Target Corporation is the 8th-largest retailer in the United States, and is a component of the S&P 500 Index. As of February 2nd, 2019, Target operates 1,844 stores throughout the United States.Target Corporation is a retailer and provider of services to consumers through its discount stores, moderately-priced stores and high-fashion/full service department stores. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support.