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Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.

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달러 제너럴(NYSE:DG)은 대형 소매업체인 월마트(NYSE:WMT)와 아마존닷컴(NASDAQ:AMZN)이 공격적으로 가격을 인하함에 따라 인플레이션에 지친 소비자를 다시 되찾기 위해 여러 가지 휴일 세일 프로모션을 시작했다.

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아마존이 프라임 회원들을 위한 새로운 주유 할인 혜택을 제공하고, 2025년에는 전기차(EV) 운전자를 위한 충전 비용 절감 혜택을 제공할 예정이다. 아마존닷컴(NASDAQ:AMZN)은 소비자들이 아마존 프라임 멤버십 프로그램에 가입하도록 유도하기 위해 또 다른 이유를 추가했다. 이는 아마존이 소매업체인 월마트(NYSE:WMT)와 구독자 유치 경쟁을 강화하는 가운데 이루어진 일이다.

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<a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/walmart-other-us-retailers-import-fewer-christmas-goods-ahead-tepid-holiday-2024-11-05/">https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/walmart-other-us-retailers-import-fewer-christmas-goods-ahead-tepid-holiday-2024-11-05/</a>
<ul>
<li>Walmart imports 340,000 kilos of Christmas goods, down from 1.9 million kilos in 2022</li>
<li>Retailers predict smaller sales increase due to stretched consumer budgets</li>
<li>U.S. companies import 22% less Christmas goods by weight compared with 2022</li>
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Nov 5 (Reuters) - Santa Claus is not delivering as many Christmas trees, toys and decorations to the United States this year as in recent years, import data shows, with retailers including Walmart <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/WMT.N">(WMT.N), opens new tab</a> bringing in less holiday product ahead of what is expected to be a so-so holiday season.
Walmart, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/walmart-hikes-annual-profit-forecast-steady-demand-2024-08-15/">the world's biggest retailer</a>, has slashed Christmas imports deeply, shipping at least 340,000 kilos of products described as "Christmas" goods into the U.S. in the 12 months ending Sept. 30, according to U.S. import data provided exclusively to Reuters by ImportYeti.
The retailer shipped in almost three times more product, at least 980,000 kilos, in the prior 12 months through Sept. 30, 2023, the import data shows. In the same 12 months of 2022, Walmart imported more than 1.9 million kilos of Christmas products, from reindeer ornaments to Grinch plush toys.
A Walmart spokesperson said that bill of lading data "only paints a partial picture of what we source due to the exclusion of data from marketplace, national brands, and domestic importer data for private brands, among other things." The retailer's executives will provide their holiday season outlook when the company reports third-quarter results on Nov. 19.
Walmart investor Sizemore Capital Management said Walmart routinely scrutinizes data on shoppers' spending patterns, including credit-card data. "They have done the research on their consumer. And what they have concluded is that the holiday season is not going to be as strong," said Charles Sizemore, chief investment officer at the firm.
Although the holiday-product import data does not count electronics, clothing or other general merchandise, what it shows "is pretty obvious," he added. "If Walmart is ordering less, they are expecting sales to be tepid."
Retailers are "predicting a smaller sales increase this holiday than we saw last year," said Gerald Storch, retail consultant and former Target <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/TGT.N">(TGT.N), opens new tab</a> vice chairman and ex-CEO of Hudson's Bay.
"Consumers are stretched with less money left for discretionary purchases," he said. While total U.S. consumer spending is up, "some commentators keep confusing total consumer spending (including necessities like housing or healthcare) with discretionary spending."
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U.S. retail sales <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-retail-sales-increase-solidly-september-2024-10-17/">increased in September</a>, supporting the view that the economy maintained a strong growth pace in the third quarter.
D.A. Davidson analyst Linda Bolton Weiser said the consumer environment this year is "far from robust" and that Walmart's average price point for toys is at $40.16 this season, 10% lower than last year.
All U.S. companies - including retailers Walmart, Dollar General <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/DG.N">(DG.N), opens new tab</a> and other stores - shipped in about the same amount of Christmas-related products by weight this year as in 2023, and at least 20% less by weight versus 2022, according to ImportYeti.
In the 12 months to Sept. 30, 2024, U.S. companies imported about 141 million kilos' worth of product described as "Christmas" items in bills of lading - filings that companies must submit when imports are brought in to the country.
In the same period in 2022, companies imported about 180 million kilos of Christmas goods, or 22% more than this year.
The U.S. National Retail Federation, which is chaired by Walmart's top U.S. executive, John Furner, said in October that <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-holiday-sales-grow-slowest-pace-since-2018-report-says-2024-09-12/">holiday spending</a> in the last two months of the year was expected to grow by only 2.5-3.5% versus last year, the slowest rate of growth since 2018 when holiday sales rose 1.8%. U.S. retailers are also expected to <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/us-retailer-holiday-hiring-set-be-lower-than-last-year-2024-09-17/">hire fewer</a> seasonal workers during the holiday months than last year.
Retailers typically order Christmas imports several months in advance and they arrive in the United States through the year.
Major retailers including Walmart want to avoid being stuck with <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-retailers-stuck-with-excess-stock-offer-bargains-holiday-season-nears-2023-11-13/">excess merchandise</a> as happened during the two most recent holiday periods. Having too much inventory is an extremely costly scenario that is perceived as bad news by investors in retail companies.
Retailers, which typically purchase merchandise wholesale from third-party vendors and suppliers, "remain cautious with their ordering to maintain lean inventories and not have to clear excess goods through incremental discounting," said Dana Telsey, an analyst at Telsey Advisory Group.
To be sure, import filings reflect only what retailers are bringing in to the U.S. Retailers also source merchandise from local vendors and domestic importers.
Craig Johnson, president of retail consultancy Customer Growth Partners, said it was difficult to draw conclusions from the holiday merchandise import data. "Fewer Christmas decoration and toy imports does not necessarily imply a slow season," Johnson said. He expects U.S. holiday sales to rise 4% this year, a slower pace than last year's 4.1% sales growth.

