Core Insights - Walmart, the largest private employer in the U.S., has increased discounts, particularly in its grocery sector, to mitigate the effects of tariffs and attract more customers [1][2] - The company reported a revenue of $177.4 billion for the second quarter, marking a nearly 5% increase from the previous year, surpassing Wall Street expectations [2] - Walmart's U.S. sales reached $120.9 billion in the second quarter, up approximately 5% or $5.6 billion year-over-year, with same-store sales rising by 4.6% [3] Discounts and Sales Performance - Walmart offered over 7,400 "rollbacks" or discounts in the last quarter, with grocery discounts increasing by 30% compared to the previous year [1] - The strong sales growth was attributed to increased discounts and the convenience of e-commerce and omnichannel offerings, with e-commerce sales rising by 26% during the quarter [3] Financial Outlook - The company has raised its fiscal 2026 outlook, projecting sales growth of 3.75% to 4.75%, with earnings per share (EPS) expected to be between $2.52 and $2.62 [4]