Target Corporation is a leading American retail company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 1902 as the Dayton Dry Goods Company, it introduced the Target discount store format in 1962 and adopted its current name in 2000. As of 2025, Target operates nearly 2,000 stores across the United States and employs approximately 440,000 team members. Known for its iconic red bullseye logo and motto “Expect More. Pay Less,” Target offers a wide range of merchandise—from apparel and household goods to groceries—through both physical stores and digital channels. Target also owns the delivery service Shipt and engages in philanthropic efforts, donating 5 percent of its profits to communities through the Target Foundation.
