Walmart Inc. (WMT)

US — Consumer Defensive Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol WMT
  • Rev/Share 86.8831
  • Book/Share 12.1405
  • PB 9.1794
  • Debt/Equity 0.7215
  • CurrentRatio 0.7921
  • ROIC 0.1262

 

  • MktCap 826625106248.0
  • FreeCF/Share 1.904
  • PFCF 54.419
  • PE 38.7537
  • Debt/Assets 0.24
  • DivYield 0.0088
  • ROE 0.2418

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade WMT Erste Group Hold Buy -- -- Aug. 5, 2025
Initiation WMT Mizuho -- Outperform -- $105 April 11, 2025
Upgrade WMT DZ Bank Hold Buy -- $110 Feb. 25, 2025
Reiterated WMT KeyBanc Capital Markets -- Overweight $96 $100 Dec. 11, 2024
Initiation WMT Bernstein -- Outperform -- $95 Oct. 22, 2024
Reiterated WMT Oppenheimer -- Outperform $81 $90 Oct. 14, 2024
Reiterated WMT Telsey Advisory Group -- Outperform $82 $92 Oct. 8, 2024
Upgrade WMT Truist Hold Buy $76 $89 Sept. 24, 2024
Reiterated WMT Telsey Advisory Group -- Outperform $75 $82 Aug. 16, 2024

News

Walmart Stock Jumps 22% in Six Months: Hold Steady or Take Profits?
WMT
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WMT's revenue, e-commerce and high-margin growth engines fuel long-term strength, though costs and valuation pressures remain.

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Walmart Advertising Surges 46%: Hidden Profit Engine Emerging?
WMT
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WMT's ad business jumps 46% in Q2, reshaping profits as digital sales and marketplace services accelerate.

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Walmart Expansion on Track, to Launch Branded Stores in South Africa
WMT
Published: September 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WMT plans to open its first branded stores in South Africa this year, blending affordability, global brands and digital convenience.

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Walmart Celebrates Grand Opening of High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center in Wellford
WMT
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

WELLFORD, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart associates, elected officials and community leaders celebrated the grand opening of a new 725,000 square-foot perishable distribution center (PDC). The state-of-the-art facility is designed to receive and process fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and frozen goods for delivery to 180 Walmart stores. Freshness Delivered Faster “The opening of our new high-tech perishable distribution center, marks a major step forward in how we get fresher products to custo.

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Walmart Inc. (WMT) Presents At Barclays 18th Annual Global Consumer Staples Conference 2025 Transcript
WMT
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT ) Barclays 18th Annual Global Consumer Staples Conference 2025 September 4, 2025 11:15 AM EDT Company Participants Christopher Nicholas - Executive VP, President & CEO of Sam's Club U.S. Conference Call Participants Seth Sigman - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Presentation Seth Sigman Research Analyst All right. We're going to get started here.

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Roku: Amazon Partnership Vs. Looming Walmart Competition
AMZN, ROKU, WMT
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Roku offers a compelling buying opportunity, driven by margin expansion and a promising partnership with Amazon despite cyclical concerns. The company posted strong Q2 results, beating revenue and profit guidance, and maintains a robust cash position with no debt. Risks include potential disruption from Walmart's Vizio acquisition, but upcoming catalysts like the Amazon deal could offset these concerns.

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Walmart Inc. (WMT) Presents At Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Retailing Conference 2025 Transcript
WMT
Published: September 03, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT ) Goldman Sachs 32nd Annual Global Retailing Conference 2025 September 3, 2025 12:30 PM EDT Company Participants Doug McMillon - President, CEO & Director Conference Call Participants Katharine McShane - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Presentation Katharine McShane MD & Retail Analyst Good morning, still, everyone. Thank you for joining us for our session with Walmart.

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Walmart and Sam's Club's Children's Miracle Network Campaign Concludes, Raising Over $43 Million for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals
WMT
Published: September 02, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Campaign Raises Critical Funds to Benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals SALT LAKE CITY , Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Walmart and Sam′s Club concluded their annual Children's Miracle Network campaign, held from June 9 to July 6.

