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Financial Highlights
(Note: Reflects amounts attributable to continuing operations. 2017 was a 53-week year.)
Total Revenue
In Millions
Operating Income
In Millions
Net Earnings
In Millions
Diluted EPS
1
7
2
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0
7
$
4
1
7
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7
$
6
5
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$
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2021 Growth: 13.3%
Five-year CAGR: 8.6%
2021 Growth: 36.8%
Five-year CAGR: 13.0%
2021 Growth: 59.0%
Five-year CAGR: 21.1%
2021 Growth: 63.1%
Five-year CAGR: 25.2%
Total 2021 Sales: $104,611 Million
26%
20%
19%
18%
17%
Beauty & Household
Essentials
Food & Beverage
Home Furnishings
& Décor
Hardlines
Apparel &
Accessories
Letter to Shareholders
A Team that Cares to Grow
Target has completed two fiscal years and started a third since the
pandemic began. In that time, we’ve grown by tens of billions of dollars,
through 19-consecutive quarters of comp-store growth, including
11-straight quarters of growth that preceded COVID-19.
Throughout these often difficult months, we’ve invested more than
ever in our team members and their families, contributed to meaningful
gains in diversity, equity and inclusion, and organized significant
resources through Target Forward to support environmental and social
sustainability for the decades ahead.
Everything about these actions and results speaks not to the past but
the future—one of continuing care for our stakeholders and profitable
growth for the long term.
In the simplest terms, we’ll keep growing because we’ve invested in
the team, strategy and capabilities to do what’s at the very heart of our
company culture: take care of the millions of families who comprise our
team and guests, communities, partners and shareholders.
From impetus to implementation
In 40 years in business, I’ve never seen a better blend between a
team’s aspirations and the capabilities needed to bring them to life.
As recently as 2017, the main potential for Target lay in our purpose:
to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Back then, we
didn’t have the tools to perform consistently on the level and scale we
envisioned. Now we do, and the results are unmistakable.
At a time when so much in the world around us has been out of our
control, staying focused on families—on delivering small doses of
everyday joy, on providing both the items families need and those they
want—has contributed something distinctive for the millions of people
we serve. It has also sparked exceptional business performance.
In 2021, we grew comparable sales by 12.7%, on top of record growth
in 2020. Our digital growth continued to outpace the industry, driven
by our unique ability to fulfill more than 95% of all sales, physical and
digital, from our stores. And we solidified the huge market-share gains
we saw in 2020 across our core merchandising categories.
Virtually all of that growth was driven by traffic gains, which means that
week after week, more guests keep turning to Target.
Strategic not cyclical
Our record growth of 2020 and our additional expansion of 2021 were
enabled by investments we’d made in a unified set of initiatives intended
to drive growth over long time horizons.
But even as we celebrate extraordinary near-term progress, we remain
much closer to the start of our growth than the end of it.
What’s happening in our stores offers an illustration and proof that
we’re just getting started.
We have locations that grew from $40 million in sales to $50 million or
$60 million in the last couple of years, not all of which have received our
key long-term growth drivers.
Only about half of our nearly 2,000 stores have been touched by our
extensive remodel program. In the years ahead, about 200 more per
year will be remodeled, will be optimized for same-day services like
Order Pickup and Drive Up, will receive highly popular and productive
additions like Ulta Beauty, Disney, Apple or Levi’s, or updated and
expanded grocery space.
At the same time, we’ll open about 30 new stores per year, in a broader
range of locations, serving a more diverse guest base than ever.
And we’ll add significant new supply chain capacity and infrastructure
in markets across America.
We’ll also continue to invest heavily in our global team, now more than
400,000 strong, knowing they are absolutely essential to our recent and
long-term success. In 2021, investments included our industry-leading
tuition-reimbursement benefit, our evolved staffing model meant to
provide more stable hours and paychecks for our team, and ongoing
pandemic support such as vulnerable leave, vaccination pay and
frontline bonuses. Earlier this year, we announced another large
investment of up to $300 million to set a new starting wage range of
$15 to $24 per hour and to expand access to our healthcare benefits
for more team members and their families.
This is very much in keeping with a principle we articulated to an
audience of investors earlier this year: that caring for and investing
in our team is the best long-term investment we can make in
our business.
Performance points to greater potential
Whereas five years ago we saw enormous potential in our purpose, we
now have the performance to back it up—and that performance points
to even greater potential.
We expect investments like the ones I’ve mentioned here to keep
us growing faster than the market for years to come. To drive
mid-single-digit growth in total revenue and operating income, and
high-single-digit growth in adjusted earnings per share. We’ve also
raised our expectations for after-tax return on invested capital, to the
high 20% to 30% range, a level that puts us in rare air among our
retail peers.
In closing, I’ll say that no one understands better than our team how
much potential is in front of us. When I reflect on how we’ve pulled
together through adversity, and how we’re more tightly connected than
ever through our culture, I can’t think of a team that is better suited to
take care of our guests and communities, at a time when taking care
seems like the most important thing of all.
We’ve shown that we have the values to meet this moment, as well as
the resources, the momentum, the size, scale and unified ambition to
do so. And that is why I’m convinced that Target will continue to deliver
tremendous value for shareholders and all stakeholders for many
years to come.
Brian Cornell, Chairman and CEO
References to expected future financial performance are forward looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, including those described in the Risk Factors section of this Annual Report.
Financial Summary
FINANCIAL RESULTS (in millions)
Sales
Other revenue
Total revenue
Cost of sales
Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A)
Depreciation and amortization (exclusive of depreciation
included in cost of sales)
Operating income
Net interest expense (b)
Net other (income) / expense
Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes
Provision for income taxes (c)
Net earnings from continuing operations
Discontinued operations, net of tax
Net earnings
PER SHARE
Basic earnings per share
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net earnings per share
Cash dividends declared
FINANCIAL POSITION (in millions)
Total assets
Capital expenditures
Long-term debt, including current portion
Net debt (d)
Shareholders’ investment
FINANCIAL RATIOS
Comparable sales growth (e)
Gross margin (% of sales)
SG&A expenses (% of total revenue)
Operating income margin (% of total revenue)
OTHER
Common shares outstanding (in millions)
Operating cash flow provided by continuing
operations (in millions)
Revenue per square foot (f)
Retail square feet (in thousands)
Square footage growth
Total number of stores
Total number of distribution centers
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017 (a)
$
104,611
$ 92,400
$
77,130
$ 74,433
$ 71,786
1,394
106,005
74,963
19,752
2,344
8,946
421
(382)
8,907
1,961
6,946
—
1,161
93,561
66,177
18,615
2,230
6,539
977
16
5,546
1,178
4,368
—
982
78,112
54,864
16,233
2,357
4,658
477
(9)
4,190
921
3,269
12
923
75,356
53,299
15,723
2,224
4,110
461
(27)
3,676
746
2,930
7
928
72,714
51,125
15,140
2,225
4,224
653
(59)
3,630
722
2,908
6
$
6,946
$
4,368
$
3,281
$
2,937
$
2,914
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
14.23
—
14.23
14.10
—
14.10
3.38
53,811
3,544
13,720
8,735
12,827
12.7%
28.3%
18.6%
8.4%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
8.72
—
8.72
8.64
—
8.64
2.70
51,248
2,649
12,680
5,036
14,440
19.3%
28.4%
19.9%
7.0%
$
$
$
$
$
6.39
0.02
6.42
6.34
0.02
6.36
2.62
$ 42,779
$
$
$
$
3,027
11,499
9,689
11,833
3.4%
28.9%
20.8%
6.0%
$
$
$
$
$
5.54
0.01
5.55
5.50
0.01
5.51
2.54
$ 41,290
$
3,516
$ 11,275
$ 10,506
$ 11,297
5.0%
28.4%
20.9%
5.5%
$
$
$
$
$
5.32
0.01
5.32
5.29
0.01
5.29
2.46
$ 40,303
$ 2,533
$ 11,398
$ 10,267
$ 11,651
1.3%
28.8%
20.8%
5.8%
471.3
500.9
504.2
517.8
541.7
$
$
8,625
437
243,284
0.7%
1,926
48
$
$
10,525
388
241,648
0.5%
1,897
44
$
$
7,099
326
$
$
5,970
314
240,516
239,581
0.4%
1,868
42
0.1%
1,844
40
$
$
6,861
298
239,355
(0.1)%
1,822
41
(a) Consisted of 53 weeks.
(b) Includes losses on early retirement of debt of $512 million, $10 million, and $123 million for 2020, 2019, and 2017, respectively.
(c) For 2018 and 2017, includes $36 million and $343 million, respectively, of discrete tax benefits related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
(d) Including current portion of long-term debt and other borrowings, net of short-term investments of $5.0 billion, $7.6 billion, $1.8 billion, $769 million, and $1.1 billion as of year-end 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018,
and 2017, respectively. Management believes this measure is an indicator of our level of financial leverage because short-term investments are available to pay debt maturity obligations. For 2017, only
short-term investments held by U.S. entities were used to calculate net debt because amounts held by entities located outside the U.S. were restricted for use.
(e) See definition of comparable sales in Form 10-K, Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
(f) Represents revenue per square foot which is calculated using rolling four quarters average square feet. In 2017, revenue per square foot was calculated excluding the 53rd week in order to provide a
more useful comparison to other years. Using total reported revenue for 2017 (including the 53rd week) resulted in revenue per square foot of $303.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
(Mark One)
☒
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended January 29, 2022
OR
☐
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from ____ to ____
Commission File Number 1-6049
TARGET CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Minnesota
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
1000 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota
(Address of principal executive offices)
41-0215170
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
55403
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 612/304-6073
Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report: N/A
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $0.0833 per share
TGT
New York Stock Exchange
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes o No ☒
Note – Checking the box above will not relieve any registrant required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act from
their obligations under those Sections.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to
such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to
Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required
to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company,
or an emerging growth company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
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Accelerated filer o
Non-accelerated filer o
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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with
any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed a report on and attestation to its management’s assessment of the effectiveness of its
internal control over financial reporting under Section 404(b) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (15 U.S.C. 7262(b)) by the registered public accounting
firm that prepared or issued its audit report. ☒
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The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant as of July 30, 2021, was $127,440,308,386 based on the
closing price of $261.05 per share of Common Stock as reported on the New York Stock Exchange Composite Index.
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of registrant's classes of Common Stock, as of the latest practicable date. Total shares of
Common Stock, par value $0.0833, outstanding as of March 3, 2022, were 462,418,075.
Portions of Target's Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 8, 2022, are incorporated into Part III.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
PART I
Item 1
Business
Item 1A
Risk Factors
Item 1B
Unresolved Staff Comments
Item 2
Item 3
Item 4
Properties
Legal Proceedings
Mine Safety Disclosures
Item 4A
Executive Officers
PART II
Item 5
Item 6
Item 7
Item 7A
Item 8
Item 9
Item 9A
Market for the Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer
Purchases of Equity Securities
Reserved
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial
Disclosure
Controls and Procedures
Item 9B
Other Information
Item 9C
Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections
PART III
Item 10
Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Item 11
Executive Compensation
Item 12
Item 13
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related
Stockholder Matters
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Item 14
Principal Accountant Fees and Services
PART IV
Item 15
Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules
Item 16
Form 10-K Summary
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TARGET CORPORATION
2021 Form 10-K
BUSINESS
PART I
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Item 1. Business
General
Target Corporation (Target, the Corporation, or the Company) was incorporated in Minnesota in 1902. Our corporate
purpose is to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. We offer to our customers, referred to as "guests,"
everyday essentials and fashionable, differentiated merchandise at discounted prices. We operate as a single
segment designed to enable guests to purchase products seamlessly in stores or through our digital channels.
Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profit to communities.
Strategy
Our team, technology, and operations enable us to meet our corporate purpose and offer a preferred shopping
experience to our guests through a durable, growth-driving enterprise strategy that differentiates Target in the
marketplace. The six pillars of our strategy are:
• Delivering affordability to our guests;
• Differentiating from our competition with our owned brands and a curated assortment of leading national
•
•
brands;
Investing to create an engaging and differentiated shopping experience;
Leveraging our stores-as-hubs to efficiently provide a convenient and safe experience for our guests
whether they purchase online or physically in-store;
• Maintaining and enhancing our relevancy to deepen engagement with guests; and
•
Leveraging our size and scale to benefit people, the planet, and our business, primarily through Target
Forward, the sustainability-focused component of our overall business strategy, announced in 2021.
As illustrated by the charts below, our strategy places stores at the center of our flexible fulfillment approach, with
stores fulfilling over 95 percent of total sales.
TARGET CORPORATION
2021 Form 10-K
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Sales(in Billions)$77.1$92.4$104.6$70.3$75.8$84.9$6.8$16.6$19.7Stores OriginatedDigitally Originated201920202021
BUSINESS
Sales by Fulfillment Channel
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Financial Highlights
For information on key financial highlights, see Part II, Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A).
Seasonality
A larger share of annual revenues traditionally occurs in the fourth quarter because it includes the November and
December holiday sales period.
Merchandise
We sell a wide assortment of general merchandise and food. The majority of our general merchandise stores offer
an edited food assortment, including perishables, dry grocery, dairy, and frozen items. Nearly all of our stores larger
than 170,000 square feet offer a full line of food items comparable to traditional supermarkets. Our small format
stores, generally smaller than 50,000 square feet, offer curated general merchandise and food assortments. Our
digital channels include a wide merchandise assortment, including many items found in our stores, along with a
complementary assortment sold by Target and third parties.
Sales by Product Category
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TARGET CORPORATION
2021 Form 10-K
201997.2%2.8%202096.0%4.0%202196.4%3.6%201919%27%19%16%19%202016%26%20%18%20%202117%26%20%18%19% A significant portion of our sales is from national brand merchandise. Approximately one-third of 2021 sales was
related to our owned and exclusive brands, including, but not limited, to the following:
BUSINESS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Owned Brands
A New Day™
All in Motion™
Archer Farms™
Art Class™
Auden™
Ava & Viv™
Boots & Barkley™
Brightroom™
Bullseye's Playground™
Casaluna™
Cat & Jack™
Cloud Island™
Colsie™
Embark™
Everspring™
Favorite Day™
Good & Gather™
Goodfellow & Co™
Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia
Heyday™
Hyde & EEK! Boutique™
JoyLab™
Kindfull™
Knox Rose™
Kona Sol™
Made By Design™
Market Pantry™
Mondo Llama™
More Than Magic™
Opalhouse™
Open Story™
Original Use™
Pillowfort™
Project 62™
Exclusive Adult Beverage Brands
California Roots™
Headliner™
Jingle & Mingle™
Mystic Reef™
Photograph™
Rosé Bae™
Room Essentials™
Shade & Shore™
Simply Balanced™
Smartly™
Smith & Hawken™
Sonia Kashuk™
Spritz™
Stars Above™
Sun Squad™
Threshold™
Universal Thread™
up & up™
Wild Fable™
Wondershop™
Xhilaration™
SunPop™
The Collection™
Wine Cube™
We also sell merchandise through periodic exclusive design and creative partnerships, and shop-in-shop
experiences, with partners such as Apple, Disney, Levi's, and Ulta Beauty, and generate revenue from in-store
amenities such as Target Café, Starbucks, and Target Optical. CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (CVS) operates pharmacies and
clinics in our stores under a perpetual operating agreement from which we generate annual occupancy income.
Customer Loyalty Programs
Our guests receive a 5 percent discount on nearly all purchases and receive free shipping at Target.com when they
use their Target Debit Card, Target Credit Card, or Target™ MasterCard® (collectively, RedCards™). We also seek
to drive customer loyalty and trip frequency through our Target Circle program, where members earn 1 percent
rewards on nearly all non-RedCard purchases, among other benefits.
Distribution
The vast majority of merchandise is distributed to our stores through our network of distribution centers. Common
carriers ship merchandise to and from our distribution centers. Vendors or third-party distributors ship certain food
items and other merchandise directly to our stores. Merchandise sold through our digital channels is distributed to
our guests via common carriers (from stores, distribution centers, vendors, and third-party distributors), delivery via
our wholly owned subsidiary, Shipt, Inc. (Shipt), and through guest pick-up at our stores. Our stores fulfill the
majority of the digitally originated sales, which allows improved product availability, faster fulfillment times, reduced
shipping costs, and allows us to offer guests a suite of same-day fulfillment options such as Order Pickup, Drive Up,
and Shipt.
TARGET CORPORATION
2021 Form 10-K
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Human Capital Management
BUSINESS
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In support of our purpose—to help all families discover the joy of everyday life—we invest in our team, our most
important asset, by giving them opportunities to grow professionally, take care of themselves, each other and their
families, and to make a difference for our guests and our communities. We are among the largest private employers
in the United States (U.S.), and our workforce has varying goals and expectations of their employment relationship,
from team members looking to build a career to students, retirees and others who are seeking to supplement their
income in an enjoyable atmosphere. We seek to be an employer of choice to attract and retain top talent no matter
their objectives in seeking employment. To that end, we strive to foster an engaged, diverse, inclusive, safe,
purpose-driven culture where employees, referred to as "team members," have equitable opportunities for success.
As of January 29, 2022, we employed approximately 450,000 full-time, part-time, and seasonal team members.
Because of the seasonal nature of the retail business, employment levels peak in the holiday season. We also
engage independent contractors, most notably in our Shipt subsidiary.
Our Board of Directors, through the Compensation and Human Capital Management Committee, oversees human
capital management matters.
Talent Development and Engagement
We offer a compelling work environment with meaningful experiences and abundant growth and career-
development opportunities. This starts with the opportunity to do challenging work and learn on the job and is
supplemented by programs and continuous learning that help our team build skills at all levels, including programs
focused on specialized skill development, leadership opportunities, coaching, and mentoring. Our talent and
succession planning process supports the development of a diverse talent pipeline for leadership and other critical
roles. We monitor our team members’ perceptions of these commitments through a number of surveys and take
steps to address areas needing improvement.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and strive to give our team members equitable access to opportunities. We champion
workplace diversity and an inclusive work environment with a focus on attracting, engaging, developing and
advancing diverse talent. We monitor the representation of women and racially or ethnically diverse team members
at different levels throughout the company and disclose the composition of our team in our annual Workforce
Diversity Report (which includes demographic information using the categories disclosed in our EEO-1 report).
Developing teams where team members feel heard, respected, and included is a core Target value and is
fundamental to creating an inclusive guest experience.
Compensation and Benefits
Our compensation and benefits are designed to support the financial, mental, and physical well-being of our team
members and their families. We believe in paying team members equitably, regardless of gender, race or ethnicity,
and we regularly review the pay data of U.S. team members to confirm that we are doing so. Our compensation
packages include a starting wage of at least $15 per hour for U.S. hourly team members (who comprise the vast
majority of our team), a 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to five percent of eligible earnings, paid vacation
and holidays, family leave, merchandise and other discounts, disability insurance, life insurance, healthcare and
dependent care flexible spending accounts, debt-free education assistance and tuition reimbursement, free mental
health services, an annual short-term incentive program, long-term equity awards, and health insurance benefits,
including free virtual health care visits. Eligibility for, and the level of, benefits vary depending on team members’
full-time or part-time status, work location, compensation level, and tenure.
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2021 Form 10-K
Workplace Health and Safety
BUSINESS & RISK FACTORS
Table of Contents
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We strive to maintain a safe and secure work environment and have specific safety programs. This includes
administering a comprehensive occupational injury- and illness-prevention program and training for team members.