Reported Earlier, "Walmart, Other US Retailers Import Fewer Christmas Goods Ahead Of Tepid Holiday Season" - Reuters News

<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-05/walmart-s-wmt-antidote-to-locked-up-products-a-key-on-your-phone">https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-05/walmart-s-wmt-antidote-to-locked-up-products-a-key-on-your-phone</a>
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Walmart Inc. is testing technology in stores that would let people open security locks for products from their cellphones, a bid to protect against theft without hindering sales.&nbsp;

'Walmart's Antidote To Locked Up-Products: A Key On Your Phone; Some Staff Can Use Mobile Devices To Unlock Display Cases; Technology Could Be Offered To Walmart+ Loyalty Members' - Bloomberg News

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in WMT usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 15 extraordinary options activities for Walmart. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 66% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 10 are puts, totaling $613,497, and 5 are calls, amounting to $341,808.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $72.5 to $100.0 for Walmart over the recent three months. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Walmart's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Walmart's whale activity within a strike price range from $72.5 to $100.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Walmart Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730735160_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$2.15</td>
<td>$2.13</td>
<td>$2.13</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$120.1K</td>
<td>774</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">748</td>
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<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$13.05</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$73.33</td>
<td>$115.7K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">88</td>
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<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$6.4</td>
<td>$6.1</td>
<td>$6.3</td>
<td>$82.50</td>
<td>$107.7K</td>
<td>99</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">173</td>
</tr>
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<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.2</td>
<td>$13.05</td>
<td>$13.15</td>
<td>$73.33</td>
<td>$106.5K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">169</td>
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<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$79.2K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">357</td>
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<h3>About Walmart</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Where Is Walmart Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,739,964, with WMT's price up by 0.52%, positioned at $82.62.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 15 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Walmart</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $90.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc persists with their Overweight rating on Walmart, maintaining a target price of $87. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Guggenheim has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $90. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $95. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Keybanc keeps a Overweight rating on Walmart with a target price of $86. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from UBS continues to hold a Buy rating for Walmart, targeting a price of $92. 
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Wells Fargo analyst Edward Kelly maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $88 to $90.

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Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Walmart, Raises Price Target to $90