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Walmart Raises Sales Guidance: Will Margins Catch Up Next?
WMT
Published: September 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WMT lifts its sales and EPS outlook as e-commerce and ads fuel growth, but liability costs and margin pressure keep profit recovery in focus.

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Walmart Invites European Businesses to Join Marketplaces in the Americas
WMT
Published: August 29, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

Walmart is offering support at an event and a dedicated office to encourage U.K. and European businesses to use its online marketplaces to sell to customers in the Americas. The company is promoting to these businesses its marketplaces in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Chile, according to a Friday (Aug. 29) press release.

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Walmart Q2: Stronger Than The Headlines Suggest
WMT
Published: August 27, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Walmart Inc.'s Q2 ‘25 results show solid revenue growth, margin expansion, and strong e-commerce momentum, justifying my Buy rating despite headline pessimism. The company's scale, digital transformation, and marketplace platform position it for long-term growth, with e-commerce and advertising as key drivers. Risks include consumer spending weakness, tariff pressures, and intensifying competition, but Walmart's defensive qualities and dividend track record remain attractive.

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Wholescale Adds Walmart.com to the ReviewHub Syndication Network
WMT
Published: August 27, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart.com joins ReviewHub's syndication network, enabling sellers to seamlessly share their authentic DTC-collected reviews directly on Walmart.com.

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Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: Are These 5 Stocks Too Overvalued to Buy Now?
AXON, MIR, RDNT, SPGI, WMT
Published: August 27, 2025 by: Kiplinger
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors worried about missing the boat on overvalued stocks need not fret. These five names, while expensive, are still seeing lots of love from analysts.

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Nex Playground Expands Nationwide to Over 3,000 Walmart and Sam's Club Locations This Summer
WMT
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nex Playground today announced it's expanding to over 2,500 select Walmart stores nationwide, along with Sam's Club availability.

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Waiting On Walmart: One Retailer, Many Signals
WMT
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

While investors often look to the Federal Reserve for macroeconomic signals, Walmart's earnings may offer even more insight. In recent earnings calls, Walmart's management acknowledged the pressure tariffs place on narrow retail margins, while also emphasizing the company's ability to adapt and strengthen its model. Walmart is the largest grocer in the U.S., and fresh food pricing remains a hot-button issue for inflation watchers.

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Walmart Becomes Klarna's Biggest Retail Partner in Canada
KLAR, WMT
Published: August 25, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive

Flexible payments firm Klarna has brought its payment solution to Walmart Canada. The roll-out, announced Monday (Aug. 25), makes Walmart Canada and its 400-plus stores the largest retailer in that country to host Klarna's flexible payment offerings.

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Donna Morris, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer at Walmart Inc., Appointed to UKG Board of Directors
WMT
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

LOWELL, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, today announced that Donna Morris, executive vice president and chief people officer at Walmart Inc., has been appointed to the UKG Board of Directors. “By leading global HR and people operations for the world's largest private employer and retailer, Donna's deep understanding of the frontline workforce and how technology and innovation are reshaping employee experiences will be invaluabl.

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Walmart E-Commerce Soars 25% Globally: How Big Can Digital Get?
WMT
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WMT's Q2 e-commerce sales soar 25% globally, driven by faster fulfillment, marketplace growth and rising membership income.

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Walmart Inc. (WMT) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
WMT
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Walmart (WMT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Powell In Jackson Hole, A Little Too Late - Danielle DiMartino Booth
DIA, QQQ, SPY, WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Markets celebrate Powell's Jackson Hole commentary; Danielle DiMartino Booth thinks he's a little too late. Bond yields are falling, declining long-term yields often signal recession, and the easing cycle could deepen economic risks.