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, we have continued to invest in the well-being, health, and safety
of our team members and guests. We extended certain benefits to our team members in light of the COVID-19
pandemic, including bonuses, fully-paid leaves for up to 30 days, free back-up dependent care, and a variety of
mental, emotional, and physical wellness resources. We also enacted dozens of safety, social distancing, and
cleaning measures designed to protect our team and guests during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Working Capital
Effective inventory management is key to our ongoing success, and we use various techniques including demand
forecasting and planning and various forms of replenishment management. We achieve effective inventory
management by staying in-stock in core product offerings, maintaining positive vendor relationships, and carefully
planning inventory levels for seasonal and apparel items to minimize markdowns.
The Liquidity and Capital Resources section in MD&A provides additional details.
Competition
We compete with traditional and internet retailers, including department stores, off-price general merchandise
retailers, wholesale clubs, category-specific retailers, drug stores, supermarkets, direct-to-consumer brands, and
other forms of retail commerce. Our ability to positively differentiate ourselves from other retailers and provide
compelling value to our guests largely determines our competitive position within the retail industry.
Intellectual Property
Our brand image is a critical element of our business strategy. Our principal trademarks, including Target, our
"Expect More. Pay Less." brand promise, and our "Bullseye Design," have been registered with the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office. We also seek to obtain and preserve intellectual property protection for our brands.
Geographic Information
Nearly all of our revenues are generated within the U.S. The vast majority of our property and equipment is located
within the U.S.
Available Information
Our Annual Report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K, proxy statements,
and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Exchange Act are
available free of charge at investors.target.com as soon as reasonably practicable after we file such material with, or
furnish it to, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In addition, the SEC maintains a website (http://
www.sec.gov) that contains information we electronically file with, or furnish to, the SEC. Our Corporate
Governance Guidelines, Code of Ethics, Corporate Responsibility Report, and the charters for the committees of
our Board of Directors are also available free of charge in print upon request or at investors.target.com. Information
on our website is not part of this or any other report we file with, or furnish to, the SEC.
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Item 1A. Risk Factors
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Our business is subject to many risks. Set forth below are the material risks we face. Risks are listed in the
categories where they primarily apply, but other categories may also apply.
Competitive and Reputational Risks
Our continued success is dependent on positive perceptions of Target which, if eroded, could adversely
affect our business and our relationships with our guests and team members.
We believe that one of the reasons our shareholders, guests, team members, and vendors choose Target is the
positive reputation we have built over many years for serving those constituencies and the communities in which we
operate. To be successful in the future, we must continue to preserve Target's reputation. Our reputation is based in
large part on perceptions, both about us and others with whom we do business, and broad access to social media
makes it easy for anyone to provide public feedback that can influence perceptions of Target. It may be difficult to
control negative publicity, regardless of whether it is accurate. Target’s responses to crises and our position or
perceived lack of position on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters, such as sustainability,
responsible sourcing, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), and any perceived lack of transparency about
those matters, could harm our reputation. While reputations may take decades to build, negative incidents involving
us or others with whom we do business can quickly erode trust and confidence and can result in consumer
boycotts, workforce unrest or walkouts, government investigations, or litigation. For example, we have a limited
ability to end our relationship with CVS, which leases space to operate their clinics and pharmacies within our
stores. If our guests have negative experiences with or unfavorably view CVS or other companies with whom we
have relationships, it could cause them to reduce or stop their business with us. Negative reputational incidents
could adversely affect our business and results of operations, including through lost sales, loss of new store and
development opportunities, or team member retention and recruiting difficulties.
If we are unable to positively differentiate ourselves from other retailers, our results of operations could be
adversely affected.
We have been able to compete successfully by differentiating our guests’ shopping experience through a careful
combination of price, merchandise assortment, store environment, convenience, guest service, loyalty programs,
and marketing efforts. Guest perceptions regarding the cleanliness and safety of our stores, the environmental
impact of our business, the functionality, reliability, and speed of our digital channels and fulfillment options, our in-
stock levels, the value and exclusivity of our offerings, and our efforts to source merchandise responsibly and
ethically are among the factors that affect our ability to compete. In addition, our ability to create a personalized
guest experience through the collection and use of accurate and relevant guest data is important to our ability to
differentiate from other retailers. No single competitive factor is dominant, and actions by our competitors on any of
these factors could adversely affect our sales, gross margins, and expenses.
Our owned and exclusive brand products help differentiate us from other retailers, generally carry higher margins
than equivalent national brand products, and represent approximately one-third of our overall sales. If we are unable
to successfully develop, support, and evolve our owned and exclusive brands, if one or more of these brands
experiences a loss of consumer acceptance or confidence, or if we are unable to successfully protect our
intellectual property rights, our sales and gross margins could be adversely affected.
The retail industry's continuing migration to digital channels has affected the ways we differentiate from other
retailers. In particular, consumers can quickly and conveniently comparison shop and determine real-time product
availability using digital tools, which can lead to decisions based solely on price or the functionality of the digital
tools. Consumers may also use third-party channels or devices, such as voice assistants and smart home devices,
to initiate shopping searches and place orders, which could sometimes make us dependent on the capabilities and
search algorithms of those third parties to reach those consumers. Any difficulties in executing our differentiation
efforts or actions by our competitors in response to these efforts could adversely affect our sales, gross margins,
and expenses.
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If we are unable to successfully provide a relevant and reliable experience for our guests across multiple
channels, our sales, results of operations, and reputation could be adversely affected.
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Our business has evolved from an in-store experience to interacting with guests across multiple channels (in-store,
online, mobile, and social media, among others). Our guests are using those channels to shop with us and provide
feedback and public commentary about our business. We must anticipate and meet changing guest expectations
and counteract developments and investments by our competitors. Our evolving retailing efforts include
implementing technology, software, and processes to be able to conveniently and cost-effectively fulfill guest orders
directly from any point within our system of stores and distribution centers and our vendors. We also need to collect
accurate, relevant, and usable guest data to personalize our offerings. Providing multiple fulfillment options and
implementing new technology is complex and may not meet expectations for accurate order fulfillment, faster and
guaranteed delivery times, low-cost or free shipping, and desired payment methods. Even when we are successful
in meeting fulfillment expectations, if we are unable to offset increased costs of fulfilling orders outside of our
traditional in-store channel with efficiencies, cost-savings, or expense reductions, our results of operations could be
adversely affected.
If we do not anticipate and respond quickly to changing consumer preferences, our sales and profitability
could suffer.
A large part of our business is dependent on our ability to make trend-right decisions and effectively manage our
inventory in a broad range of merchandise categories, including apparel, accessories, home décor, electronics,
toys, seasonal offerings, food and beverage, and others. If we do not obtain accurate and relevant data on guest
preferences, predict and quickly respond to changing consumer preferences, spending patterns, and other lifestyle
decisions, emphasize the correct categories, implement competitive and effective pricing and promotion strategies,
or personalize our offerings to our guests, we may experience lost sales, spoilage, and increased inventory
markdowns, which could adversely affect our results of operations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many guests
significantly reduced their spending on dining, travel, lodging, and other leisure activities outside their homes, which
may have contributed to our increased sales, particularly for essential items and merchandise associated with
guests spending more time at home. If we are unable to effectively adapt if or when guests increase spending on
other categories, it could lead to lower sales and adversely affect our results of operations.
Investments and Infrastructure Risks
If our capital investments in remodeling existing stores, building new stores, improving technology, and
expanding our supply chain infrastructure do not achieve appropriate returns, our competitive position,
financial condition, and results of operations could be adversely affected.
Our business depends, in part, on our ability to remodel existing stores and build new stores in a manner that
achieves appropriate returns on our capital investment. Our store remodel program uses a custom approach based
on the characteristics of each store and surrounding neighborhood, and is expected to be a continuous part of our
operations to allow us to meet evolving expectations for in-store experience, fulfillment, and other changes in our
business over time. When building new stores, we compete with other retailers and businesses for suitable
locations for our stores. Pursuing the wrong remodel or new store opportunities and any delays, cost increases,
disruptions, or other uncertainties related to those opportunities could adversely affect our results of operations.
We are making, and expect to continue to make, significant investments in technology and replenishment and
fulfillment infrastructure to improve guest experiences across multiple channels, improve the speed, accuracy, and
cost-efficiency of our supply chain and inventory management systems, and support our current and expected sales
levels. The effectiveness of these investments can be less predictable than remodeling stores, and might not
provide the anticipated benefits.
Pursuing the wrong investment opportunities, being unable to make new concepts scalable, or misjudging our
replenishment and fulfillment capacity needs could result in the loss of our competitive position and adversely affect
our financial condition or results of operations.
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A significant disruption in our computer systems and our inability to adequately maintain and update those
systems could adversely affect our operations and negatively affect our guests.
RISK FACTORS
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We rely extensively on computer systems throughout our business. We also rely on continued and unimpeded
access to the Internet to use our computer systems. An increase in remote working arrangements by our team
members, vendors, and other third parties, which was accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has amplified our
already extensive reliance on computer systems and on our continued and unimpeded access to the Internet to use
those systems, as well as the risks related to that reliance. Our systems are subject to damage or interruption from
power outages, telecommunications failures, computer viruses, malicious attacks, security breaches, catastrophic
events, and implementation errors. If our systems are damaged, disrupted, or fail to function properly or reliably, we
may incur substantial repair or replacement costs, experience data loss or theft and impediments to our ability to
manage inventories or process guest transactions, and encounter lost guest confidence, which could require
additional promotional activities to attract guests and otherwise adversely affect our results of operations. We
continually invest to maintain and update our computer systems. Implementing significant system changes
increases the risk of computer system disruption. The potential problems and interruptions associated with
implementing technology initiatives, as well as providing training and support for those initiatives, could disrupt or
reduce our operational efficiency, and could negatively impact guest experiences and guest confidence. For
example, in the past, we have experienced disruptions in our point-of-sale system that prevented our ability to
process debit or credit transactions, negatively impacted some guests’ experiences, and generated negative
publicity.
Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Data Privacy Risks
If our efforts to provide information security, cybersecurity, and data privacy are unsuccessful or if we are
unable to meet increasingly demanding regulatory requirements, we may face additional costly government
enforcement actions and private litigation, and our reputation and results of operations could suffer.
We regularly receive and store information about our guests, team members, vendors, and other third parties. We
have programs in place to detect, contain, and respond to data security incidents. However, because the techniques
used to obtain unauthorized access, disable or degrade service, or sabotage systems change frequently and may
be difficult to detect for long periods, we may be unable to anticipate these techniques or implement adequate
preventive measures. In addition, hardware, software, or applications we develop or procure from third parties may
contain defects in design or manufacture or other problems that could unexpectedly compromise information
security, cybersecurity, and data privacy. Unauthorized parties may also attempt to gain access to our systems or
facilities, or those of third parties with whom we do business, through fraud, trickery, or other forms of deceiving our
team members, contractors, and vendors.
The increase in remote working arrangements by our team members, vendors, and other third parties also
increases the risk of a data security compromise and the possible attack surfaces. Although we conduct training as
part of our information security, cybersecurity, and data privacy efforts, that training cannot be completely effective in
preventing those attacks from being successful.
Our only significant data security incident was a data breach that occurred in 2013 and went undetected for several
weeks. Both we and our vendors have experienced data security incidents since that data breach; however, to date,
these other incidents have not been material to our results of operations. Based on the prominence and notoriety of
our prior significant data breach, even minor additional data security incidents could draw greater scrutiny. If we, our
vendors, or other third parties with whom we do business experience additional significant data security incidents or
fail to detect and appropriately respond to significant incidents, we could be exposed to government enforcement
actions and private litigation. In addition, our guests could lose confidence in our ability to protect their information,
stop using our RedCards or loyalty programs, or stop shopping with us altogether, which could adversely affect our
reputation, sales, and results of operations.
The legal and regulatory environment regarding information security, cybersecurity, and data privacy is dynamic,
increasingly demanding, and has enhanced requirements for using and treating personal data. Complying with
current or contemplated data protection laws and regulations may cause us to incur substantial costs, require
changes to our business practices, limit our ability to obtain data used to provide a differentiated guest experience,
and expose us to further litigation and regulatory risks, each of which could adversely affect our results of
operations.
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Supply Chain and Third-Party Risks
RISK FACTORS
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Changes in our relationships with our vendors, changes in tax or trade policy, interruptions in our
operations or supply chain, or increased commodity or supply chain costs could adversely affect our
results of operations.
We are dependent on our vendors, including common carriers, to supply merchandise to our distribution centers,
stores, and guests. As we continue to add capabilities to quickly move the appropriate amount of inventory at
optimal operational costs through our supply chain, operating our replenishment and fulfillment network becomes
more complex and challenging. If our replenishment and fulfillment network does not operate properly, if a vendor
fails to deliver on its commitments, or if common carriers have difficulty providing capacity to meet demands for their
services like they experienced at times during 2020 and 2021, we could experience merchandise out-of-stocks,
delivery delays or increased delivery costs, which could lead to lost sales and decreased guest confidence, and
adversely affect our results of operations.
A large portion of our merchandise is sourced, directly or indirectly, from outside the U.S., with China as our single
largest source. Any major changes in tax or trade policy, such as the imposition of additional tariffs or duties on
imported products, between the U.S. and countries from which we source merchandise could require us to take
certain actions, including for example raising prices on products we sell and seeking alternative sources of supply
from vendors in other countries with whom we have less familiarity, which could adversely affect our reputation,
sales, and our results of operations.
Political or financial instability, currency fluctuations, the outbreak of pandemics or other illnesses (such as the
COVID-19 pandemic), labor shortages, labor unrest and activism, transport capacity and costs, inflation, port
security, weather conditions, natural disasters, armed conflicts, or other events that could alter or suspend our
operations, slow or disrupt port activities, or affect foreign trade are beyond our control and could materially disrupt
our supply of merchandise, increase our costs, and/or adversely affect our results of operations. There have been
periodic closings and ship diversions, labor disputes, and congestion disrupting U.S. ports, including those in
California where we receive a significant portion of the products we source from outside the U.S. In addition, some
vendors have had difficulty supplying us products in the quantities we seek. The combination of port disruptions, the
COVID-19 pandemic, and other events in our supply chain have caused us to make alternative arrangements to
continue the flow of inventory, and if these types of events recur, worsen, or occur in other countries through which
we source products, it may have a material impact on our costs or inventory supply. Changes in the costs of
procuring commodities used in our merchandise or the costs related to our supply chain could adversely affect our
results of operations.
If services we obtain from third parties are unavailable, disrupted, or fail to meet our standards and
expectations, our operations could be adversely affected.
We rely on third parties to support our business, including portions of our technology infrastructure, development,
and support; our digital platforms; our replenishment and fulfillment operations; store and supply chain infrastructure
construction and remodel program; credit and debit card transaction processing; extensions of credit for our
RedCard program; infrastructure supporting our guest contact centers; aspects of our food offerings; and delivery
services. If we are unable to contract with third parties having the specialized skills needed to support those
strategies or integrate their products and services with our business, or if they fail to meet our performance
standards and expectations, then our reputation and results of operations could be adversely affected.
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Legal, Regulatory, Global, and Other External Risks
RISK FACTORS
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The ongoing and evolving COVID-19 pandemic may continue to amplify the risks and uncertainties facing
our business and their potential impact on our financial position, results of operations, and cash flows.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, with pockets of resurgence and the emergence of variant strains
contributing to continued uncertainty about its duration, severity, and lasting impact. Governments have taken
various measures in response to COVID-19, including mandating the closure of certain businesses and
encouraging or requiring citizens to avoid large gatherings. In addition, we have incurred significant expenses
related to efforts to protect the health and well-being of our guests and team members. Nearly all of our stores,
digital channels, and distribution centers have remained open during the COVID-19 pandemic, though at times we
have had to temporarily alter other parts of our operations, including adjusting our in-store returns process,
suspending physical inventory counts at our stores, metering guest traffic, reducing store hours, and, in some
locations, restricting access to “non-essential” sections of our stores due to emergency operating restrictions. Those
temporary alterations to our operations have at times adversely affected, and could again in the future, either alone
or with any negative guest or team member perceptions about the cleanliness and safety of our stores, adversely
affect the guest experience, sales, and our results of operations.
Different COVID-19 vaccines and boosters have been developed and are being distributed. As additional COVID-19
response measures, in certain jurisdictions, we are subject to vaccine mandates that apply to our team members,
guests, and/or others who are in our stores and other buildings. We may be subject to similar or additional
measures as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Our implementation of these mandates and any requirements for
showing compliance with them, may result in team member dissatisfaction or unrest, attrition of existing team
members, difficulty in attracting new team members, inefficiencies related to team member turnover, increased
costs related to ongoing compliance, scheduling disruptions, and negative guest perceptions or experiences, which
could adversely affect our reputation, sales and results of operations.
The full extent of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our business, financial position, and results of
operations will depend on future developments, many of which are outside of our control, including the duration and
spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the emergence of variant strains, the availability, adoption, and effectiveness of
the COVID-19 vaccines and COVID-19 testing, and government actions, which are uncertain and cannot be
predicted. The fluidity of this situation limits our ability to predict the ultimate impact of COVID-19 on our business,
financial condition, and financial performance, which could be material.
Our earnings depend on the state of macroeconomic conditions and consumer confidence in the U.S.
Nearly all of our sales are in the U.S., making our results highly dependent on the health of the U.S. economy and
U.S. consumer confidence, which can be affected by a variety of factors, including housing prices, unemployment
rates, and inflation. A deterioration in U.S. macroeconomic conditions or consumer confidence, the likelihood of
which is made more uncertain by the unknown duration, severity, and lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and
recent increases in the inflation rate, could adversely affect our business in many ways, including slowing sales
growth, reducing overall sales, and reducing gross margins.
Such a deterioration could adversely affect additional areas of our business, such as asset impairment evaluations
and the amount of credit card profit-sharing revenue payments we receive under our credit card program with TD
Bank Group (TD), which owns the receivables generated by our proprietary credit cards. We could also receive
lower profit-sharing payments if changes in consumer preferences regarding use of revolving credit cards adversely
affect the volume of new credit accounts, the amount of credit card program balances, and/or the ability of credit
card holders to pay their balances.
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Uncharacteristic or significant weather conditions, natural disasters, and other catastrophic events could
adversely affect our results of operations.
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Uncharacteristic or significant weather conditions, including the impacts of climate change, can affect consumer
shopping patterns, particularly in apparel and seasonal items, which could lead to lost sales or greater than
expected markdowns and adversely affect our short-term results of operations. In addition, three of our largest
states by total sales are California, Texas, and Florida, areas where natural disasters are more prevalent. Natural
disasters in those states or in other areas where our sales or operations are concentrated could result in significant
physical damage to or closure of one or more of our stores, distribution centers, facilities, or key vendors. In
addition, weather conditions, natural disasters, and other catastrophic events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, in
areas where we or our vendors have operations, could adversely affect the availability or cost of certain products
within our supply chain, cause delays in the distribution of merchandise from our vendors to our distribution centers,
stores, and guests, affect consumer purchasing power, or reduce consumer demand, which could adversely affect
our results of operations by increasing our costs and lowering our sales.
We rely on a large, global, and changing workforce of team members, contractors, and temporary staffing. If
we do not effectively manage our workforce and the concentration of work in certain global locations, our
labor costs and results of operations could be adversely affected.
