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title: "Analysts set cautious tone for Target ahead of Q1 earnings"
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description: "Analysts predict Target's Q1 EPS at $1.35 and revenue at $24.28 billion, citing modest growth in key categories. However, concerns over high gas prices, tariffs, and slowing consumer demand are dampening optimism. Target plans to invest $5 billion in store remodels and new locations to improve the shopping experience and fulfillment."
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# Analysts set cautious tone for Target ahead of Q1 earnings

Earnings expectations: Analysts forecast Q1 EPS of $1.35 and revenue of $24.28 billion, with modest growth in key merchandise categories. Macro headwinds: Concerns over high gas prices, tariffs, and slowing consumer demand are tempering optimism despite earlier stock gains. Expansion strategy: Target is investing $5 billion in store remodels and new locations to enhance shopping experience and strengthen fulfillment.

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