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Target reports biggest sales jump in four years amid turnaround

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Target reported its largest increase in comparable sales in four years, a 5.6% rise for the quarter ending May 2, signaling a positive turn in its ongoing turnaround strategy. This marks the first positive sales growth after three consecutive quarters of decline, prompting the retailer to raise its annual revenue outlook. The company's new CEO, Michael Fiddelke, expressed cautious optimism about the operational overhaul, which includes a $6 billion plan to remodel stores, refresh product assortments, and improve staffing. AI

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Target reports biggest sales jump in four years amid turnaround

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Anne D'Innocenzio, The Associated Press ·

    Target posts biggest jump in comparable sales in 4 years as turnaround takes shape

    The retail chain also raised its annual revenue outlook, saying it expected the momentum to continue the rest of the year.

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