With over 400,000 team members, our workforce costs represent our largest operating expense, and our business
is dependent on our ability to attract, train, and retain the appropriate mix of qualified team members, contractors,
and temporary staffing and effectively organize and manage those resources as our business and strategic priorities
change. Many team members are in entry-level or part-time positions with historically high turnover rates. Our ability
to meet our changing labor needs while controlling our costs is subject to external factors such as labor laws and
regulations, unemployment levels, prevailing wage rates, benefit costs, changing demographics, and our reputation
and relevance within the labor market. Our ability to meet those labor needs could be further strained by expanded
laws, regulations, and mandates adopted in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic. If we are unable to attract
and retain a workforce meeting our needs, our operations, guest service levels, support functions, and
competitiveness could suffer and our results of operations could be adversely affected. We are periodically subject
to labor organizing efforts and activism, which could negatively impact how we are perceived by team members and
our overall reputation. If we become subject to one or more collective bargaining agreements in the future, it could
adversely affect our labor costs, how we operate our business, and our results of operations. In addition to our
United States operations, we have support offices in India and China, and any extended disruption of our operations
in our different locations, whether due to labor difficulties or otherwise, could adversely affect our operations and
financial results.
Failure to address product safety and sourcing concerns and meet evolving expectations for reporting on
ESG matters could adversely affect our sales and results of operations.
If our merchandise offerings do not meet applicable safety standards or Target's or our guests’ expectations
regarding safety, supply chain transparency, and responsible sourcing, we could experience lost sales and
increased costs and be exposed to legal and reputational risk. All of our vendors must comply with applicable
product safety laws, and we are dependent on them to ensure that the products we buy comply with all safety
standards. Events that give rise to actual, potential, or perceived product safety concerns, including food or drug
contamination and product defects, could expose us to government enforcement action or private litigation and
result in costly product recalls and other liabilities. Our sourcing vendors, including any third parties selling through
our digital channels, must also meet our expectations across multiple areas of social compliance, including supply
chain transparency and responsible sourcing. We have a social compliance audit process that performs audits
regularly, but we cannot continuously monitor every vendor, so we are also dependent on our vendors to ensure
that the products we buy comply with our standards. If we need to seek alternative sources of supply from vendors
with whom we have less familiarity, the risk of our standards not being met may increase. Expectations from
shareholders, guests, team members, and other third parties concerning ESG reporting have increased, and our
ability to meet those expectations is dependent on a variety of factors, including cooperation from sourcing vendors
and other third parties and having access to consistent and reliable data. Negative guest perceptions regarding the
safety and sourcing of the products we sell and the sufficiency and transparency of our reporting on ESG matters,
and events that give rise to actual, potential, or perceived compliance and social responsibility concerns could hurt
our reputation, result in lost sales, cause our guests to seek alternative sources for their needs, and make it difficult
and costly for us to regain the confidence of our guests.
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Our failure to comply with applicable laws, or changes in these laws could increase our costs, reduce our
margins, and lower our sales.
RISK FACTORS & UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
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Our business is subject to a wide array of laws and regulations.
Our expenses could increase and our operations could be adversely affected by law changes or adverse judicial
developments involving an employer's obligation to recognize collective bargaining units, minimum wage
requirements, advance scheduling notice requirements, health care or other mandates, the classification of exempt
and non-exempt employees, and the classification of workers as either employees or independent contractors
(particularly as it applies to our Shipt subsidiary, a technology company that connects Shipt members through its
online marketplace with a network of independent contractors who select, purchase, and deliver groceries and
household essentials ordered from Target and other retailers). The classification of workers as employees or
independent contractors, in particular, is an area that is experiencing legal challenges and legislative changes. If our
Shipt subsidiary is required to treat its independent contractor network as employees, it could result in higher
compensation and benefit costs.
Changes in the legal or regulatory environment affecting information security, cybersecurity and data privacy,
product safety, payment methods and related fees, responsible sourcing, supply chain transparency, environmental
protection, waste management, climate change, or other ESG matters, among others, could cause our expenses to
increase without an ability to pass through any increased expenses through higher prices. In addition, if we fail to
comply with other applicable laws and regulations, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and other anti-bribery
laws, we could be subject to reputation and legal risk, including government enforcement action and class action
civil litigation, which could adversely affect our results of operations by increasing our costs, reducing our margins,
and lowering our sales.
Financial Risks
Increases in our effective income tax rate could adversely affect our business, results of operations,
liquidity, and net income.
Several factors influence our effective income tax rate, including tax laws and regulations, the related
interpretations, and our ability to sustain our reporting positions on examination. Changes in any of those factors
could change our effective tax rate, which could adversely affect our net income. In addition, changes in our
operations both in and outside of the U.S. may cause greater volatility in our effective tax rate.
If we are unable to access the capital markets or obtain bank credit, our financial position, liquidity, and
results of operations could suffer.
We are dependent on a stable, liquid, and well-functioning financial system to fund our operations and capital
investments. Our continued access to financial markets depends on multiple factors including the condition of debt
capital markets, our operating performance, and maintaining strong credit ratings. If rating agencies lower our credit
ratings, it could adversely affect our ability to access the debt markets, our cost of funds, and other terms for new
debt issuances. Each of the credit rating agencies reviews its rating periodically, and there is no guarantee our
current credit rating will remain the same. In addition, we use a variety of derivative products to manage our
exposure to market risk, principally interest rate fluctuations. Disruptions or turmoil in the financial markets could
reduce our ability to fund our operations and capital investments, and lead to losses on derivative positions resulting
from counterparty failures, which could adversely affect our financial position and results of operations.
Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments
Not applicable.
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PROPERTIES
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Stores
Retail Sq. Ft.
(in thousands)
Stores as of
January 29, 2022
Stores
Retail Sq. Ft.
(in thousands)
Item 2. Properties
Stores as of
January 29, 2022
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
22
3
46
9
309
45
21
4
5
127
51
8
7
100
32
21
17
14
15
5
40
50
54
73
6
35
3,132 Montana
504 Nebraska
6,081 Nevada
1,165 New Hampshire
37,069 New Jersey
6,360 New Mexico
2,731 New York
551 North Carolina
342 North Dakota
17,309 Ohio
6,826 Oklahoma
1,234 Oregon
725 Pennsylvania
12,149 Rhode Island
4,185 South Carolina
2,860 South Dakota
2,385 Tennessee
1,571 Texas
2,120 Utah
630 Vermont
4,967 Virginia
5,546 Washington
6,298 West Virginia
10,315 Wisconsin
743 Wyoming
4,611
Total
7
14
18
10
48
10
95
52
4
64
15
21
76
4
19
5
30
153
15
1
60
40
6
38
2
777
2,005
2,262
1,236
6,094
1,185
10,617
6,653
554
7,828
2,167
2,303
9,120
517
2,359
580
3,816
21,029
1,981
60
7,755
4,424
755
4,611
187
1,926
243,284
Stores
Distribution
Centers (a)
1,528
242
156
1,926
34
14
—
48
Stores and Distribution Centers as of January 29, 2022
Owned
Leased
Owned buildings on leased land
Total
(a)
The 48 distribution centers have a total of 57.0 million square feet.
We own our corporate headquarters buildings located in and around Minneapolis, Minnesota, and we lease and
own additional office space elsewhere in Minneapolis and the U.S. We also lease office space in other countries.
Our properties are in good condition, well maintained, and suitable to carry on our business.
For additional information on our properties, see the Capital Expenditures section in MD&A and Notes 12 and 18 to
the Consolidated Financial Statements.
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LEGAL PROCEEDINGS & MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
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Item 3. Legal Proceedings
No response is required under Item 103 of Regulation S-K.
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
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EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Table of Contents
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Executive officers are elected by, and serve at the pleasure of, the Board of Directors. There are no family
relationships between any of the officers named and any other executive officer or member of the Board of
Directors, or any arrangement or understanding pursuant to which any person was selected as an officer.
Name
Title and Business Experience
Katie M. Boylan
Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer since February 2021.
Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer from January 2019 to
February 2021. Senior Vice President, Communications from June 2017 to January
2019. Vice President, Communications from December 2015 to June 2017.
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer since August 2014.
Michael J. Fiddelke Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since November 2019. Senior
Rick H. Gomez
A. Christina
Hennington
Vice President, Operations from August 2018 to October 2019. Senior Vice President,
Merchandising Capabilities from March 2017 to August 2018. Senior Vice President,
Financial Planning & Analysis from July 2015 to March 2017.
Executive Vice President and Chief Food and Beverage Officer since February 2021.
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing, Digital & Strategy Officer from
December 2019 to February 2021. Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing &
Digital Officer from January 2019 to December 2019. Executive Vice President and
Chief Marketing Officer from January 2017 to January 2019.
Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer since February 2021. Executive
Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, Hardlines, Essentials and
Capabilities from January 2020 to February 2021. Senior Vice President, Group
Merchandise Manager, Essentials, Beauty, Hardlines and Services from January 2019
to January 2020. Senior Vice President, Merchandising Essentials, Beauty and
Wellness from April 2017 to January 2019. Senior Vice President, Merchandising
Transformation and Operations from August 2015 to April 2017.
Age
45
63
45
52
47
Melissa K. Kremer
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer since January 2019.
Senior Vice President, Talent and Organizational Effectiveness from October 2017 to
January 2019. Vice President, Human Resources, Merchandising, Strategy &
Innovation, from September 2015 to October 2017.
44
Don H. Liu
Michael E.
McNamara
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal & Risk Officer and Corporate Secretary since
October 2017. Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
from August 2016 to September 2017.
60
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer since January 2019. Executive
Vice President and Chief Information & Digital Officer from September 2016 to
January 2019.
57
John J. Mulligan
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer since September 2015.
Jill K. Sando
Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer since February 2021.
Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, Style and Owned Brands
from January 2020 to February 2021. Senior Vice President, Group Merchandise
Manager, Apparel & Accessories and Home from January 2019 to January 2020.
Senior Vice President, Home from May 2014 to January 2019.
Mark J. Schindele
Executive Vice President and Chief Stores Officer since January 2020. Senior Vice
President, Target Properties from January 2015 to January 2020.
Cara A. Sylvester
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing & Digital Officer since February 2021.
Senior Vice President, Home from March 2019 to February 2021. Vice President,
Beauty & Dermstore from June 2017 to March 2019. From March 2014 to June 2017,
Ms. Sylvester held different leadership positions in Housewares.
56
53
53
44
Laysha L. Ward
Executive Vice President and Chief External Engagement Officer since January 2017. 54
Note: As previously disclosed, Mr. McNamara intends to retire as Target's Chief Information Officer in 2022 and
intends to remain in his current role until a successor is appointed, and for a transition period following such
appointment.
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OTHER INFORMATION
PART II
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Item 5. Market for the Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of
Equity Securities
Our common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "TGT." We are authorized to issue
up to 6,000,000,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.0833, and up to 5,000,000 shares of preferred stock,
par value $0.01. As of March 3, 2022, there were 13,454 shareholders of record. Dividends declared per share for
2021, 2020, and 2019, are disclosed in our Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Investment.
On August 11, 2021, our Board of Directors authorized a $15 billion share repurchase program with no stated
expiration. Under the program, we have repurchased 11.3 million shares of common at an average price of $236.76,
for a total investment of $2.7 billion. The table below presents information with respect to Target common stock
purchases made during the three months ended January 29, 2022, by Target or any "affiliated purchaser" of Target,
as defined in Rule 10b-18(a)(3) under the Exchange Act.
Share Repurchase Activity
Period
October 31, 2021 through November 27, 2021
Total Number
of Shares
Purchased
Average
Price
Paid per
Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Programs
Dollar Value of
Shares that May
Yet Be Purchased
Under Publicly
Announced Programs
Open market and privately negotiated purchases
2,411,568 $
252.02
2,411,568 $
14,023,992,438
November 28, 2021 through January 1, 2022
Open market and privately negotiated purchases
4,871,000
234.03
4,871,000
12,884,021,368
January 2, 2022 through January 29, 2022
Open market and privately negotiated purchases
2,445,937
228.12
2,445,937
12,326,055,745
Total
9,728,505 $
237.00
9,728,505 $
12,326,055,745
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Target
S&P 500 Index
Peer Group
Fiscal Years Ended
January 28,
2017
February 3,
2018
February 2,
2019
February 1,
2020
January 30,
2021
January 29,
2022
$
100.00 $
100.00
100.00
119.37 $
122.83
143.88
120.35 $
122.76
150.04
193.23 $
149.23
181.80
322.52 $
174.97
252.23
392.81
211.72
264.20
The graph above compares the cumulative total shareholder return on our common stock for the last five fiscal
years with (i) the cumulative total return on the S&P 500 Index and (ii) the peer group consisting of 19 online,
general merchandise, department stores, food, and specialty retailers (Albertsons Companies, Inc., Amazon.com,
Inc., Best Buy Co., Inc., Costco Wholesale Corporation, CVS Health Corporation, Dollar General Corporation, Dollar
Tree, Inc., The Gap, Inc., The Home Depot, Inc., Kohl's Corporation, The Kroger Co., Lowe's Companies, Inc.,
Macy's, Inc., Nordstrom, Inc., Rite Aid Corporation, Ross Stores, Inc., The TJX Companies, Inc., Walgreens Boots
Alliance, Inc., and Walmart Inc.) (Peer Group). The Peer Group is consistent with the retail peer group used for our
definitive Proxy Statement for the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 8, 2022, excluding Publix
Super Markets, Inc., which is not quoted on a public stock exchange.
The peer group is weighted by the market capitalization of each component company. The graph assumes the
investment of $100 in Target common stock, the S&P 500 Index, and the Peer Group on January 30, 2017, and
reinvestment of all dividends.
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DollarsComparison of Cumulative Five Year Total ReturnTargetS&P 500 IndexPeer Group1/28/172/3/182/2/192/1/201/30/211/29/22050100150200250300350400
Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
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EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW & FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Index to Financial Statements
Executive Overview
We continue to make strategic investments to support our durable operating and financial model that further
differentiates Target and is designed to drive sustainable sales and profit growth. During 2021, in support of our
enterprise strategy described in Item 1 on page 2 of this Form 10-K, we
•
•
•
Expanded our digital fulfillment capabilities, including adding permanent storage capacity in more than 200 high-
volume stores, adding thousands of new items to the list available for Order Pickup and Drive Up, and doubling
the number of Drive Up parking stalls compared with last year. During 2021, over 50 percent of our digital sales
were fulfilled by our same-day fulfillment options: Order Pickup, Drive Up, and delivery via Shipt.
Continued the steady stream of newness across our assortment and continued to introduce new owned brands,
including our arts and crafts owned brand, Mondo LlamaTM, our sweet and savory food brand, Favorite DayTM,
our pet food brand, KindfullTM, and our first dedicated storage and home organization owned brand,
BrightroomTM. For the first time in history, 11 brands delivered $1 billion or more in sales, with 4 brands
delivering over $2 billion in sales, driven by strength in Apparel, Home Furnishings & Decor and Food &
Beverage.
Launched Ulta Beauty at Target on Target.com and in about 100 Target locations, and expanded our Apple and
Disney experiences.
Remodeled 145 stores.
•
• Opened 32 new stores, including 28 additional small format stores in key urban markets and on college
•
campuses.
Invested significantly in our team, including recognition bonuses and launch of a new debt-free education
assistance program.
Financial Summary
2021 included the following notable items:
• GAAP diluted earnings per share were $14.10.
•
•
•
Adjusted diluted earnings per share were $13.56.
Total revenue increased 13.3 percent, driven by an increase in comparable sales.
Comparable sales increased 12.7 percent, driven by a 12.3 percent increase in traffic.
◦
◦
Comparable store originated sales grew 11.0 percent.
Comparable digitally originated sales increased 20.8 percent.
• Operating income of $8.9 billion was 36.8 percent higher than the comparable prior-year period.
• We recognized a $335 million pretax gain on the sale of Dermstore.
Sales were $104.6 billion for 2021, an increase of $12.2 billion, or 13.2 percent, from the prior year. Operating cash
flow provided by continuing operations was $8.6 billion for 2021, a decrease of $(1.9) billion, or (18.1) percent, from
$10.5 billion for 2020. The drivers of the operating cash flow decrease are described on page 27.
Earnings Per Share From
Continuing Operations
2021
2020
2019
2021/2020
2020/2019
Percent Change
GAAP diluted earnings per share
Adjustments
Adjusted diluted earnings per share
$
$
14.10 $
(0.53)
13.56 $
8.64 $
0.78
9.42 $
6.34
0.05
6.39
63.1 %
36.3 %
44.0 %
47.4 %
Note: Amounts may not foot due to rounding. Adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations
(Adjusted EPS), a non-GAAP metric, excludes the impact of certain items. Management believes that Adjusted EPS
is useful in providing period-to-period comparisons of the results of our continuing operations. A reconciliation of
non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP measures is provided on page 24.
We report after-tax return on invested capital (ROIC) from continuing operations because we believe ROIC provides
a meaningful measure of our capital-allocation effectiveness over time. For the trailing twelve months ended
January 29, 2022, after-tax ROIC was 33.1 percent, compared with 23.5 percent for the trailing twelve months
ended January 30, 2021. The calculation of ROIC is provided on page 26.
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COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. In 2020 and 2021, governments took various measures in response
to COVID-19, such as mandating the closure of certain businesses and encouraging or requiring citizens to avoid
large gatherings. To date, virtually all of our stores, digital channels, and distribution centers have remained open.
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have experienced strong comparable sales growth and significant
volatility in our sales category and channel mix.
Supply Chain Disruptions
In recent months, we have seen increasing supply chain disruptions. In addition to country of origin production
delays, trucker and dockworker shortages, a broad-based surge in consumer demand, and other factors have led to
industry-wide U.S. port and ground transportation delays. In response, we have taken various actions, including
ordering merchandise earlier, securing ocean freight routes, and increased use of air transport for certain
merchandise. Some of these supply chain disruptions and resulting actions have resulted in increased costs. The
Gross Margin Rate analysis on page 22 provides additional information.
Sale of Dermstore
In February 2021, we sold Dermstore LLC (Dermstore) for $356 million in cash and recognized a $335 million
pretax gain, which is included in Net Other (Income) / Expense. Dermstore represented less than 1 percent of our
consolidated revenues, operating income and net assets.
Analysis of Results of Operations
Summary of Operating Income
(dollars in millions)
Sales
Other revenue
Total revenue
Cost of sales
SG&A expenses
Depreciation and amortization (exclusive of
depreciation included in cost of sales)
Operating income
Rate Analysis
Gross margin rate
$
2021
104,611 $
1,394
106,005
74,963
19,752
2020
2019
92,400 $
1,161
93,561
66,177
18,615
77,130
982
78,112
54,864
16,233
Percent Change
2021/2020 2020/2019
19.8 %
18.2
19.8
20.6
14.7
13.2 %
20.2
13.3
13.3
6.1
2,344
8,946 $
2,230
6,539 $
2,357
4,658
5.1
36.8 %
(5.4)
40.4 %
$
SG&A expense rate
Depreciation and amortization (exclusive of depreciation included in
cost of sales) expense rate
Operating income margin rate
2021
2020
2019
28.3 %
18.6
28.4 %
19.9
28.9 %
20.8
2.2
8.4
2.4
7.0
3.0
6.0
Note: Gross margin rate is calculated as gross margin (sales less cost of sales) divided by sales. All other rates are
calculated by dividing the applicable amount by total revenue.
A discussion regarding Results of Operations and Analysis of Financial Condition for 2020, as compared to 2019, is
included in Part II, Item 7, MD&A to our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 30, 2021.
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ANALYSIS OF OPERATIONS
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Sales include all merchandise sales, net of expected returns, and our estimate of gift card breakage. Note 4 to the
Financial Statements defines gift card "breakage." We use comparable sales to evaluate the performance of our
stores and digital channel sales by measuring the change in sales for a period over the comparable, prior-year
period of equivalent length. Comparable sales include all sales, except sales from stores open less than 13 months,
digital acquisitions we have owned less than 13 months, stores that have been closed, and digital acquisitions that
we no longer operate. Comparable sales measures vary across the retail industry. As a result, our comparable sales
calculation is not necessarily comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. Digitally
originated sales include all sales initiated through mobile applications and our websites. Our stores fulfill the majority
of digitally originated sales, including shipment from stores to guests, store Order Pickup or Drive Up, and delivery
via Shipt. Digitally originated sales may also be fulfilled through our distribution centers, our vendors, or other third
parties.
