Kohl's Q2 Earnings Beat Shifts Focus to Holiday Execution and Margins

Kohl's reported adjusted Q2 EPS of $1.28, up 128.6% year-over-year, beating expectations despite a 0.9% revenue decline. The company raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $1.80-$2.40 and improved its sales outlook. However, margin expansion was significantly aided by $100M in tariff refunds, and the company faces execution challenges in the critical holiday season ahead.