What's Going On With Target Stock Today?
Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert
Target Corp (NYSE:TGT) shares are trading higher in sympathy with Walmart Inc (NYSE:WMT), which reported better-than-expected earnings results for the first quarter. Walmart's strong performance has positively influenced Target's stock ahead of its own earnings report on May 22.

May 16, 2024 | 1:16 pm
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Target shares are trading higher due to positive sentiment from Walmart's strong Q1 earnings. Target is set to report its own earnings on May 22, with expectations of $2.02 EPS and $24.51 billion in revenue.
Target's stock is benefiting from positive market sentiment following Walmart's strong earnings report. Investors are optimistic about Target's upcoming earnings, which could lead to further price appreciation.
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POSITIVE IMPACT
Walmart reported better-than-expected Q1 earnings, with revenue of $161.508 billion and EPS of 60 cents. The company also issued positive guidance for Q2 and full-year performance.
Walmart's strong financial performance and positive guidance have led to a significant increase in its stock price. This is likely to continue in the short term as investors react to the positive news.
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