Sales growth – from both comparable sales and new stores – represents an important driver of our long-term
profitability. We expect that comparable sales growth will drive the majority of our total sales growth. We believe that
our ability to successfully differentiate our guests’ shopping experience through a careful combination of
merchandise assortment, price, convenience, guest experience, and other factors will over the long-term drive both
increasing shopping frequency (number of transactions, or "traffic") and the amount spent each visit (average
transaction amount).
Comparable Sales
Comparable sales change
Drivers of change in comparable sales
Number of transactions (traffic)
Average transaction amount
Comparable Sales by Channel
Stores originated comparable sales change
Digitally originated comparable sales change
Sales by Channel
Stores originated
Digitally originated
Total
Sales by Fulfillment Channel
Stores
Other
Total
2021
2020
2019
12.7 %
19.3 %
3.4 %
12.3
0.4
3.7
15.0
2.7
0.7
2021
2020
2019
11.0 %
20.8
7.2 %
144.7
1.4 %
28.6
2021
2020
2019
81.1 %
18.9
100 %
82.1 %
17.9
100 %
91.2 %
8.8
100 %
2021
2020
2019
96.4 %
3.6
100 %
96.0 %
4.0
100 %
97.2 %
2.8
100 %
Note: Sales fulfilled by stores include in-store purchases and digitally originated sales fulfilled by shipping
merchandise from stores to guests, Order Pickup, Drive Up, and Shipt.
Sales by Product Category
Apparel and accessories
Beauty and household essentials
Food and beverage
Hardlines
Home furnishings and décor
Total
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2020
2019
17 %
16 %
19 %
26
20
18
19
26
20
18
20
27
19
16
19
100 %
100 %
100 %
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ANALYSIS OF OPERATIONS
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Note 4 to the Financial Statements provides additional product category sales information. The collective interaction
of a broad array of macroeconomic, competitive, and consumer behavioral factors, as well as sales mix, and
transfer of sales to new stores makes further analysis of sales metrics infeasible.
TD Bank Group offers credit to qualified guests through Target-branded credit cards: the Target Credit Card and the
Target MasterCard Credit Card (Target Credit Cards). Additionally, we offer a branded proprietary Target Debit Card.
Collectively, we refer to these products as RedCards™. We monitor the percentage of purchases that are paid for
using RedCards (RedCard Penetration) because our internal analysis has indicated that a meaningful portion of
incremental purchases on our RedCards are also incremental sales for Target. Guests receive a 5 percent discount
on virtually all purchases when they use a RedCard at Target. RedCard sales increased for all years presented
below; however, RedCard penetration declined as total Sales increased at a faster pace.
RedCard Penetration
Target Debit Card
Target Credit Cards
Total RedCard Penetration
Note: Amounts may not foot due to rounding.
Gross Margin Rate
2021
2020
2019
11.7 %
12.3 %
8.7
9.2
20.5 %
21.5 %
12.6 %
10.7
23.3 %
•
Our gross margin rate was 28.3 percent in 2021 and 28.4 percent in 2020. This decrease reflected the net impact of
supply chain pressure related to increased compensation and headcount in our distribution centers, partially
offset by the small net benefit of a higher percentage of digital sales fulfilled through our lower-cost same-
day fulfillment options
higher merchandise and freight costs partially offset by historically low promotional and clearance
markdown rates; and
favorable mix in the relative growth rates of higher and lower margin categories.
•
•
Selling, General and Administrative (SG&A) Expense Rate
Our SG&A expense rate was 18.6 percent in 2021, compared with 19.9 percent in 2020, reflecting the leverage
benefit from strong revenue growth.
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28.4%(0.4)%(0.1)%0.4%28.3%2020GMRateDigital Fulfillment &Supply ChainMerchandisingCategoryMix2021GMRate Store Data
Change in Number of Stores
Beginning store count
Opened
Closed
Ending store count
Number of Stores and
Retail Square Feet
170,000 or more sq. ft.
50,000 to 169,999 sq. ft.
49,999 or less sq. ft.
Total
(a)
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2021
2020
1,897
32
(3)
1,926
1,868
30
(1)
1,897
Number of Stores
Retail Square Feet (a)
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
274
1,516
136
1,926
273
1,509
115
1,897
49,071
48,798
190,205
189,508
4,008
3,342
243,284
241,648
In thousands; reflects total square feet less office, distribution center, and vacant space.
Other Performance Factors
Net Interest Expense
Net interest expense was $421 million for 2021, compared with $977 million for 2020, which included a $512 million
loss on early debt retirement.
Net Other (Income) / Expense
Net Other (Income) / Expense was $(382) million and $16 million for 2021 and 2020, respectively. 2021 included the
$335 million gain on the February 2021 sale of Dermstore.
Provision for Income Taxes
Our 2021 effective income tax rate was 22.0 percent compared with 21.2 percent in 2020. The rate increase was
driven by significantly higher pretax earnings, which diluted the tax-rate benefit of fixed and discrete tax items.
Note 19 to the Financial Statements provides additional information.
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Index to Financial Statements
To provide additional transparency, we have disclosed non-GAAP adjusted diluted earnings per share from
continuing operations (Adjusted EPS). This metric excludes certain items presented below. We believe this
information is useful in providing period-to-period comparisons of the results of our continuing operations. This
measure is not in accordance with, or an alternative to, generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.
(GAAP). The most comparable GAAP measure is diluted earnings per share from continuing operations. Adjusted
EPS should not be considered in isolation or as a substitution for analysis of our results as reported in accordance
with GAAP. Other companies may calculate Adjusted EPS differently than we do, limiting the usefulness of the
measure for comparisons with other companies.
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP
Adjusted EPS
2021
2020
2019
(millions, except per share data)
Pretax
Net of
Tax
Per Share
Amounts
Pretax
Net of
Tax
Per Share
Amounts
Pretax
Net of
Tax
Per Share
Amounts
GAAP diluted earnings per share from
continuing operations
Adjustments
$ 14.10
$
8.64
$
6.34
Gain on Dermstore Sale
$
(335) $ (269) $
(0.55) $ — $ — $
— $ — $ — $
Loss on debt extinguishment
Loss on investment (a)
Other (b)
Income tax matters (c)
Adjusted diluted earnings per share from
continuing operations
—
—
9
—
—
—
7
—
—
—
0.01
—
512
19
28
—
379
14
20
0.75
0.03
0.04
(21)
(0.04)
10
41
(17)
—
8
31
(13)
—
—
0.01
0.06
(0.02)
—
$ 13.56
$
9.42
$
6.39
Note: Amounts may not foot due to rounding.
(a)
(b)
(c)
Represents a loss on our investment in Casper Sleep Inc., which is not core to our continuing operations.
Other items unrelated to current period operations, none of which were individually significant.
Represents benefits from the resolution of certain income tax matters unrelated to current period
operations.
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RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
Earnings from continuing operations before interest expense and income taxes (EBIT) and earnings from continuing
operations before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) are non-GAAP financial
measures. We believe these measures provide meaningful information about our operational efficiency compared
with our competitors by excluding the impact of differences in tax jurisdictions and structures, debt levels, and for
EBITDA, capital investment. These measures are not in accordance with, or an alternative to, GAAP. The most
comparable GAAP measure is net earnings from continuing operations. EBIT and EBITDA should not be considered
in isolation or as a substitution for analysis of our results as reported in accordance with GAAP. Other companies
may calculate EBIT and EBITDA differently, limiting the usefulness of the measures for comparisons with other
companies.
Index to Financial Statements
EBIT and EBITDA
(dollars in millions)
Net earnings from continuing operations
+ Provision for income taxes
+ Net interest expense
EBIT
+ Total depreciation and amortization (a)
EBITDA
(a)
Percent Change
2021
2020
2019
2021/2020 2020/2019
$
6,946 $
4,368 $
3,269
59.0 %
33.6 %
1,961
421
1,178
977
$
$
9,328 $
6,523 $
2,642
2,485
11,970 $
9,008 $
921
477
4,667
2,604
7,271
66.5
(56.9)
43.0 %
6.3
32.9 %
27.9
105.1
39.8 %
(4.6)
23.9 %
Represents total depreciation and amortization, including amounts classified within Depreciation and
Amortization and within Cost of Sales.
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We have also disclosed after-tax ROIC, which is a ratio based on GAAP information, with the exception of the add-
back of operating lease interest to operating income. We believe this metric is useful in assessing the effectiveness
of our capital allocation over time. Other companies may calculate ROIC differently, limiting the usefulness of the
measure for comparisons with other companies.
After-Tax Return on Invested Capital
(dollars in millions)
Numerator
Operating income
+ Net other income / (expense)
EBIT
+ Operating lease interest (a)
- Income taxes (b)
Net operating profit after taxes
Denominator
Trailing Twelve Months
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
8,946 $
6,539
382
9,328
87
2,073
$
7,342 $
(16)
6,523
87
1,404
5,206
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
February 1,
2020
Current portion of long-term debt and other borrowings
$
171 $
1,144 $
+ Noncurrent portion of long-term debt
+ Shareholders' investment
+ Operating lease liabilities (c)
- Cash and cash equivalents
Invested capital
Average invested capital (d)
After-tax return on invested capital
(a)
13,549
12,827
2,747
5,911
11,536
14,440
2,429
8,511
161
11,338
11,833
2,475
2,577
$
$
23,383 $
21,038 $
23,230
22,210 $
22,134
33.1 %
23.5 %
Represents the add-back to operating income driven by the hypothetical interest expense we would incur if
the property under our operating leases were owned or accounted for as finance leases. Calculated using
the discount rate for each lease and recorded as a component of rent expense within SG&A Expenses.
Operating lease interest is added back to operating income in the ROIC calculation to control for differences
in capital structure between us and our competitors.
Calculated using the effective tax rates for continuing operations, which were 22.0 percent and 21.2 percent
for the trailing twelve months ended January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, respectively. For the trailing
twelve months ended January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, includes tax effect of $2.1 billion and $1.4
billion, respectively, related to EBIT, and $19 million and $18 million, respectively, related to operating lease
interest.
Total short-term and long-term operating lease liabilities included within Accrued and Other Current
Liabilities and Noncurrent Operating Lease Liabilities, respectively.
Average based on the invested capital at the end of the current period and the invested capital at the end of
the comparable prior period.
(b)
(c)
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Analysis of Financial Condition
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Capital Allocation
We follow a disciplined and balanced approach to capital allocation based on the following priorities, ranked in order
of importance: first, we fully invest in opportunities to profitably grow our business, create sustainable long-term
value, and maintain our current operations and assets; second, we maintain a competitive quarterly dividend and
seek to grow it annually; and finally, we return any excess cash to shareholders by repurchasing shares within the
limits of our credit rating goals.
Our year-end cash and cash equivalents balance decreased to $5.9 billion from $8.5 billion in 2020. Our cash and
cash equivalents balance includes short-term investments of $5.0 billion and $7.6 billion as of January 29, 2022,
and January 30, 2021, respectively. Our investment policy is designed to preserve principal and liquidity of our
short-term investments. This policy allows investments in large money market funds or in highly rated direct short-
term instruments that mature in 60 days or less. We also place dollar limits on our investments in individual funds or
instruments.
Operating Cash Flows
Cash flows provided by operating activities were $8.6 billion in 2021 compared with $10.5 billion in 2020. For 2021,
operating cash flows reflect stronger operating results, offset by increased inventory investment and lower accounts
payable leverage, compared with 2020. Additionally, operating cash flows for 2021 reflect a $1.0 billion increase in
income tax payments.
Inventory
Year-end inventory was $13.9 billion, compared with $10.7 billion in 2020. The increase in inventory levels reflect
our efforts to align inventory with sales trends, and elevated in-transit inventory related to import supply chain
delays.
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Note: Amounts may not foot due to rounding.
Capital expenditures increased in 2021 from the prior year as we invested in our strategic initiatives, including store
remodels, some of which were delayed in 2020, new store openings, and supply chain projects. Beyond full-store
remodels, we invested in optimizing front-end space in high-volume locations to increase the efficiency of our
Same-Day Services, and built-out about 100 Ulta Beauty shop-in-shops. We have completed over 900 full-store
remodels since the launch of the current program in 2017, including 145 in 2021.
In addition to these cash investments, we entered into leases related to new stores in 2021, 2020, and 2019 with
total future minimum lease payments of $401 million, $764 million, and $669 million, respectively, and new leases
related to our supply chain with total future minimum lease payments of $226 million, $442 million, and $185 million,
respectively.
We expect capital expenditures in 2022 of approximately $4.0 billion to $5.0 billion to support remodels, new stores,
and supply chain projects. Supply chain projects will add replenishment capacity and modernize our network,
including the use of sortation centers to enhance our last-mile delivery capabilities. We expect to complete
approximately 200 full-store remodels, open 25 to 30 new stores, and add more than 250 Ulta Beauty shop-in-
shops during 2022. Additionally, we will continue to invest in optimizing front-end space. We also expect to continue
to invest in new store and supply chain leases.
Dividends
We paid dividends totaling $1.5 billion ($3.16 per share) in 2021 and $1.3 billion ($2.68 per share) in 2020, a per
share increase of 17.9 percent. We declared dividends totaling $1.7 billion ($3.38 per share) in 2021 and $1.4 billion
($2.70 per share) in 2020, a per share increase of 25.2 percent. We have paid dividends every quarter since our
1967 initial public offering and it is our intent to continue to do so in the future.
Share Repurchases
During 2021 and 2020 we returned $7.2 billion and $609 million, respectively, to shareholders through share
repurchase. See Part II, Item 5, Market for the Registrant's Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer
Purchases of Equity Securities of this Annual Report on Form 10-K and Note 21 to the Financial Statements for
more information.
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Subsequent to year-end, we entered into an accelerated share repurchase arrangement to repurchase up to $2.75
billion of our common stock. Under the agreement, we paid $2.75 billion and received an initial delivery of 8.9 million
shares, subject to a final settlement of cash or additional shares in the second quarter of 2022.
Index to Financial Statements
Financing
Our financing strategy is to ensure liquidity and access to capital markets, to maintain a balanced spectrum of debt
maturities, and to manage our net exposure to floating interest rate volatility. Within these parameters, we seek to
minimize our borrowing costs. Our ability to access the long-term debt and commercial paper markets has provided
us with ample sources of liquidity. Our continued access to these markets depends on multiple factors, including the
condition of debt capital markets, our operating performance, and maintaining strong credit ratings. As of
January 29, 2022, our credit ratings were as follows:
Credit Ratings
Long-term debt
Commercial paper
Moody's
Standard and Poor's
Fitch
A2
P-1
A
A-1
A
F1
If our credit ratings were lowered, our ability to access the debt markets, our cost of funds, and other terms for new
debt issuances could be adversely impacted. Each of the credit rating agencies reviews its rating periodically and
there is no guarantee our current credit ratings will remain the same as described above. Fitch raised our long-term
debt rating from A- to A during 2021.
In 2021, we issued $2.0 billion of debt, and we repaid $1.1 billion of debt at maturity.
In 2021, we obtained a committed $3.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that will expire in October 2026.
This new facility replaced our $2.5 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that was set to expire in October 2023.
No balances were outstanding under either credit facility at any time during 2021 or 2020.
Most of our long-term debt obligations contain covenants related to secured debt levels. In addition to a secured
debt level covenant, our credit facility also contains a debt leverage covenant. We are, and expect to remain, in
compliance with these covenants. Additionally, as of January 29, 2022, no notes or debentures contained provisions
requiring acceleration of payment upon a credit rating downgrade, except that certain outstanding notes allow the
note holders to put the notes to us if within a matter of months of each other we experience both (i) a change in
control and (ii) our long-term credit ratings are either reduced and the resulting rating is non-investment grade, or
our long-term credit ratings are placed on watch for possible reduction and those ratings are subsequently reduced
and the resulting rating is non-investment grade.
Note 16 to the Financial Statements provides additional information.
Future Cash Requirements
We enter into contractual obligations in the ordinary course of business that may require future cash payments.
Such obligations include, but are not limited to, purchase commitments, debt service, leasing arrangements, and
liabilities related to deferred compensation and pensions. The Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
provide additional information.
We believe our sources of liquidity, namely operating cash flows, credit facility capacity, and access to capital
markets, will continue to be adequate to meet our contractual obligations, working capital and capital expenditure
requirements, finance anticipated expansion and strategic initiatives, fund debt maturities, pay dividends, and
execute purchases under our share repurchase program for the foreseeable future.
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Our consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP, which requires us to make estimates
and apply judgments that affect the reported amounts. In the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, we
describe the significant accounting policies used in preparing the consolidated financial statements. Our
management has discussed the development, selection, and disclosure of our critical accounting estimates with the
Audit & Risk Committee of our Board of Directors. The following items require significant estimation or judgment:
Inventory and cost of sales: The vast majority of our inventory is accounted for under the retail inventory
accounting method using the last-in, first-out method (LIFO). Our inventory is valued at the lower of LIFO cost or
market. We reduce inventory for estimated losses related to shrink and markdowns. Our shrink estimate is based on
historical losses verified by physical inventory counts. Historically, our actual physical inventory count results have
shown our estimates to be reliable. Market adjustments for markdowns are recorded when the salability of the
merchandise has diminished. Salability can be impacted by consumer preferences and seasonality, among other
factors. We believe the risk of inventory obsolescence is largely mitigated because our inventory typically turns in
less than three months. Inventory was $13.9 billion and $10.7 billion as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021,
respectively, and is further described in Note 10 to the Financial Statements.
Vendor income: We receive various forms of consideration from our vendors (vendor income), principally earned
as a result of volume rebates, markdown allowances, promotions, and advertising allowances. Substantially all
vendor income is recorded as a reduction of cost of sales. Vendor income earned can vary based on a number of
factors, including purchase volumes, sales volumes, and our pricing and promotion strategies.
We establish a receivable for vendor income that is earned but not yet received. Based on historical trending and
data, this receivable is computed by forecasting vendor income collections and estimating the amount earned. The
majority of the year-end vendor income receivables are collected within the following fiscal quarter, and we do not
believe there is a reasonable likelihood that the assumptions used in our estimate will change significantly.
Historically, adjustments to our vendor income receivable have not been material. Vendor income receivable was
$518 million and $504 million as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, respectively. Vendor income is
described further in Note 6 to the Financial Statements.
Long-lived assets: Long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances
indicate that the carrying amounts may not be recoverable. The evaluation is performed primarily at the store level.
An impairment loss is recognized when estimated undiscounted future cash flows from the operation and/or
eventual disposition of the asset or asset group is less than its carrying amount, and is measured as the excess of
its carrying amount over fair value. We estimate fair value by obtaining market appraisals, obtaining valuations from
third-party brokers, or using other valuation techniques. We recorded impairments of $87 million, $62 million, and
$23 million in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively, which are described further in Note 12 to the Financial
Statements.