A week before the U.S. presidential election, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen reiterated her arguments for the strength of the U.S. economy <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports-betting/24/10/41589659/trump-vs-harris-state-by-state-2024-election-betting-odds-which-candidate-is-favored-to-wi">under the Biden administration.</a> 
&#8220;When President Biden and Vice President Harris took office, thousands of Americans were dying each day from COVID-19. The unemployment rate was 50 percent higher than it is now,&#8221; Yellen said at the American Bankers Association event.  
&#8220;Today, by contrast, the U.S. economy is strong,&#8221; she added. &#8220;We've seen robust economic growth, bolstered by solid consumer spending and business investment, even while inflation has come down significantly from its peak.&#8221;
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Higher Cost of Living: While the cost of living has increased, wages are rising faster than the cost of goods, Yellen explained.
"The typical American <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/03/37899126/consumers-in-great-shape-despite-or-because-of-higher-interest-rates-those-with-cash-are-rewarded">can afford more goods</a> and services than before the pandemic. And Americans are starting new businesses at a record rate, reflecting optimism about the economy,&#8221; she said.
American voters in so-called battleground states <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40301432/kamala-harris-surges-ahead-of-trump-in-key-states-young-americans-bank-on-harris-for-economic-reviva">do not appear as optimistic</a> and lean toward Republican Donald Trump, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41312782/trumps-economic-policies-expected-to-drive-inflation-and-deficits-higher-than-harris-economists-say">despite economists&#8217; warnings</a>. 
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 61% of voters in battleground states say the economy is on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/politics/24/09/40861372/trump-says-no-federal-rates-cuts-before-2024-election-republican-congress-members-say-the-time-i">wrong track</a>. About 68% say the same about the cost of living. 
As the cost of living rises, American consumers have become increasingly focused on value and affordability. Mega-retailers, Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), are aggressively lowering prices on groceries and household necessities and drawing more mid- and high-income customers than ever before. 
Dollar stores, including Dollar General Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DG#NYSE">DG</a>) and Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DLTR#NASDAQ">DLTR</a>), are reeling from the increased competition in the discount and affordable goods space. Both companies have reported a drop in foot-traffic and sales as the larger stores' focus on value has eroded their customer bases. 
Election Day Approaches: As the close of voting approaches, Yellen&#8217;s statements serve to reinforce the Biden administration&#8217;s economic narrative of recovery, growth and the importance of maintaining current policies for continued economic stability.
The Treasury Secretary warned that &#8220;deviating from our current course could jeopardize our economic trajectory."&nbsp;
Voters will express their views on the state of the economy and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41593510/economist-justin-wolfers-challenges-jd-vances-inflation-promise-couldnt-find-a-single-economist-who"> other issues</a> when ballots are counted in the U.S. presidential election on Nov. 5. 
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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is essential for investors and industry enthusiasts to thoroughly analyze companies. In this article, we will conduct a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) against its key competitors in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. By examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Walmart Background</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
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<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
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<td>Walmart Inc</td>
<td>43.10</td>
<td>7.88</td>
<td>1.01</td>
<td>5.43%</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$42.52</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
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<td>Costco Wholesale Corp</td>
<td>53.80</td>
<td>16.71</td>
<td>1.56</td>
<td>10.37%</td>
<td>$3.87</td>
<td>$10.11</td>
<td>0.96%</td>
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<td>Target Corp</td>
<td>15.42</td>
<td>4.77</td>
<td>0.64</td>
<td>8.43%</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>2.74%</td>
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<td>Dollar General Corp</td>
<td>12.61</td>
<td>2.46</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>5.25%</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$3.06</td>
<td>4.23%</td>
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<td>BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc</td>
<td>21.55</td>
<td>6.84</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>9.11%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>4.87%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Pricesmart Inc</td>
<td>22.18</td>
<td>2.55</td>
<td>0.57</td>
<td>2.96%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>12.11%</td>
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<tr>
<td>Sendas Distribuidora SA</td>
<td>15.17</td>
<td>2.09</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>2.58%</td>
<td>$1.34</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>11.81%</td>
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<tr>
<td>Almacenes Exito SA</td>
<td>98.63</td>
<td>0.46</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>-0.29%</td>
<td>$303.29</td>
<td>$1299.7</td>
<td>-0.86%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>34.19</td>
<td>5.13</td>
<td>0.58</td>
<td>5.49%</td>
<td>$44.58</td>
<td>$189.23</td>
<td>5.12%</td>
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 </style>Through a meticulous analysis of Walmart, we can observe the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
At 43.1, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio significantly exceeds the industry average by 1.26x, suggesting a premium valuation relative to industry peers.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 7.88, which is 1.54x the industry average, Walmart might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 1.01, which is 1.74x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
With a Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.43% that is 0.06% below the industry average, it appears that the company exhibits potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $10.1 Billion, which is 0.23x below the industry average, the company may face lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
With lower gross profit of $42.52 Billion, which indicates 0.22x below the industry average, the company may experience lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 4.77% is significantly lower compared to the industry average of 5.12%. This indicates a potential fall in the company's sales performance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730214046_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a key indicator of a company's financial health and its reliance on debt financing.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Walmart can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
<ul>
<li>
Walmart has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The high P/E, P/B, and P/S ratios of Walmart indicate that the market values the company relatively higher compared to its peers in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. On the other hand, Walmart's low ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth suggest that the company may be facing challenges in generating profits and growing its business at a competitive rate within the industry sector.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

