The 14 Wall Street analysts covering Kohl's Corp. hold a median 12-month price target of $16 — -20.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 92 of 100 as at 1 Aug 2026 — among the strongest tenth. The factors read stronger than the Street's target implies. That gap is the story on this page.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Kohl's Corp. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Accruals (93): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.
Volatility (8): The share price moves around a lot.
The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Kohl's Corp. — and when they’d sell — is the membership.
The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on KSS, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits −20.4% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 July 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Reinstates | Underweight | $15 |
| 8 June 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 1 June 2026 | Citigroup | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 29 May 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 17 Mar 2026 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintains | Market Perform | — |
| 12 Mar 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Underperform | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Maintains | In-Line | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Sell | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Jefferies | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintains | Market Perform | — |
| 11 Mar 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Sell | — |
| 10 Mar 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 10 Mar 2026 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintains | Market Perform | — |
| 4 Mar 2026 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintains | Market Perform | — |
| 19 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 14 Jan 2026 | Jefferies | Assumes | Hold | $24 → $22 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | Jefferies | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 26 Nov 2025 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
Cheaper than 62% of US stocks
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Higher than 26% of US stocks
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Higher than 57% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| KSSKohl's Corp. | $2.2B | 92 |
| PLBLPolibeli Group Ltd. | $2.0B | 3 |
| MMacy's, Inc. | $6.5B | 95 |
| DDSDillard's, Inc. | $9.2B | 88 |
| AINAlbany International Corp.* | $2.1B | 53 |
| PRKSUnited Parks & Resorts, Inc.* | $2.2B | 61 |
| BOBSBobs Discount Furniture, Inc.* | $2.2B | 2 |
* Nearest Consumer Cyclical names by size — few department stores companies of this scale trade in the US universe.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. KSS appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Kohl's announced that John Schlifske is retiring from the Board and stepping down as Chair after nearly 15 years. The Board unanimously elected director Wendy Arlin as the new Chair, effective immediately.
Why it matters — A board chair transition signals a shift in governance leadership at Kohl's, which investors following the company may monitor for any changes in strategic direction.
Kohl's announced it is offering thousands of back-to-school styles and everyday essentials priced under $25, including clothing, backpacks, and dorm items, to help families shop on a budget.
Why it matters — The promotion highlights Kohl's effort to attract budget-conscious back-to-school shoppers, a key seasonal sales period for the retailer.
The 14 Wall Street analysts covering Kohl's Corp. have a median 12-month price target of $16, with estimates ranging from $9 to $41. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 14 analysts covering Kohl's Corp., 2 rate it a Buy, 7 a Hold and 5 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Kohl's Corp. 92 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 1 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 1 Aug 2026, Kohl's Corp. ranks 92 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (93 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 14 analysts implies -20.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Kohl's Corp. 92 out of 100 as at 1 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Kohl's Corp. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for KSS are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $9 to $41 over the next 12 months.
Kohl's Corp. returned +93.1% over the 12 months to 3 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Kohl's Corporation operates family-oriented department stores across the United States, offering an omnichannel retail experience through physical locations, Kohls.com, and the Kohl's app. The company specializes in apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and children, alongside home products, beauty items, and jewelry.
The most recent item we track (Business Wire, 29 July 2026): "Kohl's Announces Board Chair Transition, New Director". Kohl's announced that John Schlifske is retiring from the Board and stepping down as Chair after nearly 15 years. The Board unanimously elected director Wendy Arlin as the new Chair, effective immediately.
Kohl's Corporation operates family-oriented department stores across the United States, offering an omnichannel retail experience through physical locations, Kohls.com, and the Kohl's app. The company specializes in apparel, footwear, and accessories for women, men, and children, alongside home products, beauty items, and jewelry. It features national brands, exclusive partnerships like Sephora shops, and proprietary brands that support its focus on active and casual lifestyles. Kohl's emphasizes value-driven merchandise with consistent assortments adapted to regional preferences, serving families seeking everyday essentials and seasonal fashion at competitive prices. Digital sales complement in-store shopping, providing convenience and promotions. The retailer maintains disciplined inventory management, category mix optimization, and cost controls in its core segments of apparel, home, and beauty. Founded in 1962 and headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Kohl's Corporation plays a key role in the mid-tier department store sector, delivering accessible shopping options nationwide.
CEO Mr. Michael J. Bender · 84,000 employees · United States · https://www.corporate.kohls.com