Insurance/self-insurance: We retain a substantial portion of the risk related to certain general liability, workers'
compensation, property loss, and team member medical and dental claims. However, we maintain stop-loss
coverage to limit the exposure related to certain risks. Liabilities associated with these losses include estimates of
both claims filed and losses incurred but not yet reported. We use actuarial methods which consider a number of
factors to estimate our ultimate cost of losses. General liability and workers' compensation liabilities are recorded
based on our estimate of their net present value; other liabilities referred to above are not discounted. Our workers'
compensation and general liability accrual was $519 million and $510 million as of January 29, 2022, and
January 30, 2021, respectively. We believe that the amounts accrued are appropriate; however, our liabilities could
be significantly affected if future occurrences or loss developments differ from our assumptions. For example, a
5 percent increase or decrease in average claim costs would have impacted our self-insurance expense by
$26 million in 2021. Historically, adjustments to our estimates have not been material. Refer to Part II, Item 7A,
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk, for further disclosure of the market risks associated
with these exposures. We maintain insurance coverage to limit our exposure to certain events, including network
security matters.
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Income taxes: We pay income taxes based on the tax statutes, regulations, and case law of the various
jurisdictions in which we operate. Significant judgment is required in determining the timing and amounts of
deductible and taxable items, and in evaluating the ultimate resolution of tax matters in dispute with tax authorities.
The benefits of uncertain tax positions are recorded in our financial statements only after determining it is likely the
uncertain tax positions would withstand challenge by taxing authorities. We periodically reassess these probabilities
and record any changes in the financial statements as appropriate. Liabilities for uncertain tax positions, including
interest and penalties, were $138 million and $193 million as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021,
respectively. We believe the resolution of these matters will not materially affect our consolidated financial
statements. Income taxes are described further in Note 19 to the Financial Statements.
Index to Financial Statements
Pension accounting: We maintain a funded qualified defined benefit pension plan, as well as nonqualified and
international pension plans that are generally unfunded, for certain current and retired team members. The costs for
these plans are determined based on actuarial calculations using the assumptions described in the following
paragraphs. Eligibility and the level of benefits vary depending on each team member's full-time or part-time status,
date of hire, age, length of service, and/or compensation. The benefit obligation and related expense for these plans
are determined based on actuarial calculations using assumptions about the expected long-term rate of return, the
discount rate, compensation growth rates, mortality, and retirement age. These assumptions, with adjustments
made for any significant plan or participant changes, are used to determine the period-end benefit obligation and
establish expense for the next year.
Our 2021 expected long-term rate of return on plan assets of 5.80 percent was determined by the portfolio
composition, historical long-term investment performance, and current market conditions. A 1 percentage point
decrease in our expected long-term rate of return would increase annual expense by $41 million.
The discount rate used to determine benefit obligations is adjusted annually based on the interest rate for long-term
high-quality corporate bonds, using yields for maturities that are in line with the duration of our pension liabilities.
Our benefit obligation and related expense will fluctuate with changes in interest rates. A 1 percentage point
decrease in the weighted average discount rate would increase annual expense by $62 million.
Based on our experience, we use a graduated compensation growth schedule that assumes higher compensation
growth for younger, shorter-service pension-eligible team members than it does for older, longer-service pension-
eligible team members.
Pension benefits are further described in Note 24 to the Financial Statements.
Legal and other contingencies: We believe the accruals recorded in our consolidated financial statements properly
reflect loss exposures that are both probable and reasonably estimable. We do not believe any of the currently
identified claims or litigation will materially affect our results of operations, cash flows, or financial condition.
However, litigation is subject to inherent uncertainties, and unfavorable rulings could occur. If an unfavorable ruling
were to occur, it may cause a material adverse impact on the results of operations, cash flows, or financial condition
for the period in which the ruling occurs, or future periods. Refer to Note 15 to the Financial Statements for further
information on contingencies.
New Accounting Pronouncements
We do not expect that any recently issued accounting pronouncements will have a material effect on our financial
statements.
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This report contains forward-looking statements, which are based on our current assumptions and expectations.
These statements are typically accompanied by the words "expect," "may," "could," "believe," "would," "might,"
"anticipates," or similar words. The principal forward-looking statements in this report include: our financial
performance, statements regarding the adequacy of and costs associated with our sources of liquidity, the funding
of debt maturities, the continued execution of our share repurchase program, our expected capital expenditures and
new lease commitments, the expected compliance with debt covenants, the expected impact of new accounting
pronouncements, our intentions regarding future dividends, contributions and payments related to our pension plan,
the expected return on plan assets, the expected timing and recognition of compensation expenses, the effects of
macroeconomic conditions, the adequacy of our reserves for general liability, workers' compensation and property
loss, the expected outcome of, and adequacy of our reserves for claims, litigation, and the resolution of tax matters,
our expectations regarding our contractual obligations, liabilities, and vendor income, the expected ability to
recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities and the timing of such recognition, the expected impact of changes in
information technology systems, future responses to and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and changes in our
assumptions and expectations.
All such forward-looking statements are intended to enjoy the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking
statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Although we believe
there is a reasonable basis for the forward-looking statements, our actual results could be materially different. The
most important factors which could cause our actual results to differ from our forward-looking statements are set
forth on our description of risk factors included in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors to this Form 10-K, which should be
read in conjunction with the forward-looking statements in this report. Forward-looking statements speak only as of
the date they are made, and we do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement.
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
As of January 29, 2022, our exposure to market risk was primarily from interest rate changes on our debt
obligations and short-term investments, some of which are at a London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). Our
interest rate exposure is primarily due to differences between our floating rate debt obligations compared to our
floating rate short-term investments. As of January 29, 2022, our floating rate short-term investments exceeded our
floating rate debt by approximately $3.5 billion. Based on our balance sheet position as of January 29, 2022, the
annualized effect of a 0.1 percentage point increase in floating interest rates on our floating rate debt obligations,
net of our floating rate short-term investments, would increase our earnings before income taxes by $3 million. In
general, we expect our floating rate debt to exceed our floating rate short-term investments over time, but that may
vary in different interest rate and economic environments. For example, our short-term investments as of January
29, 2022, exceeded our floating rate debt due to operating cash flow acceleration driven by strong operating results.
See further description of our debt and derivative instruments in Notes 16 and 17 to the Financial Statements.
The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority has announced the intent to phase out LIBOR by June 2023. We
do not expect the phase out to materially impact our financial statements, liquidity, or access to capital markets.
We record our general liability and workers' compensation liabilities at net present value; therefore, these liabilities
fluctuate with changes in interest rates. Based on our balance sheet position as of January 29, 2022, the annualized
effect of a 0.5 percentage point increase/(decrease) in interest rates would increase/(decrease) earnings before
income taxes by $6 million.
In addition, we are exposed to market return fluctuations on our qualified defined benefit pension plan. The value of
our pension liabilities is inversely related to changes in interest rates. A 1 percentage point decrease in the weighted
average discount rate would increase annual expense by $62 million. To protect against declines in interest rates,
we hold high-quality, long-duration bonds and derivative instruments in our pension plan trust. As of January 29,
2022, we had hedged 70 percent of the interest rate exposure of our plan liabilities.
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As more fully described in Note 23 to the Financial Statements, we are exposed to market returns on accumulated
team member balances in our nonqualified, unfunded deferred compensation plans. We control the risk of offering
the nonqualified plans by making investments in life insurance contracts and prepaid forward contracts on our own
common stock that substantially offset our economic exposure to the returns on these plans.
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There have been no other material changes in our primary risk exposures or management of market risks since the
prior year.
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Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Investment
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Note 1
Note 2
Note 3
Note 4
Note 5
Note 6
Note 7
Note 8
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Note 10
Note 11
Note 12
Note 13
Note 14
Note 15
Note 16
Note 17
Note 18
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Note 20
Note 21
Note 22
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Note 24
Note 25
Summary of Accounting Policies
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Dermstore Sale
Revenues
Cost of Sales and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Consideration Received from Vendors
Advertising Costs
Fair Value Measurements
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Inventory
Other Current Assets
Property and Equipment
Other Noncurrent Assets
Accrued and Other Current Liabilities
Commitments and Contingencies
Commercial Paper and Long-Term Debt
Derivative Financial Instruments
Leases
Incomes Taxes
Other Noncurrent Liabilities
Share Repurchase
Share-Based Compensation
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Report of Management on the Consolidated Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the consistency, integrity, and presentation of the information in the Annual Report. The consolidated financial
statements and other information presented in this Annual Report have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States and include necessary judgments and estimates by management.
To fulfill our responsibility, we maintain comprehensive systems of internal control designed to provide reasonable assurance that assets are
safeguarded and transactions are executed in accordance with established procedures. The concept of reasonable assurance is based upon
recognition that the cost of the controls should not exceed the benefit derived. We believe our systems of internal control provide this reasonable
assurance.
The Board of Directors exercised its oversight role with respect to the Corporation's systems of internal control primarily through its Audit & Risk
Committee, which is comprised of independent directors. The Committee oversees the Corporation's systems of internal control, accounting
practices, financial reporting and audits to assess whether their quality, integrity, and objectivity are sufficient to protect shareholders'
investments.
In addition, our consolidated financial statements have been audited by Ernst & Young LLP, independent registered public accounting firm, whose
report also appears on this page.
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
March 9, 2022
Michael J. Fiddelke
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of
Target Corporation
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of Target Corporation (the Corporation) as of January 29, 2022
and January 30, 2021, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income, cash flows and shareholders' investment for
each of the three years in the period ended January 29, 2022, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “consolidated financial
statements”). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Corporation
at January 29, 2022 and January 30, 2021, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended
January 29, 2022, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the
Corporation's internal control over financial reporting as of January 29, 2022, based on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated
Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) and our report dated March 9,
2022 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Corporation's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the
Corporation’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be
independent with respect to the Corporation in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the
Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits
included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and
performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and
disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for
our opinion.
Critical Audit Matters
The critical audit matters communicated below are matters arising from the current period audit of the financial statements that were
communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that: (1) relate to accounts or disclosures that are material to the
financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters
does not alter in any way our opinion on the consolidated financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical
audit matters below, providing separate opinions on the critical audit matters or on the accounts or disclosures to which they relate.
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Valuation of Inventory and related Cost of Sales
Description of
the Matter
At January 29, 2022, the Corporation’s inventory was $13,902 million. As described in Note 10 to the consolidated financial
statements, the Corporation accounts for the vast majority of its inventory under the retail inventory accounting method (RIM)
using the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. RIM is an averaging method that has been widely used in the retail industry due to its
practicality. Under RIM, inventory cost and the resulting gross margins are calculated by applying a cost-to-retail ratio to the
inventory retail value.
Auditing inventory requires extensive audit effort including significant involvement of more experienced audit team members,
including the involvement of our information technology (IT) professionals, given the relatively higher level of automation
impacting the inventory process including the involvement of multiple information systems used to capture the high volume of
transactions processed by the Corporation. Further, the inventory process is supported by a number of automated and IT
dependent controls that elevate the importance of the IT general controls that support the underlying information systems
utilized to process transactions.
How We
Addressed the
Matter in Our
Audit
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of controls over the Corporation’s
inventory process, including the underlying IT general controls. For example, we tested automated controls performed by the
Corporation’s information systems and controls over the completeness of data transfers between information systems used in
performing the Corporation’s RIM calculation. Our audit procedures included, among others, testing the processing scenarios
of the automated controls by evaluating configuration settings and performing a transaction walkthrough for each scenario.
Our audit procedures also included, among others, testing the key inputs into the RIM calculation, including purchases, sales,
shortage, and price changes (markdowns) by comparing the key inputs back to source information such as third-party vendor
invoices, third-party inventory count information and cash receipts. We performed extensive analytical procedures. For
example, we performed multiple linear regression analysis to predict ending inventory values at each store and distribution
center location, as well as predictive markdown analytics based on inquiries held with members of the merchant organization
to assess the level of price changes within a category. In addition, we tested the existence of inventories by observing physical
inventory counts for a sample of stores and distribution centers.
Valuation of Vendor Income Receivables
Description of
the Matter
At January 29, 2022, the Corporation’s vendor income receivables totaled $518 million. As discussed in Note 6 of the
consolidated financial statements, the Corporation receives consideration for a variety of vendor-sponsored programs, which
are primarily recorded as a reduction of cost of sales when earned. The Corporation records a receivable for amounts earned
but not yet received.
Auditing the Corporation's vendor income receivables was complex due to the estimation required in measuring the
receivables. The estimate was sensitive to significant assumptions, such as forecasted vendor income collections, and
estimating the time period over which the collections have been earned, which is primarily based on historical trending and
data.
How We
Addressed the
Matter in Our
Audit
We obtained an understanding, evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of controls over the Corporation’s
vendor income receivable process, including controls over management’s review of the significant assumptions described
above.
To test the estimated vendor income receivables, we performed audit procedures that included, among others, assessing the
estimation methodology used by management and evaluating the forecasted vendor income collections and the time period
over which collections have been earned as used in the receivable estimation model. For a sample of the vendor rebates and
concessions, we evaluated the nature and source of the inputs used and the terms of the contractual agreements. We
recalculated the amount of the vendor income earned based on the inputs and the terms of the agreements. In addition, we
recalculated the time period over which the vendor income collection had been earned to assess the accuracy of
management’s estimates. We also performed sensitivity analyses of significant assumptions to evaluate the significance of
changes in the receivables that would result from changes in assumptions.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
We have served as the Corporation's auditor since 1931.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Report of Management on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in
Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f). Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our chief executive officer and
chief financial officer, we assessed the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of January 29, 2022, based on the
framework in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013), issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway
Commission (2013 framework). Based on our assessment, we conclude that the Corporation's internal control over financial reporting is effective
based on those criteria.
Our internal control over financial reporting as of January 29, 2022, has been audited by Ernst & Young LLP, the independent registered public
accounting firm who has also audited our consolidated financial statements, as stated in their report which appears on this page.
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
March 9, 2022
Michael J. Fiddelke
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Shareholders and the Board of Directors of
Target Corporation
Opinion on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
We have audited Target Corporation’s internal control over financial reporting as of January 29, 2022, based on criteria established in Internal
Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework) (the
COSO criteria). In our opinion, Target Corporation (the Corporation) maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial
reporting as of January 29, 2022, based on the COSO criteria.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the
consolidated statements of financial position of the Corporation as of January 29, 2022 and January 30, 2021, the related consolidated
statements of operations, comprehensive income, cash flows and shareholders' investment for each of the three years in the period ended
January 29, 2022, and the related notes and our report dated March 9, 2022 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
Basis for Opinion
The Corporation’s management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the
effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying Report of Management on Internal Control over Financial
Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Corporation’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. We are a
public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Corporation in accordance with the U.S.
federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects.
Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists,
testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other
procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Definition and Limitations of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial
reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A
company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in
reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance
that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and
directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or
disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any
evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or
that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.
/s/ Ernst & Young LLP
Minneapolis, Minnesota
March 9, 2022
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(millions, except per share data)
Sales
Other revenue
Total revenue
Cost of sales
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Depreciation and amortization (exclusive of depreciation included in cost
of sales)
Operating income
Net interest expense
Net other (income) / expense
Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes
Provision for income taxes
Net earnings from continuing operations
Discontinued operations, net of tax
Net earnings
Basic earnings per share
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
Net earnings per share
Weighted average common shares outstanding
Basic
Diluted
Antidilutive shares
Note: Per share amounts may not foot due to rounding.
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
2021
2020
2019
$ 104,611 $
92,400 $
77,130
1,394
1,161
106,005
93,561
74,963
66,177
19,752
18,615
982
78,112
54,864
16,233
2,344
8,946
421
(382)
8,907
1,961
6,946
—
2,230
6,539
977
16
5,546
1,178
4,368
—
2,357
4,658
477
(9)
4,190
921
3,269
12
6,946 $
4,368 $
3,281
14.23 $
8.72 $
—
—
14.23 $
8.72 $
14.10 $
8.64 $
—
—
14.10 $
8.64 $
6.39
0.02
6.42
6.34
0.02
6.36
488.1
492.7
—
500.6
505.4
—
510.9
515.6
—
$
$
$
$
$
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(millions)
Net earnings
Other comprehensive income / (loss), net of tax
Pension benefit liabilities
Currency translation adjustment and cash flow hedges
Other comprehensive income / (loss)
Comprehensive income
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
2021
2020
2019
$
6,946 $
4,368 $
3,281
152
51
203
102
10
112
(65)
2
(63)
$
7,149 $
4,480 $
3,218
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Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
(millions, except footnotes)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents
Inventory
Other current assets
Total current assets
Property and equipment
Land
Buildings and improvements
Fixtures and equipment
Computer hardware and software
Construction-in-progress
Accumulated depreciation
Property and equipment, net
Operating lease assets
Other noncurrent assets
Total assets
Liabilities and shareholders' investment
Accounts payable
Accrued and other current liabilities
Current portion of long-term debt and other borrowings
Total current liabilities
Long-term debt and other borrowings
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities
Deferred income taxes
Other noncurrent liabilities
Total noncurrent liabilities
Shareholders' investment
Common stock
Additional paid-in capital
Retained earnings
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Total shareholders' investment
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
5,911 $
13,902
1,760
21,573
6,164
32,985
6,407
2,505
1,257
8,511
10,653
1,592
20,756
6,141
31,557
5,914
2,765
780
(21,137)
(20,278)
28,181
26,879
2,556
1,501
2,227
1,386
53,811 $
51,248
15,478 $
12,859
$
$
6,098
171
21,747
13,549
2,493
1,566
1,629
6,122
1,144
20,125
11,536
2,218
990
1,939
19,237
16,683
39
6,421
6,920
(553)
12,827
42
6,329
8,825
(756)
14,440
51,248
Total liabilities and shareholders' investment
$
53,811 $
Common Stock Authorized 6,000,000,000 shares, $0.0833 par value; 471,274,073 shares issued and outstanding
as of January 29, 2022; 500,877,129 shares issued and outstanding as of January 30, 2021.
Preferred Stock Authorized 5,000,000 shares, $0.01 par value; no shares were issued or outstanding during any
period presented.
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(millions)
Operating activities
Net earnings
Earnings from discontinued operations, net of tax
Net earnings from continuing operations
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:
Depreciation and amortization
Share-based compensation expense
Deferred income taxes
Gain on Dermstore sale
Loss on debt extinguishment
Noncash losses / (gains) and other, net
Changes in operating accounts:
Inventory
Other assets
Accounts payable
Accrued and other liabilities
Cash provided by operating activities—continuing operations
Cash provided by operating activities—discontinued operations
Cash provided by operating activities
Investing activities
Expenditures for property and equipment
Proceeds from disposal of property and equipment
Proceeds from Dermstore sale
Other investments
Cash required for investing activities
Financing activities
Additions to long-term debt
Reductions of long-term debt
Dividends paid
Repurchase of stock
Stock option exercises
Cash required for financing activities
Net (decrease) / increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
Supplemental information
Interest paid, net of capitalized interest
Income taxes paid
Leased assets obtained in exchange for new finance lease liabilities
Leased assets obtained in exchange for new operating lease liabilities
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
2021
2020
2019
$
6,946 $
4,368 $
—
6,946
—
4,368
3,281
12
3,269
2,642
2,485
2,604
228
522
(335)
—
67
(3,249)
(78)
2,628
(746)
8,625
—
8,625
200
(184)
—
512
86
(1,661)
(137)
2,925
1,931
10,525
—
10,525
147
178
—
10
29
505
18
140
199
7,099
18
7,117
(3,544)
(2,649)
(3,027)
27
356
7
42
—
16
63
—
20
(3,154)
(2,591)
(2,944)
1,972
(1,147)
(1,548)
(7,356)
8
(8,071)
(2,600)
8,511
2,480
(2,415)
(1,343)
(745)
23
(2,000)
5,934
2,577
$
$
5,911 $
8,511 $
414 $
939 $
2,063
288
580
1,031
428
262
1,739
(2,069)
(1,330)
(1,565)
73
(3,152)
1,021
1,556
2,577
492
696
379
464
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Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Investment
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Common
Stock
Shares
Stock
Par
Value
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Retained
Earnings
Accumulated Other
Comprehensive
(Loss) / Income
Total
517.8 $ 43 $
6,042 $
6,017 $
(805) $ 11,297
(millions)
February 2, 2019
Net earnings
Other comprehensive loss
Dividends declared
Repurchase of stock
February 1, 2020
Net earnings
Other comprehensive income
Dividends declared
Repurchase of stock
January 30, 2021
Net earnings
Other comprehensive income
Dividends declared
Repurchase of stock
Stock options and awards
January 29, 2022
Stock options and awards
2.4 —
184
504.2 $ 42 $
6,226 $
6,433 $
Stock options and awards
2.4 —
103
— —
— —
— —
(16.0)
(1)
—
—
—
—
— —
— —
— —
(5.7) —
—
—
—
—
3,281
—
(1,345)
(1,520)
—
4,368
—
(1,367)
(609)
—
500.9 $ 42 $
6,329 $
8,825 $
— —
— —
— —
(31.3)
(3)
1.7 —
—
—
—
—
92
6,946
—
(1,655)
(7,196)
—
—
3,281
(63)
(63)
—
(1,345)
—
(1,521)
—
184
(868) $ 11,833
—
4,368
112
112
—
(1,367)
—
—
(609)
103
(756) $ 14,440
—
6,946
203
203
—
(1,655)
—
(7,199)
—
92
471.3 $ 39 $
6,421 $
6,920 $
(553) $ 12,827
We declared $3.38, $2.70, and $2.62 dividends per share for the twelve months ended January 29, 2022,
January 30, 2021, and February 1, 2020, respectively.
