Why is KSS Up Today?

KSS
$17.31
▲ +3.07% (+$0.53)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:34 PM ET (673 min ago)

About Kohls Corporation

Kohl's operates about 1,150 department stores in 49 states that sell moderately priced private-label and national brand clothing, shoes, accessories, cosmetics, and home furnishings. Most of these stores are in strip centers. Kohl's also has a large digital sales operation. Women's apparel is Kohl's...

Sector: RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES
Market Cap: $1.77B
Forward P/E: 12.4
52-Week Range: $11.38 - $25.22
Employees: 87,000

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES sector is up 2.3% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.4x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES sector: +2.3%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

KSS is significantly outperforming the market (+2.2% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.85%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.87%
KSS
This Stock
+3.07%
vs S&P 500: +2.22%
vs Nasdaq: +2.2%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, KSS is expected to trade between:
$16.96 - $17.82

Key Level to Watch

$18.17 resistance
Watch for continuation above $17.30

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 8:34 PM (673 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.65
Put/Call Ratio
107.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 17,666
Put Volume: 11,413
Total: 29,079
Unusual Activity: $10 PUT (3,500 vol) $18 CALL (2,387 vol) $18 CALL (2,352 vol)

Historical Context

KSS has moved more than 3.0% up on 52 occasions in the past year.

50.0%
Continuation Rate
26/52 times continued up
-0.39%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Sep 02, 2026 (7.8%) → Next day: +0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is KSS stock up today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The RETAIL-DEPARTMENT STORES sector is up 2.3% on average.

Is KSS stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, KSS shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the KSS stock price target?

KSS is currently trading at $17.31. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $16.96 - $17.82. See long-term price prediction →

Will KSS stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that KSS's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $18.17 (resistance).

Is KSS stock oversold or overbought?

KSS's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 43.1. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for KSS stock?

KSS's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.92. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is KSS outperforming or underperforming the market?

KSS (+3.07%) is currently significantly outperforming the market (+2.2% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.85%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.87%.

What does MACD indicate for KSS?

KSS's MACD (-0.2) is currently below the signal line (-0.06), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 21.8) is moderate.

Is KSS in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, KSS is in a mixed/transitional trend. The price and moving averages are not clearly aligned, suggesting a potential trend change or consolidation phase. 20-day SMA: $18.22, 50-day SMA: $18.2.

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