during the holiday season while navigating top-level changes.

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kohl's Corporation [NYSE:KSS] (“Kohl's” or the “Company”) today reported results for the third quarter ended November 1, 2025. Net sales decreased 2.8% and comparable sales decreased 1.7% Gross margin increased 51 basis points Diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) of $0.07 and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.10 (a) Raises full year 2025 financial outlook Kohl's B...

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