See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Accounting Policies
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
Table of Contents
Index to Financial Statements
Organization We are a general merchandise retailer selling products to our guests through our stores and digital
channels.
We operate as a single segment that includes all of our continuing operations, which are designed to enable guests
to purchase products seamlessly in stores or through our digital channels. Nearly all of our revenues are generated
in the United States (U.S.). The vast majority of our long-lived assets are located within the U.S.
Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the balances of Target and its subsidiaries after
elimination of intercompany balances and transactions. All material subsidiaries are wholly owned.
Use of estimates The preparation of our consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally
accepted accounting principles (GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions affecting
reported amounts in the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results may differ
significantly from those estimates.
Fiscal year Our fiscal year ends on the Saturday nearest January 31. Unless otherwise stated, references to
years in this report relate to fiscal years, rather than to calendar years. Fiscal 2021, 2020, and 2019 ended
January 29, 2022, January 30, 2021, and February 1, 2020, respectively, and consisted of 52 weeks. Fiscal 2022
will end January 28, 2023, and will consist of 52 weeks.
Accounting policies Our accounting policies are disclosed in the applicable Notes to the Consolidated Financial
Statements. Certain prior-year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current-year presentation.
2. Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. In 2020 and 2021, governments took various measures in response
to COVID-19, such as mandating the closure of certain businesses at times and encouraging or requiring citizens to
avoid large gatherings. To date, virtually all of our stores, digital channels, and distribution centers have remained
open.
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have experienced strong comparable sales growth and significant
volatility in our sales category and channel mix, including same-day fulfillment options. Note 4 presents sales by
category. We have taken various actions, including accelerating purchases of certain merchandise in our core
categories and, early in the pandemic, slowing or canceling purchase orders, primarily for Apparel and Accessories.
As a result of these actions, we recorded $226 million of purchase order cancellation fees in Cost of Sales in 2020.
3. Dermstore Sale
In February 2021, we sold our wholly owned subsidiary Dermstore LLC (Dermstore) for $356 million in cash and
recognized a $335 million pretax gain, which is included in Net Other (Income) / Expense. Dermstore represented
less than 1 percent of our consolidated revenues, operating income and net assets.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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Index to Financial Statements
4. Revenues
General merchandise sales represent the vast majority of our revenues. We also earn revenues from a variety of
other sources, most notably credit card profit-sharing income from our arrangement with TD Bank Group (TD).
Revenues
(millions)
Apparel and accessories (a)
Beauty and household essentials (b)
Food and beverage (c)
Hardlines (d)
Home furnishings and décor (e)
Other
Sales
Credit card profit sharing
Other
Other revenue
Total revenue
(a)
2021
2020
2019
$
17,931 $
14,772 $
27,268
20,306
18,614
20,255
237
24,461
18,135
16,626
18,231
175
14,304
20,616
15,039
12,595
14,430
146
104,611
92,400
77,130
710
684
1,394
666
495
1,161
680
302
982
$
106,005 $
93,561 $
78,112
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
Includes apparel for women, men, boys, girls, toddlers, infants and newborns, as well as jewelry,
accessories, and shoes.
Includes beauty and personal care, baby gear, cleaning, paper products, and pet supplies.
Includes dry grocery, dairy, frozen food, beverages, candy, snacks, deli, bakery, meat, produce, and food
service in our stores.
Includes electronics (including video game hardware and software), toys, entertainment, sporting goods,
and luggage.
Includes furniture, lighting, storage, kitchenware, small appliances, home décor, bed and bath, home
improvement, school/office supplies, greeting cards and party supplies, and other seasonal merchandise.
Merchandise sales – We record almost all retail store revenues at the point of sale. Digitally originated sales may
include shipping revenue and are recorded upon delivery to the guest or upon guest pickup at the store. Total
revenues do not include sales tax because we are a pass-through conduit for collecting and remitting sales taxes.
Generally, guests may return national brand merchandise within 90 days of purchase and owned and exclusive
brands within one year of purchase. Sales are recognized net of expected returns, which we estimate using
historical return patterns and our expectation of future returns. As of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, the
liability for estimated returns was $165 million and $139 million, respectively.
We routinely enter into arrangements with vendors whereby we do not purchase or pay for merchandise until the
merchandise is ultimately sold to a guest. Under the vast majority of these arrangements, which represent less than
5 percent of consolidated sales, we record revenue and related costs gross. We concluded that we are the principal
in these transactions for a number of reasons, most notably because we 1) control the overall economics of the
transactions, including setting the sales price and realizing the majority of cash flows from the sale, 2) control the
relationship with the customer, and 3) are responsible for fulfilling the promise to provide goods to the customer.
Merchandise received under these arrangements is not included in Inventory because the purchase and sale of this
inventory are virtually simultaneous.
Revenue from Target gift card sales is recognized upon gift card redemption, which is typically within one year of
issuance. Our gift cards do not expire. Based on historical redemption rates, a small and relatively stable
percentage of gift cards will never be redeemed, referred to as "breakage." Estimated breakage revenue is
recognized over time in proportion to actual gift card redemptions.
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Gift Card Liability Activity
(millions)
Gift card liability (a)
(a)
(b)
Included in Accrued and Other Current Liabilities.
Net of estimated breakage.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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Index to Financial Statements
Gift Cards
Issued During
Current Period
But Not
Redeemed (b)
Revenue
Recognized
From
Beginning
Liability
January 30,
2021
January 29,
2022
$
1,035 $
903 $
(736) $
1,202
Guests receive a 5 percent discount on nearly all purchases and receive free shipping at Target.com when they use
their Target Debit Card, Target Credit Card, or Target MasterCard (RedCards).
Target Circle program members earn 1 percent rewards on nearly all non-RedCard purchases. As of January 29,
2022, and January 30, 2021, deferred revenue of $89 million and $72 million, respectively, related to this loyalty
program was included in Accrued and Other Current Liabilities.
Credit card profit sharing – We receive payments under a credit card program agreement with TD. Under the
agreement, we receive a percentage of the profits generated by the Target Credit Card and Target MasterCard
receivables in exchange for performing account servicing and primary marketing functions. TD underwrites, funds,
and owns Target Credit Card and Target MasterCard receivables, controls risk management policies, and oversees
regulatory compliance.
Other – Includes advertising, Shipt membership and service revenues, commissions earned on third-party sales
through Target.com, rental income, and other miscellaneous revenues.
5. Cost of Sales and Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
The following table illustrates the primary items classified in each major expense category:
Cost of Sales
Total cost of products sold including
• Freight expenses associated with moving
merchandise from our vendors to and between our
distribution centers and our retail stores
• Vendor income that is not reimbursement of
specific, incremental, and identifiable costs
Inventory shrink
Markdowns
Outbound shipping and handling expenses
associated with sales to our guests
Payment term cash discounts
Distribution center costs, including compensation
and benefits costs and depreciation
Compensation and benefit costs associated with
shipment of merchandise from stores
Import costs
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Compensation and benefit costs for stores and
headquarters, except ship from store costs classified
as cost of sales
Occupancy and operating costs of retail and
headquarters facilities
Advertising, offset by vendor income that is a
reimbursement of specific, incremental, and
identifiable costs
Pre-opening and exit costs of stores and other facilities
Credit cards servicing expenses
Costs associated with accepting third-party bank issued
payment cards
Litigation and defense costs and related insurance
recoveries
Other administrative costs
Note: The classification of these expenses varies across the retail industry.
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6. Consideration Received from Vendors
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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Index to Financial Statements
We receive consideration for a variety of vendor-sponsored programs such as volume rebates, markdown
allowances, promotions, and advertising activities and for our compliance programs, referred to as "vendor income."
Additionally, under our compliance programs, vendors are charged for merchandise shipments that do not meet our
requirements (violations), such as late or incomplete shipments. Substantially all vendor income is recorded as a
reduction of Cost of Sales.
We establish a receivable for vendor income that is earned but not yet received. Based on historical trending and
data, this receivable is computed by forecasting vendor income collections and estimating the amount earned. The
majority of the year-end vendor income receivables are collected within the following fiscal quarter, and we do not
believe there is a reasonable likelihood that the assumptions used in our estimate will change significantly. Note 11
provides additional information.
7. Advertising Costs
Advertising costs, which primarily consist of digital advertisements and media broadcast, are generally expensed at
first showing or distribution of the advertisement. Reimbursements from vendors that are for specific, incremental,
and identifiable advertising costs are recognized as offsets of these advertising costs within Selling, General and
Administrative Expenses (SG&A Expenses). Net advertising costs were $1.5 billion, $1.5 billion, and $1.6 billion in
2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
8. Fair Value Measurements
Fair value measurements are reported in one of three levels based on the lowest level of significant input used:
Level 1 (unadjusted quoted prices in active markets); Level 2 (observable market inputs, other than quoted prices
included in Level 1); and Level 3 (unobservable inputs that cannot be corroborated by observable market data).
Fair Value Measurements - Recurring Basis
Fair Value as of
(millions)
Assets
Classification
Measurement
Level
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
Short-term investments (a)
Prepaid forward contracts (b)
Interest rate swaps (c)
Interest rate swaps (c)
Cash and Cash Equivalents
Level 1 $
4,985 $
7,644
Other Current Assets
Other Current Assets
Other Noncurrent Assets
Level 1
Level 2
Level 2
35
17
135
38
—
188
(a)
(b)
(c)
Carrying value approximates fair value because maturities are less than three months.
Initially valued at transaction price. Subsequently valued by reference to the market price of Target common
stock.
Valuations are based on observable inputs to the valuation model (e.g., interest rates and credit spreads).
See Note 17 for additional information on interest rate swaps.
Significant Financial Instruments Not Measured at Fair Value (a)
(millions)
Long-term debt, including current portion (b)
(a)
(b)
The carrying amounts of certain other current assets, commercial paper, accounts payable, and certain
accrued and other current liabilities approximate fair value due to their short-term nature.
The fair value of debt is generally measured using a discounted cash flow analysis based on current market
interest rates for the same or similar types of financial instruments and would be classified as Level 2.
These amounts exclude commercial paper, unamortized swap valuation adjustments, and lease liabilities.
As of January 29,
2022
As of January 30,
2021
Carrying
Amount
Fair
Value
Carrying
Amount
Fair
Value
$ 11,568 $ 12,808 $ 10,643 $ 12,787
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9. Cash and Cash Equivalents
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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Cash equivalents include highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less from the time of
purchase. Cash equivalents also include amounts due from third-party financial institutions for credit and debit card
transactions. These receivables typically settle in five days or less.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
(millions)
Cash
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
349 $
307
560
7,644
8,511
Receivables from third-party financial institutions for credit and debit card transactions
Short-term investments
Cash and Cash Equivalents (a)
(a)
We have access to these funds without any significant restrictions, taxes or penalties.
$
577
4,985
5,911 $
As of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, we reclassified book overdrafts of $366 million and $240 million,
respectively, to Accounts Payable and $19 million and $24 million, respectively, to Accrued and Other Current
Liabilities.
10. Inventory
The vast majority of our inventory is accounted for under the retail inventory accounting method (RIM) using the
last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. Inventory is stated at the lower of LIFO cost or market. Inventory cost includes the
amount we pay to our suppliers to acquire inventory, freight costs incurred to deliver product to our distribution
centers and stores, and import costs, reduced by vendor income and cash discounts. Distribution center operating
costs, including compensation and benefits, are expensed in the period incurred. Inventory is also reduced for
estimated losses related to shrink and markdowns. The LIFO provision is calculated based on inventory levels,
markup rates, and internally measured retail price indices.
Under RIM, inventory cost and the resulting gross margins are calculated by applying a cost-to-retail ratio to the
inventory retail value. RIM is an averaging method that has been widely used in the retail industry due to its
practicality. The use of RIM will result in inventory being valued at the lower of cost or market because permanent
markdowns are taken as a reduction of the retail value of inventory.
11. Other Current Assets
Other Current Assets
(millions)
Accounts and other receivables
Vendor income receivable
Prepaid expenses
Other
Other Current Assets
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
835 $
518
170
237
631
504
171
286
$
1,760 $
1,592
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12. Property and Equipment
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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Property and equipment, including assets acquired under finance leases, is depreciated using the straight-line
method over estimated useful lives or lease terms if shorter. We amortize leasehold improvements purchased after
the beginning of the initial lease term over the shorter of the assets' useful lives or a term that includes the original
lease term, plus any renewals that are reasonably certain at the date the leasehold improvements are acquired.
Total depreciation expense, including depreciation expense included in Cost of Sales, was $2.6 billion, $2.5 billion,
and $2.6 billion for 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively. For income tax purposes, accelerated depreciation methods
are generally used. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred. Facility pre-opening costs, including
supplies and payroll, are expensed as incurred.
Estimated Useful Lives
Buildings and improvements
Fixtures and equipment
Computer hardware and software
Life (Years)
8-39
2-15
2-7
We review long-lived assets for impairment when store performance expectations, events, or changes in
circumstances—such as a decision to relocate or close a store, office, or distribution center, discontinue a project,
or make significant software changes—indicate that the asset's carrying value may not be recoverable. We
recognized impairment losses of $87 million, $62 million, and $23 million during 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
For asset groups classified as held for sale, measurement of an impairment loss is based on the excess of the
carrying amount of the asset group over its fair value. We estimate fair value by obtaining market appraisals,
obtaining valuations from third-party brokers, or using other valuation techniques. Impairments are recorded in
SG&A Expenses.
13. Other Noncurrent Assets
Other Noncurrent Assets
(millions)
Goodwill and intangible assets (a)
Company-owned life insurance investments, net of loans (b)
Other
Other Noncurrent Assets
(a)
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
$
656 $
470
375
668
450
268
1,501 $
1,386
Goodwill totaled $631 million as of both January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021. No impairments were
recorded in 2021, 2020, or 2019 as a result of the annual goodwill impairment tests performed.
Note 23 provides more information on company-owned life insurance investments.
(b)
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14. Accrued and Other Current Liabilities
Accrued and Other Current Liabilities
(millions)
Wages and benefits
Gift card liability, net of estimated breakage
Real estate, sales, and other taxes payable
Dividends payable
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
Workers' compensation and general liability (a)
Interest payable
Other
Accrued and Other Current Liabilities
(a)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
1,620 $
1,202
1,042
424
254
169
77
1,310
$
6,098 $
1,677
1,035
1,103
341
211
169
79
1,507
6,122
We retain a substantial portion of the risk related to general liability and workers' compensation claims. We
estimate our ultimate cost based on analysis of historical data and actuarial estimates. General liability and
workers' compensation liabilities are recorded at our estimate of their net present value. Note 20 provides
the noncurrent balance of these liabilities.
15. Commitments and Contingencies
Contingencies
We are exposed to claims and litigation arising in the ordinary course of business and use various methods to
resolve these matters in a manner that we believe serves the best interest of our shareholders and other
constituents. When a loss is probable, we record an accrual based on the reasonably estimable loss or range of
loss. When no point of loss is more likely than another, we record the lowest amount in the estimated range of loss
and, if material, disclose the estimated range of loss. We do not record liabilities for reasonably possible loss
contingencies, but do disclose a range of reasonably possible losses if they are material and we are able to
estimate such a range. If we cannot provide a range of reasonably possible losses, we explain the factors that
prevent us from determining such a range. Historically, adjustments to our estimates have not been material. We
believe the recorded reserves in our consolidated financial statements are adequate in light of the probable and
estimable liabilities. We do not believe that any of these identified claims or litigation will be material to our results of
operations, cash flows, or financial condition.
Commitments
Purchase obligations, which include all legally binding contracts such as merchandise royalties, equipment
purchases, marketing-related contracts, software acquisition/license commitments, firm minimum commitments for
inventory purchases, and service contracts, were $944 million and $785 million as of January 29, 2022, and
January 30, 2021, respectively. These purchase obligations are primarily due within three years and recorded as
liabilities when goods are received or services are rendered. Real estate obligations, which include legally binding
minimum lease payments for leases signed but not yet commenced, and commitments for the purchase,
construction, or remodeling of real estate and facilities, were $2.5 billion and $2.1 billion as of January 29, 2022,
and January 30, 2021, respectively. Over half of these real estate obligations are due within one year, a portion of
which are recorded as liabilities.
We issue inventory purchase orders in the ordinary course of business, which represent authorizations to purchase
that are cancelable by their terms. We do not consider purchase orders to be firm inventory commitments. If we
choose to cancel a purchase order, we may be obligated to reimburse the vendor for unrecoverable outlays incurred
prior to cancellation.
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We also issue letters of credit and surety bonds in the ordinary course of business. Trade letters of credit totaled
$2.6 billion and $2.0 billion as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, respectively, a portion of which are
reflected in Accounts Payable. Standby letters of credit and surety bonds, primarily related to insurance and
regulatory requirements, totaled $517 million and $472 million as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021,
respectively.
16. Commercial Paper and Long-Term Debt
As of January 29, 2022, the carrying value and maturities of our debt portfolio were as follows:
Debt Maturities
(dollars in millions)
Due 2022-2026
Due 2027-2031
Due 2032-2036
Due 2037-2041
Due 2042-2046
Due 2047-2051
Total notes and debentures
Swap valuation adjustments
Finance lease liabilities
Less: Amounts due within one year
January 29, 2022
Rate (a)
Balance
2.6 % $
3.5
6.3
6.8
3.9
3.3
3.5
4,544
2,603
301
936
1,684
1,500
11,568
77
2,075
(171)
Long-term debt and other borrowings
(a)
Reflects the dollar weighted average stated interest rate as of year-end.
$
13,549
Required Principal Payments
(millions)
Total required principal payments
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
$
63 $
— $
1,000 $
1,500 $
2,000
In January 2022, we issued unsecured fixed rate debt of $1.0 billion at 1.950 percent that matures in January 2027
and $1.0 billion at 2.950 percent that matures in January 2052. Furthermore, we repaid $1.0 billion of 2.900 percent
unsecured fixed rate debt at maturity.
