FIGI: BBG000BXNZC1 | ISIN: US9311421039 | Symbol: WMT | CUSIP: 931142103
Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ: WMT) represents the undisputed cornerstone of the global retail sector, commanding unparalleled market share across brick-and-mortar supercenters and rapidly expanding e-commerce operations. Transitioning far beyond its traditional discount origins, the company now leverages an ultra-efficient omnichannel supply chain and its high-margin Walmart+ digital ecosystem to consistently outpace competitors. As a historically resilient defensive equity and renowned dividend aristocrat, WMT provides institutional and retail investors with a fortress balance sheet capable of weathering severe macroeconomic turbulence. Our interactive WMT stock live chart equips you with institutional-grade technical analysis tools, streaming real-time price action to help you pinpoint precise entry and exit levels. Whether you are compounding a dividend-growth investment portfolio or executing high-probability swing trades, tracking Walmart’s operational momentum is critical for navigating the broader consumer staples market.
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Fundamental Analysis WMT Stock
The Walmart Stock Fundamentals widget delivers an exhaustive deep-dive into the company’s fiscal health, providing institutional-grade insights that extend far beyond daily price fluctuations. By aggregating critical data points—such as Market Capitalization, Enterprise Value, and granular Income Statement metrics—this tool enables investors to calculate Walmart’s intrinsic valuation with absolute precision. The platform offers a transparent view of the company’s fortress balance sheet, expanding operating margins, and robust free cash flow generation, all of which are critical for assessing WMT’s supremacy across global retail and omnichannel supply chains. For dedicated value investors and equity analysts, real-time access to these fundamental indicators is indispensable for defensive portfolio optimization and high-conviction decision-making within the consumer staples sector.
Walmart (WMT) Market Outlook
Institutional Consensus: Strong Buy
An extensive review of 50 recent equity analyst notes reveals an overwhelmingly bullish institutional sentiment toward Walmart Inc. Following strong omnichannel growth and expanding margins, top-tier firms (including Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Citigroup) have issued a wave of upward price target revisions throughout early 2026. The average 12-month price target currently hovers around $135.00 – $140.00, indicating absolute confidence in WMT’s defensive market positioning. Out of the last 50 institutional actions, 49 maintained a “Buy” or equivalent rating, reflecting a near-unanimous consensus among Wall Street professionals.
Scroll within the table to view the full historical list of price targets and rating actions.
| Date | Analyst Firm | Rating Action | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/26 | Morgan Stanley | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 04/13/26 | Guggenheim | Maintained Buy | $137 |
| 02/23/26 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $135 |
| 02/20/26 | Bernstein | Maintained Buy | $134 |
| 02/20/26 | UBS | Maintained Buy | $147 |
| 02/20/26 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/20/26 | HSBC | Downgraded to Sell | $131 |
| 02/20/26 | BTIG Research | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/18/26 | D.A. Davidson & Co. | Maintained Buy | $135 |
| 02/12/26 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $135 |
| 02/11/26 | RBC Capital Markets | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/11/26 | BTIG Research | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/10/26 | Wells Fargo & Co | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/09/26 | Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. | Maintained Buy | $140 |
| 02/09/26 | Mizuho | Maintained Buy | $137 |
| 02/06/26 | Citigroup Corp. | Maintained Buy | $147 |
| 02/03/26 | Piper Sandler | Maintained Buy | $130 |
| 02/03/26 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $130 |
| 01/15/26 | Morgan Stanley | Maintained Buy | $135 |
| 01/14/26 | BTIG Research | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 01/14/26 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $135 |
| 01/08/26 | Barclays Capital | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 01/08/26 | Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 01/05/26 | Mizuho | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 01/05/26 | Bernstein | Maintained Buy | $129 |
