Target Profit Margin

Target (TGT) currently reports a profit margin of 3.95% as of April 2026. That compares with 5.58% in the prior-year period — down 29.2% year over year. That is below the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.39%. Use the charts on this page to explore Target's profit margin history and peer comparisons.

Target's profit margin decreased from 5.58% to 3.95% — a 29.2% year-over-year decrease (period ending April 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.

Target's profit margin of 3.95% is lower than the Consumer Discretionary sector average of 10.39%. That is roughly 62.0% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.

There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Target's current 3.95% should be judged against Consumer Discretionary norms (sector average: 10.39%) and against TGT's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.

Start with the current profit margin of 3.95%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Consumer Discretionary average is 10.39%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Target, and consider following TGT for alerts when major investors trade the stock.