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Positive market reaction to a beat on EPS and a better-than-anticipated comp trend, plus reaffirmed guidance; improving inventory and balance sheet offer a catalyst. Risk remains from ongoing macro headwinds and only modest top-line improvement.
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Kohl's posted a modest Q1 beat on expectations with net sales of $3.0 billion and a 13-cent loss per share, better than the 19-cent estimate, while comp sales declined 1.1% (best in four years). The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, aiming for net and comp sales to be down 2% to flat, with adjusted EPS of $1 to $1.60. Despite the weaker top line, management highlighted disciplined costs, cleaner inventories, and an improved balance sheet, triggering an ~8% premarket rise as investors weigh the turnaround potential against ongoing macro pressure.
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