| 12/19/25 | Wells Fargo & Co | Maintained Buy | $130 |
| 12/16/25 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $120 |
| 12/09/25 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $117 |
| 11/21/25 | J.P. Morgan | Maintained Buy | $129 |
| 11/21/25 | D.A. Davidson & Co. | Maintained Buy | $130 |
| 11/21/25 | Bernstein | Maintained Buy | $122 |
| 11/21/25 | Piper Sandler | Maintained Buy | $123 |
| 11/21/25 | Wells Fargo & Co | Maintained Buy | $120 |
| 11/21/25 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $115 |
| 11/21/25 | Guggenheim | Maintained Buy | $120 |
| 11/21/25 | Baird Patrick & Co | Maintained Buy | $121 |
| 11/21/25 | Morgan Stanley | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 11/21/25 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $130 |
| 11/21/25 | BMO Capital Markets | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 11/21/25 | BTIG Research | Maintained Buy | $125 |
| 11/14/25 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $118 |
| 11/12/25 | Wells Fargo & Co | Maintained Buy | $110 |
| 11/10/25 | J.P. Morgan | Maintained Buy | $128 |
| 10/23/25 | UBS | Maintained Buy | $122 |
| 10/21/25 | Evercore | Maintained Buy | $111 |
| 10/15/25 | BTIG Research | Maintained Buy | $120 |
| 09/24/25 | Piper Sandler | Maintained Buy | $111 |
| 09/24/25 | Telsey Advisory Group | Maintained Buy | $118 |
| 09/18/25 | Wolfe Research | Maintained Buy | $129 |
| 09/17/25 | Bank of America Merrill Lynch | Maintained Buy | $125 |
Corporate Governance: WMT Insider Trading Activity & Sentiment
Insider Sentiment: Structured Liquidity & Board Accumulation
An analysis of recent SEC Form 4 filings indicates a bifurcated insider trading pattern typical of mature blue-chip equities. High-volume selling by the Walton Family Holdings Trust and C-suite executives (including CEO Douglas McMillon) primarily reflects scheduled liquidity events and estate planning executed under automated Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, rather than a lack of fundamental confidence. Conversely, a wave of systematic accumulation by independent board members and directors signals strong fiduciary alignment with shareholders and a positive long-term outlook on Walmart’s strategic valuation.
Scroll vertically to view the full ledger of recent insider transactions, including exact trade volumes and execution prices.
| Insider Name | Date | Shares Traded | Shares Held | Execution Price | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillon C Douglas | 04/22/2026 | 19,416.00 | 4,193,994.71 | $132.21 | Sell |
| Furner John R. | 04/15/2026 | 6,422.00 | 674,162.41 | $125.06 | Sell |
| Furner John R. | 04/15/2026 | 6,703.00 | 680,584.41 | $124.63 | Sell |
| Nicholas Christopher James | 04/15/2026 | 897.00 | 596,007.98 | $125.51 | Sell |
| Nicholas Christopher James | 04/15/2026 | 2,003.00 | 596,904.98 | $124.37 | Sell |
| Bartlett Daniel J | 04/14/2026 | 1,335.00 | 636,842.53 | $124.63 | Sell |
| Dallaire Seth | 04/06/2026 | 663.75 | 379,179.22 | $126.79 | Sell |
| Milum Dwayne M | 04/06/2026 | 178.26 | 49,630.65 | $126.79 | Sell |
| Watkins Latriece | 04/06/2026 | 316.79 | 131,431.53 | $126.79 | Sell |
| Nicholas Christopher James | 04/06/2026 | 120.93 | 598,907.98 | $126.79 | Sell |
| Guggina David W | 04/06/2026 | 198.33 | 146,411.17 | $126.79 | Sell |
| Mehrotra Shishir | 03/30/2026 | 213.00 | 1,286.00 | $124.28 | Buy |
| Harris Carla A | 03/30/2026 | 141.00 | 50,098.00 | $124.28 | Buy |
| Friar Sarah | 03/30/2026 | 282.00 | 59,768.55 | $124.28 | Buy |
| Moritz Robert Edward Jr. | 03/30/2026 | 231.00 | 11,750.00 | $124.28 | Buy |
| FLYNN TIMOTHY PATRICK | 03/30/2026 | 302.00 | 156,289.41 | $124.28 | Buy |
| MAYER MARISSA A | 03/30/2026 | 231.00 | 130,402.25 | $124.28 | Buy |
| Niccol Brian R | 03/30/2026 | 231.00 | 9,616.08 | $124.28 | Buy |
| STEPHENSON RANDALL L | 03/30/2026 | 382.00 | 63,798.56 | $124.28 | Buy |
| Penner Gregory Boyd | 03/30/2026 | 458.00 | 258,819.33 | $124.28 | Buy |
| McMillon C Douglas | 03/25/2026 | 19,416.00 | 4,213,405.58 | $123.16 | Sell |
| Walton Family Holdings Trust | 03/24/2026 | 1,069,299.00 | 515,434,920.00 | $122.71 | Sell |
| Walton Family Holdings Trust | 03/24/2026 | 1,910,464.00 | 513,524,456.00 | $123.11 | Sell |
| Walton Family Holdings Trust | 03/23/2026 | 299,237.00 | 516,504,219.00 | $122.33 | Sell |
| Furner John R. | 03/18/2026 | 13,125.00 | 687,286.95 | $121.96 | Sell |
* Source: SEC Form 4 Filings. This ledger excludes options grants and focuses exclusively on open-market or structured liquidity transactions.