In-Depth Analysis: Walmart Versus Competitors In Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail Industry

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Walmart. Our analysis of options history for Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) revealed 24 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 45% of traders were bullish, while 33% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 7 were puts, with a value of $605,248, and 17 were calls, valued at $1,590,292.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $53.33 and $110.0 for Walmart, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Walmart options trades today is 4105.26 with a total volume of 10,356.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Walmart's big money trades within a strike price range of $53.33 to $110.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Walmart 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730148347_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$12.65</td>
<td>$12.75</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$374.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">632</td>
<td>295</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>$1.83</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$370.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">368</td>
<td>3.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$1.92</td>
<td>$1.83</td>
<td>$1.85</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$351.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">368</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$7.5</td>
<td>$7.45</td>
<td>$7.45</td>
<td>$86.67</td>
<td>$164.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">45</td>
<td>232</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$4.5</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$4.4</td>
<td>$82.50</td>
<td>$145.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">240</td>
<td>376</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Walmart</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Walmart's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 7,967,824, the price of WMT is up 0.41% at $82.85. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 22 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Walmart</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $90.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein downgraded its action to Outperform with a price target of $95. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $90. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Oppenheimer continues to hold a Outperform rating for Walmart, targeting a price of $90. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Keybanc continues to hold a Overweight rating for Walmart, targeting a price of $86. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Walmart, maintaining a target price of $92. 
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This Is What Whales Are Betting On Walmart

In the last three months, 36 analysts have published ratings on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">14</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">20</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Walmart and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $84.31, accompanied by a high estimate of $98.00 and a low estimate of $73.00. Observing a 9.71% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $76.85. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730134837_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Walmart by financial experts. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Robert Drbul</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bradley Thomas</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dean Rosenblum</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bradley Thomas</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Benedict</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karen Short</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Corey Tarlowe</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Drbul</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Ohmes</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Keith</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Kirk</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Sigman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Gutman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Walmart. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Walmart compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Walmart's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Walmart's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WMT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Walmart analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Walmart</h2>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Walmart's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Walmart displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 4.77%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Walmart's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.66% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Walmart's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.43%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Walmart's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.77%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Walmart's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.73, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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A Closer Look at 36 Analyst Recommendations For Walmart

Walmart Unveils Black Friday Deals Events Starting Nov. 11, Featuring Cyber Monday Savings, Surprise Deal Drops, And 50% Off Annual Walmart+ Membership

Guggenheim analyst Robert Drbul maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $81 to $90.

