JWN vs. KSS

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

JWN (Nordstrom, Inc.) and KSS (Kohl's Corporation) are both stocks. Both operate in the Department Stores industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. A 0.52 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

JWN vs. KSS - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN) and Kohl's Corporation (KSS). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

JWN

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

KSS

• 1D: -2.08%
• 1M: 9.37%
• YTD: -23.20%
• 6M: -31.40%
• 1Y: 92.26%
• 3Y*: -1.71%
• 5Y*: -16.95%
• 10Y*: -3.71%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

JWN vs. KSS - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
JWN Nordstrom, Inc.	0.00%	4.23%	35.73%	19.92%	-26.18%	-27.52%	-22.76%	-8.38%	1.14%	2.30%
KSS Kohl's Corporation	-23.20%	51.46%	-45.83%	23.77%	-45.98%	23.58%	-17.18%	-19.22%	26.65%	15.75%

Correlation

The correlation between JWN and KSS is 0.52, which is moderate. They share some common price drivers but move independently often enough to provide real diversification benefit when combined.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.41
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.56
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.66
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 20, 1992	0.52

The correlation between JWN and KSS shifts across timeframes, from 0.41 (3 years) to 0.66 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) JWN : $15.02B KSS : $15.46B
Gross Profit (TTM) JWN : $5.62B KSS : $4.94B
EBITDA (TTM) JWN : $1.31B KSS : $1.31B

Return for Risk

JWN vs. KSS — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

KSS

KSS Risk / Return Rank: 73
KSS Sharpe Ratio Rank: 72
KSS Sortino Ratio Rank: 80
KSS Omega Ratio Rank: 74
KSS Calmar Ratio Rank: 72
KSS Martin Ratio Rank: 69

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

JWN vs. KSS - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN) and Kohl's Corporation (KSS). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	JWN	KSS	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.04	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	-0.25	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	-0.06	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.19	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	JWN	KSS	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-89.16%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-51.84%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-77.01%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-87.56%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-89.16%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-71.54%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-29.37%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	25.43%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	JWN	KSS	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	26.43%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	43.86%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	89.25%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	69.35%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	63.47%	—

Dividends

JWN vs. KSS - Dividend Comparison

JWN has not paid dividends to shareholders, while KSS's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.22%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
JWN Nordstrom, Inc.	0.00%	2.03%	3.15%	4.12%	4.71%	0.00%	1.19%	3.62%	3.18%	3.12%	3.09%	12.71%
KSS Kohl's Corporation	3.22%	2.45%	14.25%	6.97%	7.92%	2.02%	1.73%	5.26%	3.68%	4.06%	4.05%	3.78%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both JWN and KSS in my portfolio?

JWN and KSS have a correlation of 0.52, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.