JOURNAL ARTICLE

Kohl's Says Shoppers Want More Value; It's Struggling to Give It.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Meier, Lily 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Kohl's Corp.'s recent financial performance, highlighting worse-than-expected sales during the last quarter, with comparable sales declining 2.8% over the Christmas shopping season. The retailer has faced challenges including losing competitive ground during key shopping periods and adapting to more value-conscious consumers. Following the firing of its former CEO over a conflict of interest, Michael Bender was appointed permanent CEO and is pursuing strategies similar to his predecessor, emphasizing proprietary brands and enhancing both online and in-store shopping experiences. Kohl's forecasted comparable sales for the fiscal year to be flat or decline up to 2%, aligning with analyst expectations. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/03, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Business and Management
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:192211220
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