KOHLS Corp: directors' dealings · United States · SEC (Form 4)

About KOHLS Corp

Kohl’s Corporation (NYSE: KSS) is a major U.S. specialty retailer operating an omnichannel model aimed at value-oriented mass-market consumers. Founded in 1962 in Brookfield, Wisconsin, the company went public on the NYSE in 1992 and has since grown into a national chain. Its operational headquarters are in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. Today, Kohl’s operates more than 1,100 stores across 49 states, supported by Kohls.com, the Kohl’s App, nine distribution centers and four e-commerce fulfillment centers. ([corporate.kohls.com](https://corporate.kohls.com/about-kohls)) Kohl’s business model is built around three core pillars: recognizable brands, compelling value, and convenience. The retailer serves millions of U.S. households and positions itself as a family-focused destination for apparel, footwear, accessories, home goods and selected beauty offerings. A key differentiator is Sephora at Kohl’s, the shop-in-shop beauty partnership that expands access to prestige beauty brands and helps drive customer traffic, basket size and cross-category engagement. ([corporate.kohls.com](https://corporate.kohls.com/about-kohls)) From a competitive standpoint, Kohl’s operates in one of the most crowded retail segments, competing with big-box chains, department stores, off-price retailers and e-commerce players. Its strategic response centers on a dense store footprint, an established loyalty base, and an integrated omnichannel platform that links stores, digital commerce and mobile shopping. Management has highlighted a customer base of over 60 million, underscoring the scale of the brand’s reach even as comparable sales remain under pressure. ([corporate.kohls.com](https://corporate.kohls.com/about-kohls)) Recent corporate developments point to a company in turnaround mode. In March 2026, Kohl’s reported fiscal 2025 results showing lower net sales but improved profitability, stronger operating cash flow and a zero balance on borrowings under its revolving credit facility at year-end. In November 2025, the board appointed Michael J. Bender as Chief Executive Officer after he had served as interim CEO, reinforcing the company’s focus on execution and operational reset. Management has emphasized stabilizing the business, modernizing processes and strengthening the foundation for longer-term growth. ([investors.kohls.com](https://investors.kohls.com/news/news-details/2026/Kohls-Reports-Fourth-Quarter-and-Full-Year-Fiscal-2025-Financial-Results/default.aspx?utm_source=openai)) For investors, Kohl’s remains a classic U.S. discretionary retail name, highly exposed to consumer spending trends, store traffic, merchandise execution and margin discipline. The investment case depends on whether the company can sustainably defend its value proposition, improve traffic conversion and leverage its omnichannel assets in a highly competitive United States retail market. ([investors.kohls.com](https://investors.kohls.com/news/news-details/2026/Kohls-Reports-Fourth-Quarter-and-Full-Year-Fiscal-2025-Financial-Results/default.aspx?utm_source=openai))