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Kohl’s Corporation (KSS) reported essentially flat second‑quarter results, with total revenue of $3.52 billion, down 0.9% year over year, and net income of $151 million versus $153 million a year ago. Diluted EPS was $1.28 compared with $1.35.
Net sales declined 0.9% and comparable sales fell 0.9%, but gross margin expanded 305 basis points to 43.0%, largely driven by approximately $150 million of tariff refunds, about $100 million of which reduced cost of merchandise sold. SG&A decreased 0.9% to $1.19 billion and remained 33.8% of revenue. Operating income fell to $261 million from $279 million as last year benefited from a one‑time legal settlement.
Kohl’s strengthened its balance sheet: inventory declined 3% to $2.91 billion, cash and cash equivalents rose to $821 million, and long‑term secured and unsecured senior debt fell to $1.33 billion, aided by $113 million of note repurchases and a $15 million gain on extinguishment of debt. Operating cash flow for the first half was $478 million, down from $506 million. The company maintained a quarterly dividend of $0.125 per share, plans about $350–$400 million of 2026 capital expenditures, and expects to resume share repurchases of roughly $100 million under its $3 billion authorization, while noting ongoing risks from evolving tariff and ESG‑related regulations.
Kohl’s Corporation reported a small net loss for the first quarter of 2026 as sales softened and operating income declined. Total revenue was $3.17 billion, down about 2% from a year ago, with net sales of $3.0 billion and comparable sales down 1.1%.
Gross margin held steady at 39.9% of net sales, while selling, general and administrative expenses fell 1.6% to $1.15 billion but deleveraged slightly as a percent of revenue. Operating income slipped to $46 million from $60 million, and net loss was $14 million, or ($0.13) per share, similar to last year.
Inventory was $2.9 billion, 8% lower year-over-year, and operating cash flow was a use of $74 million, an improvement over the prior year. Cash and cash equivalents rose to $429 million, with no borrowings outstanding on the $1.5 billion revolving credit facility and $50 million of long-term debt repurchased on the open market. Kohl’s has submitted claims for roughly $140 million of potential tariff refunds but has not recognized any gain. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.125 per share and continues to prioritize disciplined capital investment and debt reduction.
Kohl’s Corporation reported softer sales but stronger profitability drivers in its third quarter of 2025. Net sales slipped 2.8% to $3.4 billion and comparable sales fell 1.7%, as transactions declined about 3%, while Accessories grew modestly. Total revenue was $3.6 billion. Gross margin improved to 39.6% of net sales, up 51 basis points, helped by tighter inventory, fewer markdowns, and moderating shrink.
SG&A expenses fell 2.1% to $1.3 billion, though they rose as a share of revenue. Operating income declined to $73 million from $98 million. Net income was $8 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, versus $0.20 a year ago, as higher interest and restructuring costs weighed on results.
Year to date, net income rose to $147 million from $61 million, aided by a one-time $129 million gain from a credit card interchange settlement. Operating cash flow surged to $630 million, and inventory was $3.9 billion, down 5% year over year. Kohl’s issued $360 million of 10.000% notes due 2030, repaid $353 million of 4.25% notes, and cut revolving credit borrowings to $45 million. For 2025, the company guides to net sales down 3.5%–4% and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.25–$1.45, with about $400 million in capital spending and a quarterly dividend of $0.125 per share.
Kohl's reported second-quarter results showing lower sales but improved profitability and cash flow. Net sales fell 5.1% to $3.3 billion with comparable sales down 4.2%. Gross margin rose to 39.9% (up 28 basis points) while SG&A fell 4.1% to $1.2 billion but increased to 33.8% of revenue (up 32 basis points). The company recorded a $129 million gain on a legal settlement and operating income rose to $279 million from $166 million a year earlier, a 7.9% operating margin (up 343 basis points). Reported net income was $153 million, or $1.35 per diluted share, versus $66 million, or $0.59 per diluted share, last year; adjusted net income was $64 million, or $0.56 per adjusted diluted share.
Inventory totaled $3.0 billion (down 5%), operating cash flow improved to $598 million from $254 million, revolver borrowings were $75 million (down $335 million), current portion of long-term debt was reduced by $353 million through repayment of 4.25% notes due July 2025, and long-term debt rose $347 million after issuing $360 million of 10.00% senior secured notes due 2030. The Board declared a $0.125 quarterly dividend payable September 24, 2025. Management noted capital expenditures of approximately $400 million and provided adjusted diluted EPS guidance of $0.50 to $0.80.