Target Security Rating

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Industry Retail
Footprint 72.4K IPs
Followers Monitored by 623 companies
Headquarters Minneapolis, US
Year founded 1902
Employees 415K

Target is a general merchandise retailer selling products through stores and digital channels. It offers grocery items, including produce, bread, frozen foods, meat, beverages, candy, dairy, etc. The company also provides beauty and household products, such as personal and baby care, cleaning, paper, and pet supplies. In addition, Target distributes apparel for women, men, and children, jewelry, accessories, and shoes, as well as electronics, books, toys, appliances, home furnishings, and decor comprising furniture.

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