Walmart Revenue Estimates
Quantitative modeling of Walmart’s financial trajectory through 2031 indicates compounding top-line growth and expanding free cash flow, driven by supply chain automation and scaling e-commerce margins. Scroll vertically to explore all 27 projected metrics.
| Metric (Projected) | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 748,603 | 784,163 | 823,397 | 850,077 | 886,507 |
| Dividend | 0.97 | 1.04 | 1.06 | – | – |
| Dividend Yield (in %) | 0.76 % | 0.81 % | 0.83 % | – | – |
| EPS | 2.91 | 3.28 | 3.71 | 3.74 | 4.05 |
| P/E Ratio | 43.81 | 38.96 | 34.35 | 34.15 | 31.53 |
| EBIT | 33,924 | 37,618 | 41,794 | 41,729 | 44,640 |
| EBITDA | 49,248 | 53,945 | 59,083 | 59,569 | 63,332 |
| Net Profit | 23,249 | 26,066 | 29,078 | 29,309 | 31,495 |
| Net Profit Adjusted | 23,287 | 26,079 | 29,078 | 29,309 | 31,495 |
| Pre-Tax Profit | 31,185 | 34,933 | 39,348 | 38,962 | 41,771 |
| Pre-Tax Profit Reported | 31,712 | 35,228 | 40,157 | – | – |
| EPS (Non-GAAP) ex. SOE | 2.91 | 3.28 | 3.71 | 3.74 | 4.05 |
| EPS (GAAP) | 2.90 | 3.26 | 3.71 | 3.95 | 4.36 |
| Gross Income | 182,860 | 192,933 | 204,936 | 209,098 | 219,663 |
| Cash Flow from Investing | -24,654 | -26,133 | -26,547 | -27,012 | -27,388 |
| Cash Flow from Operations | 40,971 | 44,799 | 50,073 | 48,377 | 51,639 |
| Cash Flow from Financing | -14,463 | -15,781 | -17,410 | -20,014 | -20,260 |
| Cash Flow per Share | 5.08 | 5.60 | 6.20 | – | – |
| Free Cash Flow | 14,190 | 18,083 | 20,636 | 23,856 | 25,835 |
| Free Cash Flow per Share | 1.58 | 1.91 | 2.33 | – | – |
| Book Value per Share | 13.99 | 15.45 | 16.58 | – | – |
| Net Debt | 48,381 | 48,523 | 46,464 | – | – |
| Research & Development Exp. | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Capital Expenditure | 25,619 | 26,537 | 27,374 | 27,099 | 27,713 |
| Selling, General & Admin. Exp. | 153,825 | 160,730 | 166,994 | 170,672 | 178,019 |
| Shareholder’s Equity | 112,185 | 122,632 | 130,140 | 138,928 | 150,143 |
| Total Assets | 296,705 | 309,616 | 320,548 | 334,025 | 349,489 |
* Institutional Estimates in Million USD (e.g. Revenue) or per share (e.g. EPS). Source: FactSet / Analyst Consensus.
