Target’s Q3 2026 comparable sales growth expectations center on sustained momentum from the prior quarter’s 3.8% comps and 5.3% net sales rise, supported by traffic gains, beauty and hardlines strength, and non-merchandise revenue expansion. Analysts project revenue near $27.3 billion, consistent with full-year guidance lifted to around 5% net sales growth. However, apparel and home remain drags, with ongoing assortment resets and competitive pressures creating uncertainty around whether broad-based gains can push results above 5% or settle in the 3-5% band. The closely matched market-implied odds underscore sensitivity to October trends, back-to-school carryover, and early holiday signals ahead of the November 18 earnings release.