Yahoo Finance·2026-01-13 20:39Group 1 - Lucid, once a prominent electric vehicle stock, has seen its value decline significantly, losing over 60% in the past year due to various headwinds in the EV market [2][7] - The company's market capitalization is currently just below $4 billion, and the expiration of the EV tax credit is expected to further negatively impact its performance [2] - Investors are advised to consider alternatives to Lucid, such as Walmart, which has shown steady growth and resilience in the retail sector [2][4] Group 2 - Walmart has a proven business model with over 10,000 locations and has more than doubled its stock value over the past five years, approaching a $1 trillion market cap [4][6] - The retailer reported a year-over-year revenue growth of 5.8% and a net income increase of 34.2% in the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, indicating strong financial health [5] - Walmart's pricing power and ability to maintain low prices due to bulk order discounts create significant competitive advantages, making it difficult for local retailers to compete [8]