Target (TGT) has some major challenges on its hands. The retailer has recently suffered from boycott threats and declining foot traffic in its stores as it faces sharp criticism for following a controversial trend in corporate America.

As Target deals with an ongoing boycott, CEO Brian Cornell's meeting with Al Sharpton in a move that could put further pressure on the brand.

Target’s challenges run deeper than DEI backlash, and resistance to its policy change only added to its issues.