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Walmart And Target Earnings
WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

In eight out of the last nine quarters, Target posted negative same store sales comp whereas Walmart's worst comp during this period was +3.8% (FY 1Q'25). It's not just same store sales growth that's under pressure, even Target's digital comps appear increasingly lethargic, especially when you peek at Walmart. Walmart's incredible logistical advantage, using its store footprint to compete effectively on speed in the convenience-driven digital marketplace, was on full display during the call.

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Walmart: Currently More Expensive Than Amazon
AMZN, WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Walmart Inc.'s omnichannel strategy and scale drive robust sales and profitability, but physical expansion is nearing saturation. Q2 earnings showed strong revenue and e-commerce growth, but a rare EPS miss and high P/E ratio triggered a share price drop. Valuation is stretched, trading well above historical averages and sector peers, despite Walmart's defensive qualities and industry moat.

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Tariffs aren't dealing a huge blow to big retailers and consumers — yet. Here are key earnings takeaways
HD, TGT, WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

Consumer spending has largely stayed strong so far and the pinch from higher duties hasn't been as severe as some companies had feared. Scot Ciccarelli, a retail analyst for Truist, said retailers are raising prices "but not nearly to the degree that might have been expected in early April.

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Target's stock is losing the battle against Walmart. Here are the reasons why.
WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Negative

Target's stock has been sinking, while Walmart's has been thriving. Here's why.

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Walmart Sent a Warning to Stock Markets and the Fed. Why Powell Faces an Inflation Crisis.
WMT
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Negative

How Walmart is navigating higher tariffs, ESPN's new sports streaming platform, Cracker Barrel's new logo, and more news to start your day.

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Former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon questions stock drop: 'It was about as good of a quarter as any retailer could have in any environment'
WMT
Published: August 21, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

Walmart lifted its full-year sales and earnings forecast, but the stock still slid 4.5%. The big-box retailer ended Thursday as the Dow's biggest loser.

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Walmart's results show 'it's firing on all cylinders', says fmr. U.S. CEO Bill Simon
WMT
Published: August 21, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Bill Simon, Former Walmart U.S. CEO, joins 'Fast Money' with reaction to Walmart quarterly results and the state of U.S. retail.

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S&P 500 Gains and Losses Today: Walmart and Solar Stocks Drop; Paramount Skydance Soars
FSLR, PSKY, WMT
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral

Major U.S. equities indexes lost ground Thursday amid uncertainty ahead of Friday's highly anticipated remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

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Walmart's weak profit growth wasn't as good as it could've been, says Morgan Stanley's Simeon Gutman
WMT
Published: August 21, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Negative

Simeon Gutman, Morgan Stanley retail analyst, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss how much investors should read into Walmart's earnings miss, the 'story behind the story' with the report and much more.

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Movers: Walmart, Coty, Instacart, Canadian Solar
CART, COTY, CSIQ, WMT
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Neutral

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About Walmart Inc. (WMT)

  • IPO Date 1972-08-25
  • Website https://corporate.walmart.com
  • Industry Discount Stores
  • CEO C. Douglas McMillon
  • Employees 2100000

Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, other units, and eCommerce worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites; and mobile commerce applications. The company offers grocery and consumables, including dairy, meat, bakery, deli, produce, dry, chilled or frozen packaged foods, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, floral, snack foods, candy, other grocery items, health and beauty aids, paper goods, laundry and home care, baby care, pet supplies, and other consumable items; fuel, tobacco and other categories. It is also involved in the provision of health and wellness products covering pharmacy, optical and hearing services, and over-the-counter drugs and other medical products; and home and apparel including home improvement, outdoor living, gardening, furniture, apparel, jewelry, tools and power equipment, housewares, toys, seasonal items, mattresses and tire and battery centers. In addition, the company offers consumer electronics and accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Further, it operates digital payment platforms; and offers financial services and related products, including money transfers, bill payments, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access. Additionally, the company markets lines of merchandise under private brands, including Allswell, Athletic Works, Equate, and Free Assembly. The company was formerly known as Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and changed its name to Walmart Inc. in February 2018. Walmart Inc. was founded in 1945 and is based in Bentonville, Arkansas.