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Target goes hunting in Silicon Valley, following Wal-Mart

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Target Corp <TGT.N> said on Friday it opened a new San Francisco office to track down technology companies that can help the second-largest U.S. retailer grow its online commerce business.Full story

Target tests if Facebook-driven deals bring shoppers into stores

(Reuters) - Target Corp is rolling out Cartwheel, a service that combines social networking and discounts, the latest attempt by a U.S. retailer to lure shoppers into its physical stores rather that seeing them buy from online rivals. Full story

Top 3 Trades

  Shares of Target are lower after the retailer warned its Q1 earnings would miss expectations, and Johnson & Johnson is up after reporting strong earnings, with the FMHR traders.

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  Pulling Apart Target's Results

CNBC's Courtney Reagan takes a closer look at Target's Q4 numbers, and checks out TJX Companies' earnings.

  Reagan Highlights Retail Earnings

CNBC's Courtney Reagan reports a slew of retails earnings will be released on Wednesday; including Target, Dollar Tree, TJX, and JC Penney.

  Bobbie’s Buzz: Bold prints for less, mini rings

TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas talks about the latest trends including bold new prints at Target, mini knuckle rings, and ‘Tech Tips’ that attach to your fingers to help you type more precisely on your devices.  

  Fashion finds under $50: Faux fur, jewelry, more

You don’t have to spend a lot to look like a million bucks. Blogger Patrice Williams, who runs the site “Looking Fly on a Dime,” shares her favorite finds under $50 at major stores like Kohl’s and Target, including luxe-looking brocade shorts, cap toe flats, and a faux fur coat.

  Greenberg's Price Match Prediction

Target is now offering price matching against select online competitors year-round after using the strategy during the holiday season. CNBC's Herb Greenberg and Greg Melich, ISI Group equity analyst, offer insight.

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