Target Store Brand (Good & Gather, Up & Up, Threshold, etc.)

Target Corporation is a massive American retail giant that operates an extensive portfolio of private-label brands. The company's history dates back to 1902 when George Dayton founded Dayton Dry Goods in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The 'Target' brand itself was launched in 1962 as a discount-store version of the Dayton Department Store, revolutionized the industry with a focus on 'expect more, pay less' high-end design at affordable prices.

Today, Target owns dozens of proprietary brands across food, apparel, and home goods. Manufacturing for these brands is globally distributed. While many grocery items under the Good & Gather label are sourced within the United States, a significant portion of apparel and electronics are manufactured in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central America to maintain competitive pricing. Target maintains a rigorous global compliance and sustainability program to monitor these diverse supply chains.

As of 2026, Target Corporation remains an independent, publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It is not owned by a larger conglomerate, making it the ultimate parent company for all its household names like Room Essentials, Cat & Jack, and Market Pantry. Its headquarters remain firmly rooted in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serving as one of the largest employers and economic drivers in the American Midwest.