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History of Target: Company timeline and facts

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History of Target: Company timeline and facts Target is a household name in the U.S. For decades, it’s been among the top retailers in the nation, and millions of Americans recognize the company’s iconic logo—a red bullseye target…
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  • Target was among the earliest companies to promote women to executive roles in the 1970s

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  • Target is ranked 8th in terms of sales by the National Retail Federation

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  • Minimum wage of $15 per hour is more than 20% higher than the U.S. industry average

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  • Target's sales exceed $100 billion in revenue annually

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  • Target operates almost 2,000 stores across the U.S.

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  • Since first dividend in December 1967, the retailer has never missed paying a quarterly dividend

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  • As a marksman's goal is to hit the center bulls-eye, the new store would do much the same in terms of retail goods, services, commitment to the community, price, value and overall experience

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