Income Statement Review
A comprehensive retrospective of Walmart’s income generation. This 7-year fiscal analysis highlights the company’s resilient top-line revenue growth and consistent profitability scaling, even during periods of macroeconomic volatility.
| Income Summary (Mio. USD) | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 713,163.00 | 680,985.00 | 648,125.00 | 611,289.00 | 572,754.00 | 559,151.00 | 523,964.00 |
| Change of sales in % | 4.73 | 5.07 | 6.03 | 6.73 | 2.43 | 6.72 | 1.86 |
| Gross profit on sales | 163,565.00 | 169,232.00 | 157,983.00 | 147,568.00 | 143,754.00 | 138,836.00 | 129,359.00 |
| Gross profit change in % | -3.35 | 7.12 | 7.06 | 2.65 | 3.54 | 7.33 | 0.20 |
| Operating income | 29,825.00 | 29,348.00 | 27,012.00 | 24,528.00 | 28,442.00 | 26,948.00 | 21,468.00 |
| Operating income change in % | 1.63 | 8.65 | 10.13 | -13.76 | 5.54 | 25.53 | -2.23 |
| Income before tax | 29,469.00 | 26,309.00 | 21,848.00 | 17,016.00 | 18,696.00 | 20,564.00 | 20,116.00 |
| Income before tax change in % | 12.01 | 20.42 | 28.40 | -8.99 | -9.08 | 2.23 | 75.53 |
| Income after tax (Net Profit) | 21,893.00 | 19,436.00 | 15,511.00 | 11,680.00 | 13,673.00 | 13,510.00 | 14,881.00 |
| Income after tax change in % | 12.64 | 25.30 | 32.80 | -14.58 | 1.21 | -9.21 | 123.10 |
* All figures in Millions of USD. Data reflects historical annual performance from 2020 to 2026.
Walmart Balance Sheet
A granular examination of Walmart’s capital structure and asset base over a 7-year timeline. This data highlights the company’s elite balance sheet management, showcasing steady equity growth and optimized leverage capabilities suitable for a defensive portfolio.
| Balance Sheet (Mio. USD) | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total liabilities | 178,488.00 | 163,131.00 | 161,828.00 | 159,206.00 | 152,969.00 | 164,965.00 | 154,943.00 |
| Long-term liabilities per share | 8.91 | 8.29 | 8.62 | 8.29 | 7.92 | 8.55 | 9.08 |
| Equity | 106,180.00 | 97,692.00 | 90,571.00 | 83,991.00 | 91,891.00 | 87,531.00 | 81,552.00 |
| Equity change in % | 9.45 | 8.53 | 9.35 | -7.88 | 2.88 | 8.38 | 3.00 |
| Balance sheet total | 284,668.00 | 260,823.00 | 252,399.00 | 243,197.00 | 244,860.00 | 252,496.00 | 236,495.00 |
| Balance sheet total change in % | 9.14 | 3.34 | 3.78 | -0.68 | -3.02 | – | – |
* All figures in Millions of USD. Balance sheet totals reflect the company’s financial position at year-end.
Valuation Metrics
A detailed breakdown of Walmart’s core valuation multiples and capital efficiency ratios. This historical data track emphasizes WMT’s robust shareholder yield and highly disciplined debt-to-equity management within the consumer staples sector.
| Key Financial Metrics (USD) | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sales per share | 88.90 | 84.27 | 79.94 | 74.53 | 68.06 | 65.47 | 60.90 |
| P/E ratio (basic EPS) | 43.66 | 40.81 | 28.79 | 33.68 | 28.68 | 29.61 | 22.07 |
| P/E ratio (diluted EPS) | 43.66 | 40.81 | 28.79 | 33.68 | 28.68 | 29.61 | 22.07 |
| Dividend yield in % | 0.79 | 0.85 | 1.38 | 1.56 | 1.57 | 1.54 | 1.85 |
| Equity ratio in % | 37.30 | 37.46 | 35.88 | 34.54 | 37.53 | 34.67 | 34.48 |
| Debt ratio in % | 62.70 | 62.54 | 64.12 | 65.46 | 62.47 | 65.33 | 65.52 |
* Source: Verified Corporate Filings. Valuations are based on year-end quotes and trailing twelve months (TTM) fundamental data.
