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Walmart, Target Are Eating Dollar Stores' Lunch: Dollar General Lowers Guidance, Will Dollar Tree Be Next?
Benzinga· 2024-08-31 14:31
The battle over consumer spending on food and household items continues to heat up and big-box retailers may be taking more market share from dollar stores across several categories.What Happened: Discount retailer Dollar General Corp DG recently reported second-quarter financial results that saw revenue and earnings per share both miss estimates from analysts.The company also lowered its full-year revenue and earnings per share outlook as the company may be losing market share to larger competitors Walmart ...
Forget Walmart and Target, Buy This Underrated Retail Stock Instead
The Motley Fool· 2024-08-31 13:30
TJX's comparable-sales growth was similar to Walmart's last quarter, and it's trading at a much lower earnings multiple.Walmart (WMT 1.06%) and Target (TGT 0.13%) are two of the top retailers in the country, and they can make for great investments in the long run as the economy grows. But Walmart is trading at a 52-week high, and its valuation is expensive. Target, meanwhile, is largely a discretionary play, and while it's coming off a decent quarter, it's expecting minimal growth this year.With both of the ...
Walmart(WMT) - 2025 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-08-30 20:50
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2024. or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to . Commission File Number 001-06991 WALMART INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 71-0415188 (State or other jurisdiction o ...
All It Takes Is $2,500 Invested in Walmart and Each of These 2 Dow Dividend Stocks to Generate Over $200 in Passive Income Per Year
The Motley Fool· 2024-08-29 08:41
These industry-leading companies should continue rewarding investors with dividend raises for years to come.The stock market can be an excellent vehicle for building wealth over time. But it can also be used to generate passive income from dividends without the need to sell stock.The Dow Jones Industrial Average is chock-full of blue chip dividend-paying companies -- including Walmart (WMT -0.07%), Home Depot (HD -0.13%), and Chevron (CVX -0.65%).Investing $2,500 into each stock should generate at least $20 ...
Walmart Aims to Supercharge eCommerce Growth With Marketplace Push
PYMNTS.com· 2024-08-28 15:53
Walmart’s eCommerce business has increased in the past few years, and now, to take that growth to the next level and better compete with rival Amazon, the retail giant is looking to grow its marketplace offerings.The company announced Tuesday (Aug. 27) a range of updates to its offerings for third-party sellers. At its 2024 Walmart Marketplace Seller Summit, the superstore chain announced the introduction of new product categories such as Premium Beauty and pre-owned merchandise, as well as features designe ...
Did Walmart Just Squash Recession Fears?
The Motley Fool· 2024-08-28 13:15
Walmart's latest earnings paint an interesting picture of the economy.While the stock market has generated strong returns over the last couple of years, the broader macroeconomic picture has been cloudy at best.Inflation has been abnormally high compared to historic levels. Moreover, a series of interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve has significantly affected consumer purchasing activity. U.S. job data has also been inconsistent. Perhaps unsurprisingly, some economists and investors have been concerned ...
Walmart Expands Omnichannel Experiences and Fulfillment Solutions for Third-Party Sellers
PYMNTS.com· 2024-08-27 19:56
Walmart Marketplace Expansion - Walmart has introduced new product categories on its eCommerce platform, including Premium Beauty at Walmart, Resold at Walmart, and Collector Shop, featuring custom storefronts, pre-owned luxury items, and collectibles from 1,700 sellers [1] - The company is enhancing its omnichannel experience with Walmart LocalFinds, connecting shoppers with local retailers through digital channels and offering direct pickup and delivery from sellers' physical stores, launching this fall in Atlanta and Dallas [2] - Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) has introduced new solutions, including a Multichannel Solutions program, Walmart Cross Border import service, and an expansion of the Walmart Preferred Carrier program, enabling sellers to fulfill orders across multiple eCommerce sites and manage international shipments [2] Growth and Strategic Focus - Walmart Marketplace has achieved over 30% sales growth in each of the past four quarters, with the number of sellers on Walmart.com growing by 20% in the last fiscal year [3] - The company continues to invest in digital and fulfillment capabilities to enhance the customer and seller experience, emphasizing personalized and seamless omnichannel experiences [3] - Walmart launched its third-party marketplace in 2009 to diversify product offerings and compete with Amazon's seller ecosystem [3]
Walmart (WMT) Trades Near 52-Week High: Lock in Gains or Hold On?
ZACKS· 2024-08-26 16:20
Walmart Inc. (WMT) stands as a titan in the retail space, powered by its strong omnichannel presence, strategic diversification into high-growth areas, and solid financial health. The stock closed at $75.70 on Aug 23, shy of its recently hit 52-week high of $76.22 on Aug 22, reflecting strong investor confidence in Walmart's prospects. Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchOver the past month, shares of this supermarket giant have gained 8.7% compared with the industry’s rise of 7.8%.  Additionally, the co ...
3 Reasons Walmart Is a Major Winner Compared to Other Retailers. Time to Buy the Stock?
The Motley Fool· 2024-08-24 08:15
The little things are adding up to make the world's biggest brick-and-mortar retailer also the world's best brick-and-mortar retailer.Walmart (WMT 0.16%) certainly seems to be firing on all cylinders these days. Its second-quarter results were so solid, in fact, that shares reached a record high immediately following the recently released report. Moreover, based on Walmart's strong Q2 numbers, investors are deciding the economy and consumerism are healthier than presumed less than a week ago. That bodes wel ...
Walmart (WMT) Boosts Membership Value With Burger King Benefit
ZACKS· 2024-08-23 16:00
Walmart Inc. (WMT) and Burger King entered into a first-of-its-kind partnership, providing Walmart+ members with an exclusive offer of 25% off on any digital Burger King order. Starting in September, members will also be eligible to receive a free flame-grilled Whopper every three months with any purchase, further enhancing the perks of their membership. Walmart+ members can easily redeem this benefit through the BK App or at bk.com.This exclusive benefit is tailored to fit members' fast-paced lifestyles. W ...