Kohl’s Q2 Profit Beat Lifts Outlook as Tariff Refunds Boost Margins
Kohl’s reported a Q2 profit far stronger than expected and raised full-year adjusted earnings guidance to $1.80-$2.40 per share. The earnings beat came despite net sales and comparable sales falling 0.9%, with margins supported by about $150 million in IEEPA tariff refunds. Back-to-school and holiday demand remain the key next test as sales stabilize.