Target Corp.’s CEO, Brian Cornell, has been named one of the worst CEOs in America due to poor quarterly results and stock performance. Under Cornell’s leadership, Target’s stock is down 49% over the past five years, while competitors like Walmart and Costco have seen significant growth.

Target has reported consecutive quarters of bad earnings, with net sales falling 1.5% and earnings decreasing 18.2% in the most recent quarter. Out of 38 analysts, 28 rate Target as Sell or Hold, with an average price target of $96.52.

Cornell’s high compensation of $20,407,603 in 2024, 753 times the median employee compensation, has further angered shareholders and employees alike. The transition to new CEO Michael Fiddelke is expected to bring change, but concerns remain about regaining lost market share and competitiveness.

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