Walmart Inc. is the world's largest retailer by revenue, operating 10,500+ stores in 19 countries. Founded by Sam Walton in 1962, Walmart serves approximately 240 million customers weekly through its supercenters, e-commerce platform, and Sam's Club warehouse chain.
Same-store sales growth, e-commerce revenue acceleration, grocery market share, Walmart+ subscription growth, advertising revenue (Walmart Connect), and consumer spending on essentials versus discretionary items. As a defensive stock, it often outperforms during recessions.
WMT is the ultimate defensive retail play — it rallies when the economy weakens as consumers trade down. Consistent dividend aristocrat with 50+ years of increases. Earnings provide a real-time read on US consumer health.
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