In October 2020, we repurchased $1.77 billion of unsecured fixed rate debt before its maturity at a market value of
$2.25 billion. We recognized a loss on early retirement of $512 million, which was recorded in Net Interest Expense.
In March 2020, we issued unsecured fixed rate debt of $1.5 billion at 2.250 percent that matures in April 2025 and
$1.0 billion at 2.650 percent that matures in September 2030.
In January 2020, we issued $750 million of 10-year unsecured fixed rate debt at 2.350 percent, and separately, we
repurchased $1.0 billion of 3.875 percent unsecured fixed rate debt before its maturity. We recognized a loss on
early retirement of approximately $10 million, which was recorded in Net Interest Expense.
We obtain short-term financing from time to time under our commercial paper program. No balances were
outstanding under our commercial paper program at any time during 2021 or 2020.
In 2021, we obtained a committed $3.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that will expire in October 2026.
This new facility replaced our $2.5 billion unsecured revolving credit facility that was set to expire October 2023. No
balances were outstanding under either facility at any time during 2021, 2020, or 2019.
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Substantially all of our outstanding borrowings are senior, unsecured obligations. Most of our long-term debt
obligations contain covenants related to secured debt levels. In addition to a secured debt level covenant, our credit
facility also contains a debt leverage covenant. We are, and expect to remain, in compliance with these covenants,
which have no practical effect on our ability to pay dividends.
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17. Derivative Financial Instruments
Our derivative instruments consist of interest rate swaps used to mitigate interest rate risk. As a result, we have
counterparty credit exposure to large global financial institutions, which we monitor on an ongoing basis. Note 8
provides the fair value and classification of these instruments.
Under our swap agreements, we pay a floating rate equal to 1-month LIBOR and receive a weighted average fixed
rate of 2.6 percent. The agreements have a weighted average remaining maturity of 5.9 years. As of January 29,
2022, and January 30, 2021, interest rate swaps with notional amounts totaling $1.5 billion were designated as fair
value hedges, and all were considered to be perfectly effective under the shortcut method during 2021 and 2020.
As of January 29, 2022, we were party to forward-starting interest rate swaps with notional amounts totaling
$2.15 billion to hedge the interest rate exposure of anticipated future debt issuances during the next three years.
We designated these derivative financial instruments as cash flow hedges. As of January 29, 2022, a $75 million
gain was recorded in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss and will be reclassified to Net Interest Expense as
we record interest expense on the associated debt.
Effect of Hedges on Debt
(millions)
Long-term debt and other borrowings
Carrying amount of hedged debt
Cumulative hedging adjustments, included in carrying amount
Effect of Hedges on Net Interest Expense
(millions)
Gain (loss) on fair value hedges recognized in Net Interest Expense
Interest rate swap designated as fair value hedges
Hedged debt
Total
18. Leases
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
1,572 $
77
1,677
183
2021
2020
2019
$
$
(106) $
106
— $
46 $
(46)
— $
130
(130)
—
We lease certain retail stores, warehouses, distribution centers, office space, land, and equipment. Leases with an
initial term of 12 months or less are not recorded on the balance sheet; we recognize lease expense for these
leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term. We combine lease and nonlease components for new and
reassessed leases.
Most leases include one or more options to renew, with renewal terms that can extend the lease term from one to
50 years or more. The exercise of lease renewal options is at our sole discretion. Certain leases also include
options to purchase the leased property. The depreciable life of leased assets and leasehold improvements are
limited by the expected lease term, unless there is a transfer of title or purchase option reasonably certain of
exercise.
Certain of our lease agreements require reimbursement of real estate taxes, common area maintenance, and
insurance, as well as rental payments based on a percentage of retail sales over contractual levels and others
include rental payments adjusted periodically for inflation. Our lease agreements do not contain any material
residual value guarantees or material restrictive covenants.
We rent or sublease certain real estate to third parties. Our lease and sublease portfolio consists mainly of
operating leases with CVS Pharmacy Inc. (CVS) for space within our stores.
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Leases
(millions)
Assets
Operating
Finance
Total leased assets
Liabilities
Current
Operating
Finance
Noncurrent
Operating
Finance
Total lease liabilities
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Classification
Operating Lease Assets
Buildings and Improvements, net of Accumulated
Depreciation (a)
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January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
2,556 $
1,652
2,227
1,504
$
4,208 $
3,731
Accrued and Other Current Liabilities
Current Portion of Long-term Debt and Other Borrowings
$
254 $
108
Noncurrent Operating Lease Liabilities
Long-term Debt and Other Borrowings
2,493
1,967
$
4,822 $
211
88
2,218
1,766
4,283
Note: We use our incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at commencement date in
determining the present value of lease payments.
(a)
Finance lease assets are recorded net of accumulated amortization of $670 million and $550 million as of
January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, respectively.
Lease Cost
(millions)
Operating lease cost (a)
Finance lease cost
Classification
SG&A Expenses
2021
2020
2019
$
387 $
332 $
287
Amortization of leased assets
Interest on lease liabilities
Depreciation and Amortization (b)
Net Interest Expense
Other Revenue
Sublease income (c)
Net lease cost
(a)
127
68
(18)
105
62
(15)
$
564 $
484 $
82
51
(13)
407
(b)
(c)
2021 and 2020 include $64 million and $44 million, respectively, of short-term and variable lease costs.
Short-term and variable lease costs were insignificant for 2019.
Supply chain-related amounts are included in Cost of Sales.
Sublease income excludes rental income from owned properties of $48 million for each of 2021, 2020, and
2019, which is included in Other Revenue.
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Maturity of Lease Liabilities
(millions)
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
After 2026
Total lease payments
Less: Interest
Present value of lease liabilities
(a)
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Operating
Leases (a)
Finance
Leases (b)
Total
$
337 $
176 $
334
318
300
286
1,828
3,403 $
656
2,747 $
179
176
176
177
1,800
2,684 $
609
2,075
$
$
513
513
494
476
463
3,628
6,087
(b)
Operating lease payments include $942 million related to options to extend lease terms that are reasonably
certain of being exercised and exclude $290 million of legally binding minimum lease payments for leases
signed but not yet commenced.
Finance lease payments include $126 million related to options to extend lease terms that are reasonably
certain of being exercised and exclude $840 million of legally binding minimum lease payments for leases
signed but not yet commenced.
Lease Term and Discount Rate
Weighted average remaining lease term (years)
Operating leases
Finance leases
Weighted average discount rate
Operating leases
Finance leases
Other Information
(millions)
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities
Operating cash flows from operating leases
Operating cash flows from finance leases
Financing cash flows from finance leases
January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
12.2
15.2
12.6
15.8
3.28 %
3.49 %
3.54 %
3.68 %
2021
2020
2019
$
316 $
284 $
64
91
59
70
254
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Earnings from continuing operations before income taxes were $8.9 billion, $5.5 billion, and $4.2 billion during 2021,
2020, and 2019, respectively, including $896 million, $764 million, and $653 million earned by our foreign entities
subject to tax outside of the U.S.
Tax Rate Reconciliation – Continuing Operations
Federal statutory rate
State income taxes, net of the federal tax benefit
International
Excess tax benefit related to share-based payments
Federal tax credits
Other
Effective tax rate
Provision for Income Taxes
(millions)
Current:
Federal
State
International
Total current
Deferred:
Federal
State
International
Total deferred
Total provision
2021
2020
2019
21.0 %
21.0 %
21.0 %
3.9
(1.3)
(0.8)
(0.5)
(0.3)
3.3
(1.2)
(1.0)
(0.6)
(0.3)
3.7
(1.4)
(0.4)
(0.8)
(0.1)
22.0 %
21.2 %
22.0 %
2021
2020
2019
$
1,111 $
1,013 $
325
3
281
68
1,439
1,362
423
98
1
522
(118)
(64)
(2)
(184)
$
1,961 $
1,178 $
536
169
38
743
150
29
(1)
178
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NOTES
Net Deferred Tax Asset / (Liability)
(millions)
Gross deferred tax assets:
Accrued and deferred compensation
Accruals and reserves not currently deductible
Self-insured benefits
Deferred occupancy income
Lease liabilities
Other
Total gross deferred tax assets
Gross deferred tax liabilities:
Property and equipment
Leased assets
Inventory
Other
Total gross deferred tax liabilities
Total net deferred tax liability (a)
(a)
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January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
441 $
211
141
133
1,245
18
2,189
(2,265)
(1,089)
(266)
(130)
(3,750)
(1,561) $
$
623
192
138
141
1,108
55
2,257
(2,003)
(996)
(146)
(82)
(3,227)
(970)
$6 million and $20 million of the balance as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021, respectively, is
included in Other Noncurrent Assets.
We file a U.S. federal income tax return and income tax returns in various states and foreign jurisdictions. The U.S.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has completed exams on the U.S. federal income tax returns for years 2019 and
prior. With few exceptions, we are no longer subject to state and local or non-U.S. income tax examinations by tax
authorities for years before 2015.
Reconciliation of Liability for Unrecognized Tax Benefits
(millions)
2021
2020
2019
Balance at beginning of period
$
181 $
160 $
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year
Additions for tax positions of prior years
Reductions for tax positions of prior years
Settlements
Balance at end of period
32
11
(95)
(4)
35
32
(36)
(10)
$
125 $
181 $
300
28
13
(69)
(112)
160
If we were to prevail on all unrecognized tax benefits recorded, $67 million of the $125 million reserve would benefit
the effective tax rate. In addition, the reversal of accrued interest and penalties would also benefit the effective tax
rate. Interest and penalties associated with unrecognized tax benefits are recorded within income tax expense.
During 2021, 2020, and 2019, we recorded an expense / (benefit) from accrued interest and penalties of $1 million,
$(12) million, and $(2) million, respectively. As of January 29, 2022, January 30, 2021, and February 1, 2020, total
accrued interest and penalties were $13 million, $12 million, and $27 million, respectively.
It is reasonably possible that the amount of the unrecognized tax benefits with respect to our other unrecognized tax
positions will increase or decrease during the next twelve months; however, an estimate of the amount or range of
the change cannot be made at this time.
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20. Other Noncurrent Liabilities
Other Noncurrent Liabilities
(millions)
Deferred compensation
Deferred occupancy income (a)
Workers' compensation and general liability
Income and other taxes payable
Pension benefits
Other
Other Noncurrent Liabilities
(a)
To be amortized evenly through 2038.
21. Share Repurchase
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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January 29,
2022
January 30,
2021
$
572 $
479
350
139
45
44
549
509
341
436
57
47
$
1,629 $
1,939
We periodically repurchase shares of our common stock under a board-authorized repurchase program through a
combination of open market transactions, accelerated share repurchase arrangements, and other privately
negotiated transactions with financial institutions.
Share Repurchase Activity
(millions, except per share data)
Total number of shares purchased
Average price paid per share
Total investment
22. Share-Based Compensation
2021
2020
2019
31.3
5.7
$
$
230.07 $
107.58 $
7,190 $
609 $
16.0
95.07
1,518
We maintain a long-term incentive plan (the Plan) for key team members and non-employee members of our Board
of Directors. The Plan allows us to grant equity-based compensation awards, including stock options, stock
appreciation rights, performance share units, restricted stock units, restricted stock awards, or a combination of
awards (collectively, share-based awards). The number of unissued common shares reserved for future grants
under the Plan was 34.3 million as of January 29, 2022.
Compensation expense associated with share-based awards is recognized on a straight-line basis over the required
service period and reflects estimated forfeitures. Share-based compensation expense recognized in SG&A
Expenses was $238 million, $210 million, and $152 million, and the related income tax benefit was $45 million, $39
million, and $27 million, in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
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Restricted Stock Units
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
NOTES
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We issue restricted stock units and performance-based restricted stock units generally with 3-year cliff or 4-year
graduated vesting from the grant date (collectively restricted stock units) to certain team members. The final number
of shares issued under performance-based restricted stock units is based on our total shareholder return relative to
a retail peer group over a 3-year performance period. We also regularly issue restricted stock units to our Board of
Directors, which vest quarterly over a 1-year period and are settled in shares of Target common stock upon
departure from the Board. The fair value for restricted stock units is calculated based on our stock price on the date
of grant, incorporating an analysis of the total shareholder return performance measure where applicable. The
weighted average grant date fair value for restricted stock units was $186.98, $110.80, and $80.01 in 2021, 2020,
and 2019, respectively.
Restricted Stock Unit Activity
Total Nonvested Units
Restricted
Stock (a)
Grant Date
Fair Value (b)
88.99
4,364 $
1,273
(322)
(1,716)
186.98
115.62
82.31
3,599 $
123.74
January 30, 2021
Granted
Forfeited
Vested
January 29, 2022
(a)
January 30, 2021
Granted
Forfeited
Vested
January 29, 2022
(a)
(b)
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Represents the number of shares of restricted stock units, in thousands. For performance-based restricted
stock units, assumes attainment of maximum payout rates as set forth in the performance criteria. Applying
actual or expected payout rates, the number of outstanding restricted stock units and performance-based
restricted stock units as of January 29, 2022 was 3.58 million.
(b)
Weighted average per unit.
The expense recognized each period is partially dependent upon our estimate of the number of shares that will
ultimately be issued. As of January 29, 2022, there was $208 million of total unrecognized compensation expense
related to restricted stock units, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 2.5 years.
The fair value of restricted stock units vested and converted to shares of Target common stock was $323 million,
$151 million, and $89 million in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
Performance Share Units
We issue performance share units to certain team members that represent shares potentially issuable in the future.
Issuance is based upon our performance, generally relative to a retail peer group, over a 3-year or 4-year
performance period on certain measures primarily including sales growth, after-tax return on invested capital, and
earnings per share growth. The fair value of performance share units is calculated based on our stock price on the
date of grant. The weighted average grant date fair value for performance share units was $179.58, $106.00, and
$86.81 in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
Performance Share Unit Activity
Total Nonvested Units
Performance
Share Units (a)
Grant Date
Fair Value (b)
87.93
2,788 $
384
(296)
(619)
2,257 $
179.58
107.99
72.05
111.82
Represents the number of performance share units, in thousands. Assumes attainment of maximum payout
rates as set forth in the performance criteria. Applying actual or expected payout rates, the number of
outstanding performance share units as of January 29, 2022 was 2.05 million.
Weighted average per unit.
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NOTES
The expense recognized each period is partially dependent upon our estimate of the number of shares that will
ultimately be issued. Future compensation expense for unvested awards could reach a maximum of $67 million
assuming payout of all unvested awards. The unrecognized expense is expected to be recognized over a weighted
average period of 1.2 years. The fair value of performance share units vested and converted to shares of Target
common stock was $127 million, $82 million, and $50 million in 2021, 2020, and 2019, respectively.
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Stock Options
In the past, we granted stock options to certain team members. All outstanding stock options are vested and
currently exercisable.
Stock Option Activity
Stock Options
Total Outstanding & Exercisable
Exercise
Price (b)
Intrinsic
Value (c)
Number of
Options (a)
January 30, 2021
Granted
Expired/forfeited
Exercised/issued
January 29, 2022
(a)
467 $
—
—
(257)
210 $
55.81 $
—
—
53.88
58.17 $
59
33
73
59
15
(b)
(c)
In thousands.
Weighted average per share.
Represents stock price appreciation subsequent to the grant date, in millions.
Stock Option Exercises
(millions)
Cash received for exercise price
Intrinsic value
Income tax benefit
2021
2020
2019
$
8 $
45
11
23 $
161
41
As of January 29, 2022, there was no unrecognized compensation expense related to stock options. The weighted
average remaining life of exercisable and outstanding options is 1.7 years.
23. Defined Contribution Plans
Team members who meet eligibility requirements can participate in a defined contribution 401(k) plan by investing
up to 80 percent of their eligible earnings, as limited by statute or regulation. We match 100 percent of each team
member's contribution up to 5 percent of eligible earnings. Company match contributions are made to funds
designated by the participant, none of which are based on Target common stock.
In addition, we maintain an unfunded, nonqualified deferred compensation plan for a broad management group
whose participation in our 401(k) plan is limited by statute or regulation. These team members choose from a menu
of crediting rate alternatives that are generally the same as the investment choices in our 401(k) plan, but also
includes a fund based on Target common stock. We credit an additional 2 percent per year to the accounts of all
active participants, excluding executive officers, in part to recognize the risks inherent to their participation in this
plan. We also maintain a frozen, unfunded, nonqualified deferred compensation plan covering less than 50
participants. Our total liability under these plans was $632 million and $602 million as of January 29, 2022, and
January 30, 2021, respectively.
We mitigate our risk of offering the nonqualified plans through investing in company-owned life insurance and
prepaid forward contracts that substantially offset our economic exposure to the returns of these plans. These
investments are general corporate assets and are marked to market with the related gains and losses recognized in
the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the period they occur.
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Plan Expenses
(millions)
401(k) plan matching contributions expense
Nonqualified deferred compensation plans
Benefits expense
Related investment (income) / expense
Nonqualified plans net expense
24. Pension Plans
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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2021
2020
2019
307 $
281 $
237
59 $
(27)
32 $
86 $
(58)
28 $
80
(53)
27
$
$
$
We have a U.S. qualified defined benefit pension plan covering team members who meet eligibility requirements.
This plan is closed to new participants. Active participants accrue benefits under a final average pay feature or a
cash balance feature. We also have unfunded, nonqualified pension plans for team members with qualified plan
compensation restrictions, as well as international plans. Eligibility and the level of benefits under all plans vary
depending on each team member's full-time or part-time status, date of hire, age, length of service, and/or
compensation.
Funded Status
(millions)
Projected benefit obligations
Fair value of plan assets
Funded / (underfunded) status
Qualified Plan
Nonqualified and
International Plans
2021
2020
2021
2020
$
$
4,305 $
4,594 $
4,433
4,588
128 $
(6) $
72 $
16
(56) $
74
11
(63)
Contributions and Estimated Future Benefit Payments
Our obligations to plan participants can be met over time through a combination of company contributions to these
plans and earnings on plan assets. We are not required to make any contributions to our qualified defined benefit
pension plan in 2022. However, depending on investment performance and plan funded status, we may elect to
make a contribution.
Estimated Future Benefit Payments
(millions)
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027 - 2031
Pension
Benefits
$
305
229
237
246
250
1,322
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Cost of Plans
Net Pension Benefits Expense
(millions)
Service cost benefits earned
Classification
SG&A Expenses
2021
2020
2019
$
100 $
103 $
93
149
Interest cost on projected benefit obligation
Net Other (Income) / Expense
96
118
Expected return on assets
Amortization of losses
Amortization of prior service cost
Settlement charges
Total
Assumptions
Net Other (Income) / Expense
(238)
(242)
(248)
Net Other (Income) / Expense
Net Other (Income) / Expense
Net Other (Income) / Expense
113
—
—
127
(11)
1
$
71 $
96 $
62
(11)
1
46
Benefit Obligation Weighted Average Assumptions
Discount rate
Average assumed rate of compensation increase
Cash balance plan interest crediting rate
2020
2021
3.30 % 2.84 %
3.00
4.64
3.00
4.64
Net Periodic Benefit Expense Weighted Average Assumptions
Discount rate
Expected long-term rate of return on plan assets
Average assumed rate of compensation increase
Cash balance plan interest crediting rate
2021
2020
2019
2.84 % 3.13 % 4.28 %
5.80
3.00
4.64
6.10
3.00
4.64
6.30
3.00
4.64
The weighted average assumptions used to measure net periodic benefit expense each year are the rates as of the
beginning of the year (i.e., the prior measurement date). Our most recent compound annual rate of return on
qualified plan assets was 9.3 percent, 8.2 percent, 6.8 percent, and 7.5 percent for the 5-year, 10-year, 15-year, and
20-year time periods, respectively.
