Core Insights - Walmart (WMT.US) has been included in the 2026 "Global Vision" Top Ten Core Assets list by Gelonghui, leading to a nearly 3% increase in its stock price during trading, reaching a historical high of $132.43 [1] - The company's market capitalization has surpassed $1 trillion again, joining the "trillion-dollar club" typically dominated by large technology firms [1] - Year-to-date, Walmart's stock price has increased by approximately 19%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 index, which has risen by about 1.5% during the same period [1]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the performance of Walmart, which has reached a market capitalization of over $1 trillion, joining the "trillion-dollar club" dominated by tech companies in the U.S. stock market [2][7][11]. Market Performance Summary - On February 3, U.S. stock indices closed lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average down 0.34% at 49,240.99 points, the S&P 500 down 0.84% at 6,917.81 points, and the Nasdaq down 1.43% at 23,255.19 points [4]. - Major tech stocks mostly declined, with Microsoft and Nvidia down nearly 3%, Meta down over 2%, Amazon down nearly 2%, Google down over 1%, and Apple down less than 1%. Tesla's stock saw a slight increase of less than 1% [4]. - Energy stocks saw a broad increase, with ExxonMobil up nearly 4%, ConocoPhillips, Schlumberger, and Occidental Petroleum up over 3%, and Chevron up over 2% [5]. - Airline stocks collectively rose, with Southwest Airlines and United Airlines up over 3%, American Airlines up over 2%, and Delta Airlines up nearly 2% [6]. - Semiconductor stocks mostly fell, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index down 2.07% and several companies like NXP Semiconductors and Micron Technology down over 4% [6]. - Precious metals stocks performed strongly, with AngloGold up over 6% and Barrick Gold up over 2%. Gold futures rose by 6.83% to $4,970.5 per ounce, while silver futures increased by 10.27% to $84.915 per ounce [6]. - Chinese concept stocks mostly declined, with the Nasdaq Golden Dragon China Index down 0.94%. Specific stocks like Daqo New Energy and Bilibili fell over 4% [6]. Walmart's Performance - Walmart's stock price reached over $128, closing with a nearly 3% increase, marking the first time its market capitalization surpassed $1 trillion [9][11]. - Unlike many traditional retail giants that have struggled, Walmart has maintained its leading position in the global retail market through strategic adjustments and increased focus on technology [11][12].