Target Appoints New COO, Current COO to Step Down

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Fiddelke as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective February 4, 2024. He will also continue in his role as Chief Financial Officer until a successor is appointed. John J. Mulligan, the current COO, will step down on the same date and transition to a strategic advisor role until February 1, 2025. Additionally, Don H. Liu, Executive Vice President and Chief Legal & Compliance Officer, informed Target of his intention to retire in 2024 and will serve as a strategic advisor post-retirement.

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About Target Corporation

Target Corporation is a major American mass-market retailer known for offering a broad assortment of general merchandise and food products to consumers. Originally founded in 1902 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Target operates a wide network of large-format stores across the United States, in addition to its robust e-commerce platform. Target's primary function is to provide customers with a highly curated selection of quality products at competitive prices, spanning categories such as apparel, home goods, electronics, and groceries. The company is notable for its focus on style and value, branding itself as "Expect More. Pay Less." Target Corporation impacts various sectors, prominently influencing retail, supply chain logistics, and consumer behavior trends with significant market strategies such as private label offerings and exclusive designer collaborations. Holding a considerable share of the retail market, Target plays a critical role in shaping the competitive landscape, balancing between robust in-store experiences and investments in digital transformation to meet evolving consumer demands. Its influence extends to the broader retail economy, often serving as a bellwether for consumer spending patterns and retail sector health.