Market Watch·6d ago
AI chatbots recommend shopping at Walmart over just about anywhere else, analysts findThe next retail battleground could be AI recommendation engines, according to UBS.
Walmart's investment thesis centers on its ability to leverage its massive scale and essential goods mix to drive stable revenue growth, which has averaged 5.4% over the last ten quarters, while executing a strategic pivot toward automated fulfillment. The com...
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Revenue growth has been consistently positive, ranging from 2.5% to 7.3% over the last ten quarters, while gross margin has expanded from 24.6% in 2025Q4 to 26.1% in 2027Q2, indicating successful cost management despite a structurally thin operating margin of 5.0%.
Walmart's investments in omnichannel capabilities and AI are expected to enhance revenue and profit margins, particularly through e-commerce sales.
Growth in advertising, marketplace services, and memberships is crucial for shifting Walmart's profit mix, supported by strategic investments in automation.
Walmart is expected to gain market share in groceries, health, and international markets, providing resilience against economic slowdowns.
Walmart's high P/E ratio suggests it may be overvalued, with DCF analyses indicating fair values significantly lower than the current price.
Walmart faces increasing competition from e-commerce giants like Amazon and rapidly growing direct-to-consumer platforms from China.
A potential macroeconomic slowdown could impact sales volume, particularly for Walmart's core demographic managing finances tightly.
Trailing total returns as of 10/11/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 20, 2026 | $0.81+9.2% vs $0.74 | $187.9B+0.7% vs $186.6B |
Q2 2026 May 21, 2026 | $0.66+0.2% vs $0.66 | $177.8B+1.7% vs $174.8B |
Q1 2026 Feb 19, 2026 | $0.74+1.8% vs $0.73 | $190.7B+0.0% vs $190.6B |
Q4 2025 Nov 20, 2025 | $0.62+3.2% vs $0.60 | $179.5B+1.2% vs $177.4B |
The next retail battleground could be AI recommendation engines, according to UBS.
Eastern Bank lowered its position in shares of Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ: WMT) by 12.6% during the third quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 783,561 shares of the retailer's stock after selling 113,072 shares during the period. Walmart comprises about 1.2% of Eastern Bank's
Walmart shares have shed nearly a quarter of their value from the 52-week high, yet one Wall Street strategist sees a path to gains that would dwarf the average analyst target.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Walmart Inc. (WMT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $111.35 | $887.57B | 40.79 | 4.73% | 3.07% | 21.48% | 0.84% | |
| $153.77 | $69.84B | 18.91 | -1.68% | 4.08% | 26.66% | — | |
| $946.92 | $419.94B | 52.00 | 8.17% | 3.04% | 28.02% | — | |
| $61.64 | $38B | 40.03 | 0.35% | 0.73% | 17.15% | — | |
| $98.56 | $12.58B | 22.50 | 4.66% | 2.61% | 26.19% | — | |
| $65.14 | $6.07B | 12.27 | 14.08% | 5.58% | 34.84% | — |
Walmart Inc. (WMT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Walmart Inc. (WMT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Aug 20, 2026·SEC
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Walmart Inc. (WMT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Walmart Inc. (WMT) reported $735.84B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 593% increase from $106.15B in 1997.
Walmart Inc. (WMT) grew revenue by 4.7% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, Walmart Inc. (WMT) is profitable, generating $22.40B in net income for fiscal year 2026 (3.1% net margin).
Yes, Walmart Inc. (WMT) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.84%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Walmart Inc. (WMT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 21.5%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Walmart Inc. (WMT) generated $13.51B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