The market-related value of plan assets is used in calculating the expected return on assets. Historical differences
between expected and actual returns are deferred and recognized in the market-related value over a 5-year period
from the year in which they occur.
We review the expected long-term rate of return annually and revise it as appropriate. Additionally, we monitor the
mix of investments in our portfolio to ensure alignment with our long-term strategy to manage pension cost and
reduce volatility in our assets. Our 2021 expected annualized long-term rate of return assumptions were 6.5 percent
for domestic equity securities, 7.5 percent for international equity securities, 2.5 percent for long-duration debt
securities, 7.0 percent for diversified funds, and 7.5 percent for other investments. These estimates are a
judgmental matter in which we consider the composition of our asset portfolio, our historical long-term investment
performance, and current market conditions.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Change in Projected Benefit Obligation
(millions)
Qualified Plan
Nonqualified and
International Plans
2021
2020
2021
2020
Benefit obligation at beginning of period
$
4,594 $
4,492 $
74 $
66
Service cost
Interest cost
Actuarial (gain) / loss (a)
Participant contributions
Benefits paid
Benefit obligation at end of period (b)
(a)
94
95
(247)
5
97
117
144
7
(236)
(263)
6
1
(4)
—
(5)
$
4,305 $
4,594 $
72 $
6
1
7
—
(6)
74
(b)
The actuarial (gain) / loss was primarily driven by changes in the weighted average discount rate.
Accumulated benefit obligation—the present value of benefits earned to date assuming no future salary
growth—is materially consistent with the projected benefit obligation in each period presented.
Plan Assets
Change in Plan Assets
(millions)
Qualified Plan
Nonqualified and
International Plans
2021
2020
2021
2020
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of period
$
4,588 $
4,430 $
11 $
Actual return on plan assets
Employer contributions
Participant contributions
Benefits paid
76
—
5
414
—
7
(236)
(263)
—
10
—
(5)
Fair value of plan assets at end of period
$
4,433 $
4,588 $
16 $
11
2
4
—
(6)
11
Our asset allocation policy is designed to reduce the long-term cost of funding our pension obligations. The plan
invests with both passive and active investment managers depending on the investment. The plan also seeks to
reduce the risk associated with adverse movements in interest rates by employing an interest rate hedging program,
which includes the use of derivative instruments.
Asset Category
Domestic equity securities (a)
International equity securities
Debt securities
Diversified funds
Other (b)
Total
(a)
Current Targeted
Allocation
Actual Allocation
2021
2020
12 %
12 %
16 %
8
50
25
5
8
50
25
5
10
44
25
5
100 %
100 %
100 %
(b)
Equity securities include our common stock in amounts substantially less than 1 percent of total plan assets
in both periods presented.
Other assets include private equity, mezzanine and high-yield debt, natural resources and timberland funds,
derivative instruments, and real estate.
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Fair Value Measurements
(millions)
Cash and cash equivalents
Derivatives
Government securities (a)
Fixed income (b)
Investments valued using NAV per share (c)
Fixed income
Private equity funds
Cash and cash equivalents
Common collective trusts
Diversified funds
Other
Total plan assets
(a)
(b)
(c)
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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Fair Value at
Measurement
Level
January 31,
2022
January 31,
2021
Level 1 $
Level 2
Level 2
Level 2
8 $
(9)
19
(5)
740
1,447
2,186
10
68
100
860
1,105
120
516
1,424
1,954
68
73
115
1,122
1,165
102
$
4,449 $
4,599
Investments in government securities and long-term government bonds.
Investments in corporate and municipal bonds.
Certain investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share (or its equivalent)
practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy. The fair value amounts presented in
this table are intended to permit reconciliation of the fair value hierarchy to the amounts presented in the
statement of financial position.
Position
Cash and cash equivalents
Derivatives
Government securities
and fixed income
Carrying value approximates fair value.
Valuation Technique
Swap derivatives - Valuations are based on observable inputs to the valuation
model (e.g., interest rates and credit spreads). Model inputs are changed only
when corroborated by market data. A credit risk adjustment is made on each
swap using observable market credit spreads.
Option derivatives - Initially valued at transaction price. Subsequent valuations
are based on observable inputs to the valuation model (e.g., underlying
investments).
Valued using matrix pricing models and quoted prices of securities with similar
characteristics.
Amounts Included in Shareholders' Investment
Amounts in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
(millions)
Net actuarial loss
Prior service credits
Amounts in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (a)
(a)
$583 million and $735 million, net of tax, at the end of 2021 and 2020, respectively.
2021
2020
$
$
783 $
—
783 $
987
(2)
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25. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
Change in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
(millions)
January 30, 2021
Other comprehensive income / (loss) before
reclassifications, net of tax
Amounts reclassified from AOCI, net of tax
January 29, 2022
Cash Flow
Hedges
Currency
Translation
Adjustment
Pension
Total
$
(3)
$
(18)
$
(735)
$
(756)
52
— (a)
49
$
(1)
—
69
83 (b)
120
83
$
(19)
$
(583)
$
(553)
(a)
(b)
Represents amortization of gains and losses on cash flow hedges, net of taxes, which is recorded in Net
Interest Expense.
Represents amortization of pension gains and losses, net of $29 million of taxes, which is recorded in Net
Other (Income) / Expense. See Note 24 for additional information.
Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
Not applicable.
Item 9A. Controls and Procedures
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
During the most recently completed fiscal quarter, the following changes materially affected, or are reasonably likely
to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting:
• We continue to execute a multi-year technology strategy, including modernization of systems and processes
supporting sales and inventory-related transactions.
During the most recently completed fiscal quarter, no other change in our internal control over financial reporting
materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
As of the end of the period covered by this Annual Report, we conducted an evaluation, under supervision and with
the participation of management, including the chief executive officer and chief financial officer, of the effectiveness
of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures pursuant to Rules 13a-15 and 15d-15 of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (Exchange Act). Based upon that evaluation, our chief executive
officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures are effective at a reasonable
assurance level. Disclosure controls and procedures are defined by Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) of the Exchange
Act as controls and other procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in
reports filed with the SEC under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time
periods specified in the SEC's rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures include, without limitation,
controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by us in reports filed under the
Exchange Act is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive and
principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions
regarding required disclosure.
For the Report of Management on Internal Control and the Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting
Firm on Internal Control over Financial Reporting, see Part II, Item 8, Financial Statements and Supplementary
Data.
Item 9B. Other Information
Not applicable.
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PART III
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Certain information required by Part III is incorporated by reference from Target's definitive Proxy Statement for the
Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on June 8, 2022 (our Proxy Statement). Except for those portions
specifically incorporated in this Form 10-K by reference to the Proxy Statement, no other portions of the Proxy
Statement are deemed to be filed as part of this Form 10-K.
Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
The following sections of the Proxy Statement are incorporated herein by reference:
Item one--Election of directors
•
• General information about corporate governance and the Board--
◦
◦
Business ethics and conduct
Committees
• Questions and answers about the 2022 Annual Meeting—Access to information—Question 15
See also Part I, Item 4A, Executive Officers of this Form 10-K.
Item 11. Executive Compensation
The following sections of the Proxy Statement are incorporated herein by reference:
•
•
•
Compensation Discussion and Analysis
Compensation tables
Compensation & Human Capital Management Committee Report
Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder
Matters
The following sections of the Proxy Statement are incorporated herein by reference:
•
•
Stock ownership information--
◦
◦
Beneficial ownership of directors and officers
Beneficial ownership of Target’s largest shareholders
Compensation tables--Equity compensation plan information
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
The following sections of the Proxy Statement are incorporated herein by reference:
• General information about corporate governance and the Board--
Policy on transactions with related persons
Director independence
Committees
◦
◦
◦
Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services
The following section of the Proxy Statement is incorporated herein by reference:
•
Item two-- Ratification of appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting
firm--audit and non-audit fees
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Item 15. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules
The following information required under this item is filed as part of this report:
a)
Financial Statements
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Years Ended January 29, 2022, January 30, 2021, and
February 1, 2020
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the Years Ended January 29, 2022, January 30,
2021, and February 1, 2020
Consolidated Statements of Financial Position as of January 29, 2022, and January 30, 2021
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Years Ended January 29, 2022, January 30, 2021, and
February 1, 2020
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Investment for the Years Ended January 29, 2022, January 30,
2021, and February 1, 2020
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on Consolidated Financial Statements (PCAOB
ID: 42)
Financial Statement Schedules
None.
Other schedules have not been included either because they are not applicable or because the information is
included elsewhere in this Report.
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b)
Exhibits
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(3)A
B
(4)A
B
C
D
(10)A *
B *
C *
D *
E *
F *
G *
H *
I *
J *
K *
L *
M *
N *
O *
P *
Q *
R *
S *
T *
U *
V *
W *
X *
Y *
Z *
AA *
Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation (as amended through June 9, 2010) (1)
Bylaws (as amended through March 27, 2020) (2)
Indenture, dated as of August 4, 2000 between Target Corporation and Bank One Trust Company,
N.A. (3)
First Supplemental Indenture dated as of May 1, 2007 to Indenture dated as of August 4, 2000
between Target Corporation and The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. (as successor in
interest to Bank One Trust Company N.A.) (4)
Target agrees to furnish to the Commission on request copies of other instruments with respect to
long-term debt.
Description of Securities (5)
Target Corporation Executive Officer Cash Incentive Plan (6)
Target Corporation Long-Term Incentive Plan (as amended and restated effective June 8, 2011) (7)
Amended and Restated Target Corporation 2011 Long-Term Incentive Plan (as amended and
restated effective September 1, 2017) (8)
Target Corporation 2020 Long-Term Incentive Plan (9)
Target Corporation SPP I (2016 Plan Statement) (as amended and restated effective April 3, 2016)
(10)
Target Corporation SPP II (2016 Plan Statement) (as amended and restated effective April 3, 2016)
(11)
Target Corporation SPP III (2014 Plan Statement) (as amended and restated effective January 1,
2014) (12)
Amendment to Target Corporation SPP III (2014 Plan Statement) (effective April 3, 2016) (13)
Target Corporation Officer Deferred Compensation Plan (as amended and restated effective
June 8, 2011) (14)
Target Corporation Officer EDCP (2021 Plan Statement) (as amended and restated effective
January 1, 2021) (15)
Target Corporation Deferred Compensation Plan Directors (16)
Target Corporation DDCP (2022 Plan Statement) (as amended and restated effective January 1,
2022) (17)
Target Corporation Officer Income Continuation Plan (as amended and restated effective
September 1, 2017) (18)
Target Corporation Executive Excess Long Term Disability Plan (as restated effective January 1,
2010) (19)
Director Retirement Program (20)
Target Corporation Deferred Compensation Trust Agreement (as amended and restated effective
January 1, 2009) (21)
Amendment dated June 8, 2011 to Target Corporation Deferred Compensation Trust Agreement
(as amended and restated effective January 1, 2009) (22)
Amendment dated October 25, 2017 to Target Corporation Deferred Compensation Trust
Agreement (as amended and restated effective January 1, 2009) (23)
Amendment dated December 18, 2020 to Target Corporation Deferred Compensation Trust
Agreement (as amended and restated effective January 1, 2009) (24)
Form of Amended and Restated Executive Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement (25)
Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement
Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement (26)
Form of Performance Share Unit Agreement (27)
Form of Price-Vested Stock Option Agreement (28)
Form of Non-Employee Director Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement (29)
Form of Non-Employee Director Restricted Stock Unit Agreement (30)
Form of Cash Retention Award (31)
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BB *
CC *
DD
EE ‡
FF ‡
GG †
HH ‡
II ‡
JJ
(21)
(23)
(24)
(31)A
(31)B
(32)A
(32)B
Aircraft Time Sharing Agreement as of March 13, 2015 among Target Corporation and Brian C.
Cornell (32)
Transition Agreement dated January 7, 2019 (33)
Five-Year Credit Agreement dated as of October 18, 2021 among Target Corporation, Bank of
America, N.A. as Administrative Agent and the Banks listed therein (34)
Credit Card Program Agreement dated October 22, 2012 among Target Corporation, Target
Enterprise, Inc. and TD Bank USA, N.A. (35)
First Amendment dated February 24, 2015 to Credit Card Program Agreement among Target
Corporation, Target Enterprise, Inc. and TD Bank USA, N.A. (36)
Second Amendment dated November 19, 2019 to Credit Card Program Agreement among Target
Corporation, Target Enterprise, Inc. and TD Bank USA, N.A. (37)
Pharmacy Operating Agreement dated December 16, 2015 between Target Corporation and CVS
Pharmacy, Inc. (38)
First Amendment dated November 30, 2016 to Pharmacy Operating Agreement between Target
Corporation and CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (39)
Second Amendment dated January 9, 2018 to Pharmacy Operating Agreement between Target
Corporation and CVS Pharmacy, Inc. (40)
List of Subsidiaries
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Powers of Attorney
Certification of the Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of
2002
Certification of the Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of
2002
Certification of the Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 Pursuant to
Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Certification of the Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 Pursuant to
Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101.INS
XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema
101.CAL
101.DEF
101.LAB
101.PRE
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase
XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase
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Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)
Copies of exhibits will be furnished upon written request and payment of Registrant's reasonable expenses in
furnishing the exhibits.
_____________________________________________________________________
‡
†
*
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Certain portions of this exhibit have been omitted pursuant to a request for confidential treatment and have been filed separately with
the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Certain portions of this exhibit are confidential and have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(10) of Regulation S-K. Target agrees to
supplementally furnish to the Securities and Exchange Commission a copy of such omissions upon request.
Management contract or compensation plan or arrangement required to be filed as an exhibit to this Form 10-K.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (3)A to Target's Form 8-K Report filed June 10, 2010.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (3)B to Target's Form 8-K Report filed April 2, 2020.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Target's Form 8-K Report filed August 10, 2000.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registrant's Form 8-K Report filed May 1, 2007.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (4)D to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)A to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)B to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended July 30, 2011
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)C to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended July 29, 2017.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)D to Target's Form 8-K Report filed June 11, 2020.
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(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
(22)
(23)
(24)
(25)
(26)
(27)
(28)
(29)
(30)
(31)
(32)
(33)
(34)
(35)
(36)
(37)
(38)
(39)
(40)
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)C to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended April 30, 2016.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)D to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended April 30, 2016.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)E to Form 10-K Report for the year ended February 1, 2014.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)NN to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended April 30, 2016.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)F to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended July 30, 2011.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)J toTarget's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)I to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended February 3, 2007.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)L to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended October 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)L to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended July 29, 2017.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)A to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended October 30, 2010.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)O to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 29, 2005.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)O to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 31, 2009.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)AA to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended July 30, 2011.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)MM to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended October 28, 2017.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)S to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)V to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 31, 2015.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)V to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)W to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)JJ to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended April 29, 2017.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)EE to Target's Form 8-K Report filed January 11, 2012.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)Y to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended August 1, 2020.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)W to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended February 2, 2013.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)HH to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 31, 2015.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)A to Target's Form 8-K Report filed January 10, 2019.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)DD to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended October 30, 2021.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)X to Target's Form 10-Q/A Report for the quarter ended May 4, 2013.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)II to Target's Form 10-Q Report for the quarter ended May 2, 2015.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)HH to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended February 1, 2020.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)KK to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 30, 2016.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)CC to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended January 28, 2017.
Incorporated by reference to Exhibit (10)HH to Target's Form 10-K Report for the year ended February 3, 2018.
Item 16. Form 10-K Summary
Not applicable.
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SIGNATURES
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Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Target has duly caused
this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
TARGET CORPORATION
By:
Date: March 9, 2022
Michael J. Fiddelke
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the report has been signed below by the
following persons on behalf of Target and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
Date: March 9, 2022
Date: March 9, 2022
Date: March 9, 2022
DAVID P. ABNEY
DOUGLAS M. BAKER, JR.
GEORGE S. BARRETT
GAIL K. BOUDREAUX
ROBERT L. EDWARDS
MELANIE L. HEALEY
DONALD R. KNAUSS
CHRISTINE A. LEAHY
MONICA C. LOZANO
MARY E. MINNICK
DERICA W. RICE
DMITRI L. STOCKTON
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
Michael J. Fiddelke
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Robert M. Harrison
Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer
and Controller
Constituting a majority of the Board of Directors
Michael J. Fiddelke, by signing his name hereto, does hereby sign this document pursuant to powers of attorney
duly executed by the Directors named, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on behalf of such
Directors, all in the capacities and on the date stated.
Date: March 9, 2022
Michael J. Fiddelke
Attorney-in-fact
By:
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Shareholder Information
Annual Meeting
The 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders is scheduled for June 8, 2022 at 12:00 p.m.
(Central Daylight Time) online at virtualshareholdermeeting.com/TGT2022. We are holding
the 2022 Annual Meeting in a virtual-only meeting format. You will not be able to attend the
2022 Annual Meeting at a physical location.
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Directors and Management
Directors
David P. Abney
Former Chairman & Chief Executive
Officer, United Parcel Service (1) (4)
Douglas M. Baker, Jr.
Executive Chairman, Ecolab Inc.
(2) (3)
George S. Barrett
Former Chairman & Chief Executive
Officer, Cardinal Health, Inc. (2) (3)
Gail K. Boudreaux
President & Chief Executive Officer,
Anthem, Inc. (1) (4)
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman of the Board & Chief
Executive Officer, Target Corporation
Robert L. Edwards
Former President & Chief Executive
Officer, Safeway Inc. (1) (4)
Melanie L. Healey
Former Group President, North
America, The Procter & Gamble
Company (2) (3)
Donald R. Knauss
Former Chairman & Chief Executive
Officer, The Clorox Company (2) (4)
Christine A. Leahy
President & Chief Executive Officer,
CDW Corporation (2) (3)
Monica C. Lozano
President & Chief Executive Officer,
The College Futures Foundation (2) (3)
Mary E. Minnick*
Chairman, Digital Media Solutions,
Inc. (4)
Derica W. Rice
Former Executive Vice President,
CVS Health Corporation and Former
President, CVS Caremark (1) (4)
Dmitri L. Stockton
Former Senior Vice President &
Special Advisor to the Chairman,
General Electric Company (1) (3)
Leadership Team
Katie M. Boylan
Executive Vice President &
Chief Communications Officer
Brian C. Cornell
Chairman of the Board &
Chief Executive Officer
Michael J. Fiddelke
Executive Vice President
& Chief Financial Officer
Richard H. Gomez
Executive Vice President & Chief
Food & Beverage Officer
A. Christina Hennington
Executive Vice President
& Chief Growth Officer
Melissa K. Kremer
Executive Vice President &
Chief Human Resources Officer
Don H. Liu
Executive Vice President, Chief Legal
& Risk Officer & Corporate Secretary
Michael E. McNamara**
Executive Vice President
& Chief Information Officer
John J. Mulligan
Executive Vice President
& Chief Operating Officer
Jill K. Sando
Executive Vice President &
Chief Merchandising Officer
Mark J. Schindele
Executive Vice President
& Chief Stores Officer
Cara A. Sylvester
Executive Vice President &
Chief Marketing & Digital Officer
Laysha L. Ward
Executive Vice President &
Chief External Engagement Officer
(1) Audit & Risk Committee
(2) Compensation & Human Capital Management Committee
(3) Governance & Sustainability Committee
(4) Infrastructure & Finance Committee
* Ms. Minnick will not seek re-election and will leave the Board when her current term ends at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
** As previously disclosed, Mr. McNamara intends to retire as Target’s Chief Information Officer in 2022 and intends to remain in his current role until a successor is appointed, and for a transition
period following such appointment.
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