Walmart Dividend Calendar
Income Sentiment: A Premier Dividend Aristocrat
As a foundational member of the prestigious Dividend Aristocrats index, Walmart boasts a multi-decade track record of consecutive annual dividend increases. This unbroken streak of disciplined capital allocation underscores the company’s unparalleled cash flow generation and defensive economic moat. For income-focused investors and wealth managers, this extensive historical dividend ledger highlights the compounding power of yield on cost, establishing WMT as a cornerstone asset for conservative, income-generating retirement portfolios.
Scroll vertically to explore nearly three decades of Walmart’s historical dividend payments and yield fluctuations.
| Payment Year | Dividend Paid | Annual Yield | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.94 | 0.79% | USD |
| 2025 | 0.83 | 0.85% | USD |
| 2024 | 0.76 | 1.38% | USD |
| 2023 | 0.75 | 1.56% | USD |
| 2022 | 0.73 | 1.57% | USD |
| 2021 | 0.72 | 1.54% | USD |
| 2020 | 0.71 | 1.85% | USD |
| 2019 | 0.69 | 2.17% | USD |
| 2018 | 0.68 | 1.91% | USD |
| 2017 | 0.67 | 3.00% | USD |
| 2016 | 0.65 | 2.95% | USD |
| 2015 | 0.64 | 2.26% | USD |
| 2014 | 0.63 | 2.52% | USD |
| 2013 | 1.59 | 2.27% | USD |
| 2012 | 1.46 | 2.38% | USD |
| 2011 | 1.21 | 2.16% | USD |
| 2010 | 1.09 | 2.04% | USD |
| 2009 | 0.95 | 2.02% | USD |
| 2008 | 0.88 | 1.73% | USD |
| 2007 | 0.67 | 1.40% | USD |
| 2006 | 0.60 | 1.30% | USD |
| 2005 | 0.52 | 0.99% | USD |
| 2004 | 0.36 | 0.67% | USD |
| 2003 | 0.30 | 0.47% | USD |
| 2002 | 0.28 | 0.47% | USD |
| 2001 | 0.24 | 0.42% | USD |
| 2000 | 0.20 | 0.37% | USD |
| 1999 | 0.16 | – | USD |
* Dividend payouts are denoted in USD. Yield is calculated based on the respective end-of-year market capitalization.
Walmart Upcoming Earnings
Market Catalyst: The Ultimate Macroeconomic Bellwether
Due to its unparalleled scale, Walmart’s quarterly fiscal disclosures serve as a definitive macroeconomic bellwether for consumer spending health and inflation dynamics. Institutional investors closely scrutinize these scheduled events for management’s forward guidance and margins updates. Tracking this corporate roadmap empowers active traders to position portfolios ahead of anticipated earnings volatility, while allowing long-term investors to evaluate fundamental execution against consensus Wall Street EPS estimates.
Scroll vertically to review upcoming quarterly earnings releases and shareholder meetings.
| Event Type | Fiscal Period / Details | Consensus EPS Estimate | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Report | Q1 2027 Earnings Release | 0.658 USD | 05/21/2026 |
| Annual General Meeting | Shareholder Meeting | 2.730 USD | 06/04/2026 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2027 Earnings Release | 0.748 USD | 08/20/2026 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2027 Earnings Release | 0.687 USD | 11/19/2026 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2027 Earnings Release | 0.812 USD | 02/18/2027 |
| Earnings Report | Q1 2028 Earnings Release | 0.747 USD | 05/20/2027 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2028 Earnings Release | 0.840 USD | 08/17/2027 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2028 Earnings Release | 0.781 USD | 11/16/2027 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2028 Earnings Release | – | 02/22/2028 |
* Note: Walmart’s fiscal year typically ends in January. Fiscal year reporting dates correspond to the calendar schedule provided above.
Walmart Past Corporate Events
Fundamental Consistency & Earnings Surprises
A retrospective analysis of Walmart’s past corporate events highlights the retailer’s operational resilience. Reviewing historical Actual EPS figures against previous Wall Street estimates allows institutional analysts to gauge management’s historical execution and identify patterns of earnings surprises. Despite occasional macroeconomic headwinds affecting specific quarters, this historical ledger demonstrates WMT’s robust fundamental consistency and ability to generate value across varying retail cycles.
Scroll vertically to review the exhaustive history of Walmart’s past earnings reports and actual EPS delivery.
| Event Type | Fiscal Period / Details | Actual EPS | Execution Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Report | Q4 2026 Earnings Release | 0.530 USD | 02/19/2026 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2026 Earnings Release | 0.770 USD | 11/20/2025 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2026 Earnings Release | 0.880 USD | 08/21/2025 |
| Annual General Meeting | Annual General Meeting | 2.410 USD | 06/05/2025 |
| Earnings Report | Q1 2026 Earnings Release | 0.560 USD | 05/15/2025 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2025 Earnings Release | 0.650 USD | 02/20/2025 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2025 Earnings Release | 0.570 USD | 11/19/2024 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2025 Earnings Release | 0.560 USD | 08/15/2024 |
| Annual General Meeting | Annual General Meeting | 1.910 USD | 06/05/2024 |
| Earnings Report | Q1 2025 Earnings Release | 0.630 USD | 05/16/2024 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2024 Earnings Release | 0.677 USD | 02/20/2024 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2024 Earnings Release | 0.057 USD | 11/16/2023 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2024 Earnings Release | 0.973 USD | 08/17/2023 |
| Annual General Meeting | Annual General Meeting | 1.423 USD | 05/31/2023 |
| Earnings Report | Q1 2024 Earnings Release | 0.207 USD | 05/18/2023 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2023 Earnings Release | 0.773 USD | 02/21/2023 |
| Earnings Report | Q3 2023 Earnings Release | -0.220 USD | 11/15/2022 |
| Earnings Report | Q2 2023 Earnings Release | 0.627 USD | 08/16/2022 |
| Annual General Meeting | Annual General Meeting | 1.623 USD | 06/01/2022 |
| Earnings Report | Q1 2023 Earnings Release | 0.247 USD | 05/17/2022 |
| Earnings Report | Q4 2022 Earnings Release | 0.427 USD | 02/17/2022 |
* Institutional Note: Actual EPS figures reflect reported quarterly and annual earnings per share data as filed.
Walmart Stock Index Membership
As a mega-cap blue-chip equity, Walmart holds foundational weightings across the world’s most tracked indices, guaranteeing continuous liquidity and passive capital inflows from global ETF allocations.
| Major Stock Index | Status | Inclusion Date | Role / Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones Industrial Average | Active Component | Mar 17, 1997 | A foundational defensive retail pillar within the price-weighted index. |
| S&P 500 | Active Component | Legacy | A heavily weighted mega-cap component driving the consumer staples sector. |
| S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats | Active Component | Ongoing | Inclusion mandated by over 50 consecutive years of annual dividend increases. |
| S&P 100 | Active Component | Ongoing | Represents the blue-chip, mega-cap echelon of the U.S. equity market. |
| Russell 1000 Value Index | Active Component | Ongoing | A primary anchor holding for institutional value-oriented portfolios. |
| MSCI USA Index | Active Component | Ongoing | Standard equity benchmark utilized for global institutional asset allocation. |
Largest ETFs & Institutional Funds
| Fund / ETF Name | Ticker | Weight (%) | Value (Billion USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Consumer Staples ETF | VDC | 15.71% | 1.45 |
| Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR | XLP | 12.31% | 1.80 |
| Vanguard Value ETF | VTV | 2.23% | 5.03 |
| Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | VOO | 0.97% | 13.87 |
| SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust | SPY | 0.95% | 6.88 |
Top Institutional Shareholders
* Data based on the latest 13F and 13G institutional filings via SEC. Institutional ownership percentage is structurally lower for WMT due to the Walton Family (Walton Enterprises, LLC & Walton Family Holdings Trust) retaining a controlling stake of nearly 45% of total outstanding shares. ETF weights are approximate and adjust with daily market action.
Walmart Market Capitalization
Scroll vertically to review Walmart’s historical year-end market valuations and annual growth rates.
| Year (End of Period) | Market Cap (Trillion USD) | Annual Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (Current YTD) | 1.04 | +16.6% |
| 2025 | 0.89 | +22.3% |
| 2024 | 0.73 | +71.0% |
| 2023 | 0.42 | +10.9% |
| 2022 | 0.38 | -4.7% |
| 2021 | 0.40 | -1.2% |
| 2020 | 0.41 | +20.0% |
| 2019 | 0.34 | +25.6% |
| 2018 | 0.27 | – |
* Figures are rounded to the nearest ten billion for clarity (e.g., 0.89 Trillion = $890 Billion). Percentages reflect year-over-year changes in market valuation as of December 31st of each calendar year.
Walmart History
Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is an undisputed global retail titan that revolutionized supply chain logistics and brick-and-mortar commerce. Founded by Sam Walton in 1962, the company evolved from a single discount store in Arkansas into the world’s largest company by revenue, consistently dominating the top spot on the Fortune 500 list. Today, Walmart is a heavily diversified omnichannel ecosystem, blending thousands of physical Supercenters with a rapidly scaling e-commerce infrastructure, digital advertising (Walmart Connect), and financial services.
Key Milestones in Walmart’s Evolution:
- 1962: Sam Walton opens the first Walmart Discount City store in Rogers, Arkansas, prioritizing low prices and exceptional supply chain efficiency.
- 1970: Walmart goes public on October 1, trading over-the-counter before moving to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in 1972.
- 1988: The first Walmart Supercenter opens in Washington, Missouri, pioneering the hypermarket format by combining a full grocery supermarket with general merchandise.
- 2000: The launch of Walmart.com, marking the company’s foundational entry into the digital e-commerce space.
- 2016–2018: Walmart aggressively pivots to omnichannel dominance by acquiring Jet.com ($3.3B) and securing a 77% majority stake in India’s e-commerce giant, Flipkart ($16B).
- 2020: Launch of Walmart+, a premier membership program offering unlimited free delivery, fuel discounts, and streaming, directly competing in the retail subscription economy.
- 2024: The company executes a historic 3-for-1 stock split to increase liquidity for retail investors, simultaneously integrating advanced AI and generative search across its digital platforms.
With a global workforce of approximately 2.1 million associates, Walmart is the largest private employer in the world. The company continues to pioneer next-generation retail through automated fulfillment centers, last-mile drone delivery logistics, and expanding its high-margin advertising network, solidifying its “Save Money. Live Better” ethos for the digital age.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Walmart (WMT) pay dividends?
Yes, Walmart is a renowned Dividend Aristocrat. The company has consistently paid and increased its annual cash dividend for over 50 consecutive years. This remarkable track record of capital return makes WMT a highly sought-after cornerstone equity for income-oriented and defensive portfolios.
What drives Walmart’s profit margin expansion?
While physical retail Supercenters generate the vast majority of top-line revenue, Walmart’s margin expansion is increasingly driven by its high-growth digital ventures. Critical growth vectors include Walmart Connect (its booming digital advertising business), highly automated third-party fulfillment services, and recurring revenues stemming from the Walmart+ membership ecosystem.
Did Walmart execute a recent stock split?
Yes, in February 2024, Walmart executed a 3-for-1 stock split. This strategic corporate action was implemented to lower the nominal share price, thereby optimizing purchasing accessibility for retail investors and allowing a broader base of corporate associates to participate in the company’s internal stock purchase programs.
How is Walmart integrating AI and robotics?
Walmart deploys advanced robotics and automated storage/retrieval systems across its massive distribution network to streamline fulfillment and drastically reduce supply chain costs. Furthermore, the company leverages generative AI to power conversational search within its consumer application, offering highly personalized shopping curation and robust predictive inventory forecasting.
Who is the largest shareholder of Walmart?
The Walton family retains significant controlling interest through entities such as Walton Enterprises, LLC and the Walton Family Holdings Trust. Collectively, the founding family holds roughly 45% of the total outstanding shares, which structurally lowers the free-float available to institutional funds compared to other mega-cap corporations.