Jonathan Roeder
(Bloomberg) — Target Corp. shares rose on Friday after the Financial Times reported that an activist investor built up a stake in the big-box retailer, citing people it didn’t identify.
Toms Capital Investment Management has made a significant investment in Target, the FT said, without disclosing further details.
Target shares jumped as much as 6.7% on Friday. The stock is headed for an annual decline of about 25% following a difficult year in which the company lost market share and sales slumped.
In response to a request for comment, Target said it maintains “regular dialogue with the investment community” and its top priority is “getting back to growth.” The company said its plan to improve its merchandise, shopping experience and technology “will drive the business forward and deliver sustained, long-term value for shareholders.”
A representative for Toms Capital couldn’t immediately be reached for comment.
–With assistance from Redd Brown and Crystal Tse.
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