Kohls Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) announced the details of its cash tender offer for up to $1,043,885,000 of outstanding senior notes. This Maximum Amount increased from $1 billion. The offer includes various notes with different yields, spreads, and total consideration, such as 9.500% Notes due 2025 and 4.250% Notes due 2025. The Early Tender Deadline is set for April 23, 2021. Additionally, Kohl’s has met the Financing Condition by issuing $500 million in new 3.375% Notes due 2031. The settlement date is expected on April 13, 2021, with accrued interest included.

Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS) announced the results of its cash tender offer for various Notes due in 2023 and 2025 as of the Early Tender Deadline on April 9, 2021. The offer includes 9.500% Notes due 2025 and 4.250% Notes due 2025, among others. Notable amounts tendered include $486.98 million for the 9.500% Notes and $649.92 million for the 4.250% Notes. This strategic move reflects Kohl's effort to manage its debt obligations effectively and optimize its financial structure, enhancing shareholder value.

Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) urges shareholders to vote for all 12 nominees on the BLUE proxy card ahead of the Annual Meeting on May 12, 2021. The company highlights its focus on a strategic plan announced in October 2020, aiming for a 7-8% operating margin through improved gross margins and efficiency in SG&A expenses. Kohl’s has reported a 200% stock appreciation since the announcement, outperforming the S&P 500. The partnership with Sephora, launching in 200 locations in 2021, is expected to increase customer traffic and sales.

Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) has opened its sixth e-commerce fulfillment center in Etna, Ohio, to meet rising online demand. This 1.2 million square-foot facility is the company's largest and most efficient, focusing on faster order processing through advanced automation. With over 100% growth in digital sales over five years, the center enhances Kohl's operational efficiency and geographic reach. Kohl's aims to add over 400 jobs in the Columbus area and leverage its stores for online order fulfillment, enhancing its omnichannel capabilities.

Macellum Advisors, Ancora Holdings, Legion Partners, and 4010 Capital, collectively known as the Investor Group, announced their nomination of five candidates for Kohl's Board of Directors (NYSE: KSS). The group owns approximately 9.3% of Kohl's common stock, totaling 14,696,905 shares, including call options. The letter asserts that many of Kohl's claims are unfounded and presents a case for change in governance. The complete letter is accessible online.

Kohl's Corporation (NYSE: KSS) has reached out to shareholders to highlight the strength of its Board of Directors, emphasizing their qualifications and recent successes. The company has experienced over 200% stock price appreciation since announcing a new strategy in October 2020, significantly outperforming the S&P 500. Kohl's is urging shareholders to vote for its 12 highly qualified nominees using the BLUE proxy card for the upcoming Annual Meeting on May 12, 2021. Additionally, the Board has reinstated the quarterly dividend and share repurchase program, showcasing its commitment to enhancing shareholder value.

Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) has initiated a cash tender offer for up to $1 billion in various Notes, including 9.500% and 4.250% Notes due 2025, among others. The offer, detailed in an Offer to Purchase dated March 29, 2021, allows holders to tender their Notes by April 23, 2021, with an Early Tender Deadline of April 9, 2021. Early participants will receive total consideration that includes an early tender premium. The Tender Offer is subject to terms in the Offer to Purchase and may be amended or withdrawn.

Macellum Advisors, Ancora Holdings, Legion Partners, and 4010 Capital, collectively owning 9.3% of Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS), have proposed five candidates for the Board of Directors election on May 12, 2021. They criticize the current Board for excessive executive compensation despite poor performance, highlighting a 43% salary increase for the CEO in 2020 amid a 20% sales decline. They argue that the Board’s compensation strategy misaligns with shareholder interests and has led to significant underperformance compared to the retail industry.

Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) has announced the addition of Cole Haan, a prominent footwear brand, to its inventory, now available in 200 stores and online. This range includes popular styles such as leather loafers and the innovative Stitchlite™ footwear. The partnership aims to appeal to customers' active lifestyles and enhance Kohl's brand portfolio, which already features numerous national brands like Nike and Adidas. Kohl's is focused on evolving its offerings to attract new customers and strengthen its reputation as a key player in the active and casual retail market.