Walmart: A Needed Correction, Growth And Margin Stories Intact Amid Macro Jitters
Fears of a consumer slowdown have impacted the retail sector, with Walmart shares down nearly 20% from their pre-earnings high. Despite solid Q4 results and strong eCommerce growth, WMT's valuation appears stretched, leading to a hold rating. Key risks include macroeconomic factors, consumer spending slowdown, and competitive pressures, which could impact margins and advertising revenue.
Why Walmart Stock Was Sliding Today
Shares of Walmart (WMT -2.96%) were pulling back today along with a broader slide in the retail sector, after the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell to a four-year-low, with future expectations hitting a 12-year low, according to the Conference Board.
This Retail Giant's Stock Is an Absolute Bargain. It's Cheaper Than Walmart and Costco.
Retail sales remained strong in 2024, but two companies stood out for their significant gains in market share over the last two years. Walmart (WMT 1.84%) and Costco (COST 1.85%) both saw even stronger sales growth than the rest of the industry, fueled by improvements in e-commerce and at the store level.
Is Walmart a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?
The state of the consumer remains a hot topic as inflation pressures persist and shoppers continue to seek value. One company that could benefit from the current economic conditions is Walmart (WMT 1.84%), a favorite retailer among price-conscious shoppers.
Walmart partners with JPMorgan to speed payments to online sellers
JPMorgan Chase and Walmart are partnering to speed up payments for merchants that sell items through the retail giant's website.
Walmart and Target Wrangling With Suppliers Following Tariffs
Walmart and Target are reportedly haggling with suppliers over proposed price hikes in the face of tariffs. As Reuters reported Monday (March 24), the outcome of these negotiations will decide when prices on products go up — and by how much — and could even determine which merchandise the retailers choose to keep in stock.
Walmart Digs Deeper Into Metaverse With Minecraft Partnership
Walmart is reportedly expanding metaverse efforts by teaming with virtual gaming world Minecraft. The retail giant is now running a limited-time interactive gaming experience dubbed “Skyward” on a Minecraft Java server, Chain Store Age reported Friday (March 21).
Walmart: Reality Check After The Disappointing Guidance (Rating Downgrade)
Walmart's valuation multiples surged due to market share gains and digital business excitement, which are now coming back to earth. Walmart is no longer the largest company in terms of sales in North America, after being surpassed by Amazon, which is growing more than twice as fast. Despite strong Q4 results, Walmart's disappointing FY26 guidance, including lower sales and EPS growth, caused an 18% selloff.
Walmart (WMT) Laps the Stock Market: Here's Why
In the latest trading session, Walmart (WMT) closed at $85.90, marking a +0.1% move from the previous day.
Walmart to Have 450 Fuel and Convenience Stations by End of 2025
Walmart said Wednesday (March 19) that it will open or remodel more than 45 fuel stations this year. By the end of the year, the retailer will have more than 450 Walmart Fuel and Convenience stations operating across 34 states, according to an email sent to PYMNTS Wednesday.
Where Will Walmart Stock Be in 1 Year?
After a door-busting 2024 with Walmart (WMT -2.12%) shares soaring 74% on robust growth and earnings, the start of 2025 has proven to be a tougher aisle to navigate. The stock price has rolled back by about 19% from its recent all-time high, pressured by muted company guidance.
Walmart Develops AI Assistant That Helps Merchants Source Products
Walmart has developed a generative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered assistant to help its merchants source items for its shelves and its online store.
