Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Target Corporation (formerly Dayton Hudson Corporation) on January 30, 2000. The report documents a corporate name change effective as of January 30, 2000. The company remains incorporated in Minnesota and continues to operate with the same rights and obligations as the former Dayton Hudson Corporation. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol TGT.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is strictly administrative regarding a name change and does not contain financial statements or performance data.
Material Changes
- Corporate Name: Changed from Dayton Hudson Corporation to Target Corporation.
- Structure: No changes were made to the Corporation's structure.
- Legal Status: The entity continues with the same rights and obligations as the former Dayton Hudson Corporation.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The report focuses solely on the execution of the name change via Articles of Merger dated January 12, 2000.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the effective date of the name change (January 30, 2000).
- Confirm the new ticker symbol (TGT) on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Review the attached Articles of Merger (Exhibit 3A) for legal details of the transition.
- Ensure continuity of existing contracts and obligations under the new corporate name.