Walmart Inc. (WMT)

NYSE: WMT · IEX Real-Time Price · USD
64.65
+0.64 (1.00%)
At close: May 17, 2024, 4:00 PM
64.50
-0.15 (-0.23%)
After-hours: May 17, 2024, 7:59 PM EDT
1.00%
Market Cap 521.27B
Revenue (ttm) 648.13B
Net Income (ttm) 15.51B
Shares Out 8.06B
EPS (ttm) 1.91
PE Ratio 33.85
Forward PE 28.36
Dividend $0.83 (1.28%)
Ex-Dividend Date Dec 13, 2024
Volume 23,074,405
Open 64.24
Previous Close 64.01
Day's Range 63.63 - 64.88
52-Week Range 48.34 - 64.88
Beta 0.49
Analysts Strong Buy
Price Target 68.75 (+6.34%)
Earnings Date May 16, 2024

About WMT

Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, other units, and eCommerce worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites; and mobile commerce applications. The company offers groce... [Read more]

Industry Discount Stores
IPO Date Oct 1, 1970
Employees 2,100,000
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol WMT
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2023, Walmart's revenue was $648.13 billion, an increase of 6.03% compared to the previous year's $611.29 billion. Earnings were $15.51 billion, an increase of 32.80%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 29 analysts, the average rating for WMT stock is "Strong Buy." The 12-month stock price forecast is $68.75, which is an increase of 6.34% from the latest price.

Price Target
$68.75
(6.34% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

The Score: GameStop, Walmart, Reddit and More Stocks That Defined the Week

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Other symbols: GMERDDT
11 hours ago - WSJ

Will Walmart Keep Its Rich Customers? The Challenges That Lie Ahead.

Higher-income shoppers helped the retailer post another blockbuster quarter.

13 hours ago - Barrons

Walmart is finding its groove — and that should terrify Target

Walmart keeps posting strong earnings, driven in part by gains among higher-income shoppers. The retailer is investing in new stores, growing product selection, and e-commerce convenience.

16 hours ago - Business Insider

Ex-Walmart US CEO Bill Simon Says Retailer Won't Keep Affluent Shoppers

Walmart shouldn't count on keeping the affluent customers it has recently gained, the retailer's former U.S. CEO Bill Simon said Thursday (May 16). Speaking on CNBC's Fast Money, Simon said that when ...

17 hours ago - PYMNTS

Walmart Opens High Tech Fulfillment Center in Greencastle, Pennsylvania

GREENCASTLE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart associates were joined by local elected officials and community members today to celebrate the grand opening of a new 1.5 million square-foot fulfillment cen...

17 hours ago - Business Wire

How Walmart Is ‘Firing On All Cylinders'

On Thursday, the retailer topped quarterly estimates for earnings, revenue, and same-store sales growth.

18 hours ago - Barrons

Walmart gains high-income shoppers as elevated prices persist

Walmart noted yet again that its continuing to gain even more higher-income shoppers. Executives say the driver isn't necessarily price but convenience.

22 hours ago - Fox Business

Amazon, Walmart Aim to Retain Lower-Income Shoppers Amid Luxury Push

Amazon and Walmart may be setting their sights on high-income consumers, but as the two retail giants compete for shoppers' spending, they are working hard not to lose their lower-income customers in ...

Other symbols: AMZN
1 day ago - PYMNTS

Walmart Posts Sales Growth, Raises Earnings Outlook for the Year

In the U.S., more people shopped at Walmart and bought more products, but the average amount spent per visit was flat compared with the same quarter last year.

1 day ago - WSJ

Affluent consumers are creating a ‘bubble' at Walmart, warns retailer's former U.S. CEO Bill Simon

Walmart may just be a pit stop for high-income consumers.

1 day ago - CNBC

What Walmart's Q1 earnings are revealing about US consumers

Walmart (WMT) posted its first-quarter earnings report revealing revenue that beat expectations and showed a growth in its e-commerce arm. Comparable sales and transactions rose 3.8% in the US, while ...

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Walmart CFO: Shoppers Replacing Fast Food With Groceries

Walmart's grocery business is reportedly benefiting from the high price of fast food. The retailer's chief financial officer, John David Rainey, told CNBC Thursday (May 16) that it's “roughly 4.3 time...

1 day ago - PYMNTS

Walmart's boost from high-income shoppers is not good news for economy, says Fmr. Walmart U.S. CEO

Bill Simon, Former Walmart U.S. CEO, joins 'Fast Money' to talk economic trouble that may be lurking behind Walmart's positive numbers.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

S&P 500 Gains and Losses Today: Walmart Stock Soars After Strong Earnings Report

Major U.S. equities indexes ticked lower on Thursday, retreating from the all-time highs they posted Wednesday.

1 day ago - Investopedia

Why Walmart is emerging as a consumer favorite: Analyst

As consumers grapple with the reality of rising costs, finding ways to maximize their budgets has become essential. LSEG Director of Consumer Research Jharonne Martis joins Wealth!

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Walmart posts strong quarter thanks to higher income shoppers

Walmart's stock skyrocketed to a record high after solid quarterly results. Transcript: CONWAY GITTENS: I'm Conway Gittens reporting from the New York Stock Exchange.

1 day ago - The Street

Though Amazon Could Lead By 2026, Walmart Stock Has Upside

Walmart stock has enjoyed a great run since going public. But Amazon Amazon — despite growing more slowly than it has in the past — is likely to surpass Walmart Walmart in sales by 2026.

1 day ago - Forbes

Stock Market Today: Dow Flirts With 40K After Walmart Earnings

The 30-stock index briefly traded above the 40,000 mark as blue chip retail stock Walmart surged after earnings.

1 day ago - Kiplinger

Walmart's earnings beat helps push Dow past 40,000 mark

CNBC's Melissa Repko joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss Walmart's earnings beat and Dow push.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

WMT's E-Commerce Growth & HD Outlook for Home Improvement

Walmart's (WMT) 1Q adjusted EPS came in at $0.60 versus an estimated $0.52 and its revenue came in at $161.51B versus an estimated $159.36B. James E. Demmert discusses the takeaways from Walmart's ear...

Other symbols: HD
1 day ago - Schwab Network

4 Key Takeaways From Walmart's Earnings Call

Company leadership spoke on Walmart's (WMT) earnings call Thursday after the retail giant delivered a substantial earnings beat for the first quarter of fiscal 2025.

1 day ago - Investopedia

Wealthier customer flock to Walmart to boost retailer's sales in strong Q1 earnings

“Historically, Walmart has not been able to keep them after recessions end, but maybe this time is different."

1 day ago - New York Post

Walmart's strong forecast signals a resilient consumer

A positive forecast from retail bellwether Walmart on Thursday signaled a resilient U.S. shopper, in line with earlier remarks by one of its key suppliers and one of its retail rivals.

1 day ago - Reuters

Walmart says more diners are buying its groceries as fast food gets pricey

The company's CFO said customers across incomes are looking for cheaper meals.

1 day ago - CNBC

Walmart CFO: Shoppers still in stores, but wallets 'stretched'

Walmart (WMT) posted its first quarter report revealing a profit of $5.10 billion for the quarter and a 21% year-over-year growth in eCommerce sales. The company also posted its full-year guidance for...

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance