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Walmart Inc., which removed “Stores” from its name in 2018, has evolved from just being a traditional brick-and-mortar retailer into an omnichannel player. In this regard, acquisitions of Jet.com, Bonobos, Moosejaw and Parcel, partnership with JD.com and Lord and Taylor, and investment in online e-commerce platform Flipkart are noteworthy. These position the company to keep pace with the changing retail ecosystem and stay firm in the presence of rivals like Amazon and Target. Markedly, Walmart’s product offerings include almost everything from grocery to cosmetics, electronics to stationery, home furnishings to health and wellness products, and apparel to entertainment products, to name a few. The company operates as Walmart in the United States (its largest segment), including the 50 states, Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico. Its International segment (second largest) operated businesses in 26 countries as of Jan 31, 2019. Apart from United States, Walmart has operations in Argentina, Canada, Chile, China, India, Japan, Mexico, United Kingdom, Africa and Central America. The company operates in Mexico as Walmex, in the U.K. as Asda, in Japan as Seiyu, and in India as Best Price.
The Best Sports Apparel Stocks to Buy Right Now
by Benjamin Rains
Welcome to the latest episode of the Full-Court Finance podcast from Zacks Investment Research where Associate Stock Strategist Ben Rains dives into some of the best sports and athletic apparel stocks to buy right now with consumer confidence soaring and holiday season shopping set to jump.
Walmart Sharpens Digital Edge, Plans to Enhance Vudu Services
by Zacks Equity Research
Sources reveal that Walmart (WMT) is planning to team up with MGM to produce exclusive content for Vudu.
Will Walmart's Vudu Heat up the Streaming Game?
by Ritujay Ghosh
Walmart's video streaming plans are not only to boost Vudu's monthly membership but also to capture the expanding online streaming market.
3 Retail Stocks to Buy With 2018 Holiday Shopping Sales Set to Jump
by Benjamin Rains
Consumer confidence neared an 18-year high last month. Now it looks like the 2018 holiday shopping season is shaping up to be a big one. So, let's dive into three retailers that seem like strong buys right now that might also get a boost from a rise in holiday season spending.
Trade Deals, Chip Hacks, & Pay Raises: What Investors Should Know
by Ryan McQueeney
Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the stock market's top stories of the week, including the USMCA trade deal, a reported hardware hack affecting Apple and Amazon, and major hourly pay raises coming to the retail sector.
GE Aids Walmart's Gigaton Program & Takes More Initiatives
by Zacks Equity Research
General Electric (GE) backs Walmart's sustainability efforts by supplying its LED products. The company will help open a hospital command center in Europe and roll out a new Accelerator.
Walmart Likely to Gain From Sturdy Comps Run Amid Margin Woes
by Zacks Equity Research
Walmart has been gaining from its sturdy comps record, which is driven by its constant expansion efforts and splendid e-commerce performance.
Dow 30 Stock Roundup: Boeing Wins $9.2B Pilot Training Deal, Intel Keeps '18 View
by Swarup Gupta
The index advanced strongly this week before suffering a sharp decline on Thursday.
Costco (COST) Q4 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates, Up Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
Costco's (COST) Q4 results benefit from consistent growth in comps, fueled by sturdy e-commerce sales.
Is Target (TGT) Stock a Must Buy Ahead of the Holiday Shopping Season?
by Benjamin Rains
Target (TGT) stock is in the midst of a year-long resurgence that has seen the retail powerhouse regain some of its mojo as it fights to secure its future through new store formats, delivery, and e-commerce. Now, it seems like it might be time to buy Target stock as we enter the vital holiday shopping period.
Will a Barnes & Noble (BKS) Sale Make Any Difference in the Company's Future?
by Nimah Quadri
Recently, Barnes & Noble (BKS) announced that it would enter into a formal review process to evaluate possible strategic alternatives for the company. What does this mean for the company's future?
Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Amazon, WalMart, Target and Costco
by Zacks Equity Research
Zacks Investment Ideas feature highlights: Amazon, WalMart, Target and Costco
Retailers Stand to Make a Killing This Year's Holiday Season
by Zacks Equity Research
Retailers are upbeat about the season with Americans looking more confident on the back of improving employment scene.
Target Expedites Same-Day Delivery, Expands to Inland Empire
by Zacks Equity Research
Target's (TGT) launch of same-day delivery of groceries, electronics, toys and other product assortments in Southern California, through Shipt, is likely to generate higher revenues.
Kroger-Walgreens Tie Up, Enables Grocery Delivery at Pharmacy
by Zacks Equity Research
Kroger (KR) also informed that customers visiting the drug retailer's stores can also shop from its popular 'Our Brands' grocery range.
Walmart to Foray Into Plus-Sized Arena With Eloquii Deal
by Zacks Equity Research
Walmart (WMT) to acquire Eloquii, which will enhance the company's online presence.
Amazon Hikes Minimum Hourly Wage to $15, Encourages Workers
by Zacks Equity Research
Amazon (AMZN) plans to raise the minimum wage of its U.S. employees to $15 an hour.
Amazon Raises its Minimum Wage to $15/hour
by David Borun
Will other large retailers be forced to follow suit in a tight labor market?
Futures Dipping Slightly In The Red This Morning
by Zacks Equity Research
Futures Dipping Slightly In The Red This Morning
Markets Take a Break Before New Jobs Numbers
by Mark Vickery
Tomorrow we get the ADP (ADP) private-sector payroll totals for the month of September, followed on Friday with the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs numbers.
Microsoft Azure to Aid Volkswagen Craft Cloud Connected Cars
by Zacks Equity Research
Microsoft (MSFT) Azure cloud, Edge and IoT capabilities will assist Volkswagen to enhance its Automotive Cloud platform.
Amazon Unveils Bed-in-Box Mattress, Gains Competitive Edge
by Zacks Equity Research
Amazon (AMZN) makes its foray into the growing mattress market with the launch of AmazonBasics foam bed-in-box mattress.
Should You Buy Costco (COST) Stock Ahead of Q4 Earnings?
by Benjamin Rains
Costco (COST) shares have climbed over 12% during the last three months as the big-box retail powerhouse continues to impress with its e-commerce push and strong overall sales growth. So, should investors consider buying Costco stock ahead of the firm's Q4 earnings release Thursday?
Target's (TGT) Omni-channel & Restock Program to Fuel Sales
by Zacks Equity Research
Targets (TGT) made significant headway further in the same-day delivery race by acquiring Internet-based grocery delivery service Shipt
Walmart (WMT) Stock Moves -0.23%: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
Walmart (WMT) closed at $93.91 in the latest trading session, marking a -0.23% move from the prior day.