Key Takeaways Walmart will launch its first branded stores in South Africa later this year. The move follows its April Growth Summit featuring suppliers from 12 countries.Stores will combine affordable groceries, global brands and digital features.Walmart Inc. (WMT) benefits from the inherent strength of its highly diversified business model. The company's robust omnichannel strategy has increased traffic at both physical stores and digital platforms. In the latest update, the company intends to introduce i ...