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Walmart Inc. runs a network of large retail stores and an e‑commerce platform that sells groceries and general merchandise to consumers…
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WMT
Walmart Inc
$105.96
Today
−$1.18-1.10%
vs previous close
Quote
- Open
- $106.68
- High
- $106.90
- Low
- $105.66
- Prev close
- $107.14
- Sector
- Consumer
- Industry
- Retail
- Size
- Large-cap
- Market cap
- $884.1B
- Shares out
- 7.96B
- Country
- US
- IPO
- Aug 25, 1972
- Exchange
- NYSE
- Website
- corporate.walmart.com
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Canada Claps Back at Trump With Retaliatory Tariffs on More Than $20 Billion of US Goods, Hitting Steel, Milk and More
In brief
Canada’s new tariffs hit key U.S. products, escalating the trade war and raising costs for both sides.
Trump Says Tariff-Free Beef From Brazil, Argentina Coming — Also Targets 'Monopoly' in Industry
In brief
Trump’s tariff‑free beef imports and new regulations aim to lower prices and curb processor dominance, but face industry pushback and regulatory uncertainty.
Sensodyne Maker Haleon Leverages Eye-Level Shelf Placement To Outpace Rivals-Report
In brief
Haleon’s eye‑level shelf strategy is a win‑win for retailers and the company, nudging its U.S. market share higher amid a cost‑conscious consumer environment.
Walmart Stock Gains on Broad Market Rally and New Delivery Partnership
In brief
Walmart’s stock gains are driven by a new delivery partnership and favorable macro conditions, offering a short‑term lift amid recent earnings volatility.
If You Invested $1000 In Walmart Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today
In brief
Walmart’s five‑year return of 17.3% per year means a $1,000 investment would have more than doubled to $2,221 today.
'Haleon Says It Negotiated Better Walmart, Target Shelf Space Via U.S. Price Deals; Haleon Says Improved Shelf Positions Are Driving U.S. Market Share' - Reuters Exclusive
In brief
Haleon’s new shelf‑space deals with Walmart and Target are driving a steady rise in U.S. market share and a higher share of sales coming from promoted products.
Trump's DOJ Expands Beef Price Probe to Walmart, Costco, Amazon and 5 Other Retail Giants — Calls it a 'Critical Concern'
In brief
The DOJ is now probing the retail side of the beef supply chain, expanding its focus from packers to the largest grocery chains to address rising consumer prices.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones Futures Fall as US-Iran Tensions Flare Up—WMT, RZLV, FNGR in Focus (UPDATED)
In brief
Geopolitical tension and hawkish Fed signals are weighing on markets, while upcoming data and earnings could further test risk appetite.
Walmart Agrees to $50 Million Settlement With DOJ Over Alleged Opioid Prescription Violations, Calls Payout ‘Immaterial’
In brief
Walmart settles DOJ opioid lawsuit for $50 million—an "immaterial" hit amid strong earnings and a broader industry push for tighter opioid controls.
Walmart Says Without Admitting Liability, Settled U.S. DOJ's Opioid Civil Litigation Matter For An Immaterial Amount, Which Was Accrued As Of July 31
In brief
Walmart settled DOJ opioid claims for an immaterial amount, avoiding admission of liability but underscoring ongoing regulatory scrutiny of its pharmacy operations.
Walmart Stock Moves Lower Thursday: What's Going On?
In brief
Walmart’s stock slipped after earnings beat was dampened by the slowest U.S. comparable‑store growth in six years, highlighting margin and competition concerns despite higher full‑year guidance.
$1000 Invested In Walmart 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today
In brief
Walmart’s five‑year compounded growth has more than doubled a $1,000 investment, underscoring the power of steady, high‑yield returns in a large‑cap retailer.
Walmart Heirs Lose $9.4 Billion in Wealth in 2026: Stock Drop Hurts Odds of Making Top 10 Richest
In brief
Walmart’s share price slide wiped $9.4 billion off Walton heirs’ fortunes, pushing them out of the world’s top‑10 richest.
A Healthcare Worker Says Working With Boomers Has Filled Them With 'Extreme Rage,' Turned Them Into a Misanthrope. 'My Empathy Is Gone'
In brief
Workforce burnout in healthcare, fueled by difficult interactions with older patients, threatens staff retention and patient care quality.
MRNA, SPCX, MSTR and More: 5 Stocks Investors Couldn't Stop Buzzing About This Week
In brief
Retail hype turned corporate news into sharp price swings across biotech, retail, AI, and space stocks this week.
Bessent's Bond Band-Aid, Bitcoin's Best Week Since 2023: This Week on Wall Street
In brief
The Treasury’s buyback announcement briefly lowered long‑term yields, sparking a crypto rally, but the effect faded; Walmart’s earnings miss and Moderna’s breakthrough vaccine drove sharp moves in their respective stocks.
Stock of the Day: Will CrowdStrike Reverse off of this Important Level?
In brief
CRWD’s recent 15% slide brings it to a critical $177 support level that could trigger a reversal if held, while a break below may push the stock toward $117.
Bitcoin Jumps Above $77,000, Gold Hits 3-Month Highs: Stock Market Today
In brief
Bitcoin’s $77k rally and gold’s three‑month high reflect a rebound in risk appetite, supported by a surprisingly strong PMI reading.
Walmart Takes Hit as Analysts Trim Price Targets: ‘Tough Combo’
In brief
Analyst price‑target cuts signal a cautious outlook for Walmart’s growth, weighing on the stock despite solid sales numbers.
These Analysts Slash Their Forecasts On Walmart After Q2 Earnings
In brief
Walmart’s Q2 earnings beat expectations, but weaker guidance and a lowered 2027 outlook have prompted analysts to trim price targets and the stock fell 9.2%.
Ross Stores To Rally Around 18%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Friday
In brief
Baird’s $20 price target hike for Ross Stores signals optimism about the retailer’s earnings outlook.
Jim Cramer Says Stocks and the Economy Are Telling Two Very Different Stories: ‘Jarring Gulf’
In brief
Stocks are lagging behind a resilient economy, creating a pricing gap that could benefit growth names while exposing consumer‑sensitive firms to further downside.
Walmart’s AI Bet Is Working: Sparky Users Spend 40% More as CEO Says AI Will Reshape ‘Nearly Every Part of Our Business’
In brief
Walmart’s AI assistant Sparky is driving a 40% increase in per‑order spend and rapid user growth, boosting Q2 earnings and positioning AI as a key growth engine.
WMT Stock Just Got Crushed 9% — Top Analyst Says Walmart's E-Commerce, Advertising Growth Still ‘Support the Bull Case’
In brief
Walmart’s stock fell 9% after a softer third‑quarter outlook, but strong e‑commerce and advertising growth keep the long‑term bull case intact.
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