TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) delivered better-than-expected third-quarter results, but the fourth-quarter guidance came in below analyst expectations.
The off-price retailer reported earnings per share of $1.14 for Q3, exceeding the Street consensus estimate of $1.09. Revenue grew 6% year-over-year to $14.1 billion, surpassing the forecast of $13.95 billion. Comparable store sales increased by 3%, driven entirely by higher customer transactions, reflecting strong consumer demand.
Despite the positive quarterly performance, TJX’s fourth-quarter earnings guidance disappointed investors. The company projected EPS of $1.12 to $1.14, falling short of analysts’ expectation of $1.18. TJX attributed the softer guidance to an anticipated reversal of timing-related expense benefits from the third quarter.
For the full year 2025, TJX raised its profit margin outlook to 11.3% and now expects EPS to range between $4.15 and $4.17. It maintained its forecast for 3% comparable sales growth, signaling steady performance for the year despite near-term headwinds.