Target's Leadership Shift & Q2 Recovery
Target appoints Michael Fiddelke CEO, effective 2026. Despite Q2 earnings beating estimates with improved traffic and digital growth, shares fell as annual forecasts remain unchanged amidst retail challenges.
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Target appoints Michael Fiddelke CEO, effective 2026. Despite Q2 earnings beating estimates with improved traffic and digital growth, shares fell as annual forecasts remain unchanged amidst retail challenges.
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