Guggenheim Maintains Buy on Walmart, Raises Price Target to $90

It&#39;s been a good year in the stock market so far; however, one group of companies that hasn&#39;t performed as well as others are those in the <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/sectors/consumer-staples/">consumer staples sector</a>. This includes companies making and selling essential products like food. The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (ARCA: XLP) has provided a total return of only around 15% this year, while the S&amp;P 500 is nearly at the 23% mark.
However, some consumer staples stocks have massively outperformed the market this year. That includes the retail giant Walmart (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wmt#NYSE">WMT</a>). It&#39;s the largest company in its sector, with a market capitalization of around $660 billion. So, is Walmart a set-it-and-forget-it investment that will make investors happy for years to come, or is the stock running out of steam after its massive uptick this year?
<h3>Walmart: Winning The War In Groceries</h3>
Walmart is an omni-channel company. It sells to customers via its retail stores and its e-commerce site. Its U.S. segment made up around <a href="https://d18rn0p25nwr6d.cloudfront.net/CIK-0000104169/b9745621-712b-43d0-b8e9-5cf33db255e3.pdf">68% of total revenue</a>, while its international and Sam&#39;s Club segments accounted for 18% and 14% respectively. I&#39;ll use the company&#39;s U.S. segment as a proxy for the overall business to understand how it breaks down revenue by product type. It doesn&#39;t report revenue by product type consistently across segments. Groceries made up 60% of U.S. revenues, general merchandise made up 26%, and health and wellness made up 12%. Its &quot;other categories&quot; made up the rest.
This breakdown is similar to <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NASDAQ/COST/">Costco (NASDAQ: </a><a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cost#NASDAQ">COST</a>), where 54% of revenue came from food, and 25% from &quot;non-food.&quot; Where Walmart has been winning is in taking grocery market share from its competition. The company increased its <a href="https://www.supermarketnews.com/independents-regional-grocers/walmart-kroger-costco-make-top-three-grocery-retailers-list">overall grocery market share</a> by 1.5%, up to 23.6%, from 2021 to 2023. And it is doing so not only on an overall basis but also when it comes to online grocery sales. This isn&#39;t overly surprising, given the rapid increase in inflation that has hit food particularly hard over the past few years.
Since Sept. 2021, grocery prices have <a href="https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/CUSR0000SAF11">increased over 17%</a>. This outpaces the 15% <a href="https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/CPIAUCSL">when looking at all items</a>. Due to this, as well as overall <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/consumer-confidence">low consumer sentiment post-pandemic</a>, consumers are becoming more scrupulous about how they spend money. This benefits firms like Walmart greatly. The massive scale of the company allows it to keep its prices lower compared to the competition, driving consumers prioritizing savings to the company. The nearly 10% increase in <a href="https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/2024/08/07/us-online-grocery-sales-q2-2024/">online grocery sales market share</a> from Q2 2021 to last quarter is evidence of this.
<h3>Walmart Can Sustain Advantage Through Value And Innovation</h3>
One reason I continue to like Walmart going forward is due to the cost savings it can continue to offer customers. Despite positive economic indicators, consumers still have sustained a much less positive view of the economy. These indicators include historically low unemployment, a strongly rising stock market, the Fed beginning to drop rates and slowing inflation.
In my view, this is negative sentiment largely due to the already embedded inflation in the economy that resulted after the pandemic. Consumers don&#39;t notice the fact that prices are increasing slower than they were the month before; they notice that they are paying 17% more for groceries than they used to. Until customers actually start to feel wealthier, they likely won&#39;t move to stores with higher-quality goods at a higher price.
Walmart also differentiates itself through its willingness to enter different markets. When it comes to consumer staples companies, innovating the business often isn&#39;t the name of the game, but that&#39;s not so at Walmart. The company is expanding into many different areas to grow its business. The growth of its e-commerce business allows it to sell ad space, a much higher-margin business than groceries. It is also venturing into the third-party marketplace arena. This allows the company to earn commissions on products other parties sell and get more data on what customers are buying.
<h3>Walmart Remains A&nbsp;Top Pick</h3>
As with many companies leading their industries, Wall Street analysts&#39; <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NYSE/WMT/forecast/">price targets</a> have continued rising at Walmart as the company&#39;s stock price rises. I am a big believer in this firm that is continually offering customers great value, and also looks for ways to improve its business beyond the standard strategies of many retail consumer staples companies. It&#39;s one of my favorite names in this sector long-term.
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Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Baird raised AAON, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAON#NASDAQ">AAON</a>) price target from $114 to $130. Baird analyst Timothy Wojs upgraded the stock from Neutral to Outperform. AAON shares closed at $111.19 on Friday. See how other analysts view this stock.</li>
<li>BMO Capital increased the price target for Saia, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIA#NASDAQ">SAIA</a>) from $465 to $495. BMO Capital analyst Fadi Chamoun maintained a Market Perform rating. Saia shares closed at $461.65 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SAIA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Morgan Stanley raised the price target for Nutanix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTNX#NASDAQ">NTNX</a>) from $71 to $72. Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall upgraded the stock from Equal-Weight to Overweight. Nutanix shares closed at $61.59 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NTNX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Canaccord Genuity raised Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) price target from $278 to $298. Canaccord Genuity analyst George Gianarikas maintained a Buy rating. Tesla shares settled at $269.19 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Needham cut DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRAY#NASDAQ">XRAY</a>) price target from $34 to $29. Needham analyst David Saxon maintained a Buy rating. DENTSPLY SIRONA shares closed at $23.31 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XRAY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Benchmark raised Plexus Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLXS#NASDAQ">PLXS</a>) price target from $150 to $165. Benchmark analyst David Williams maintained a Buy rating. Plexus shares closed at $141.19 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLXS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler cut the price target for Wayfair Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/W#NYSE">W</a>) from $67 to $63. Piper Sandler analyst Peter Keith maintained an Overweight rating. Wayfair shares settled at $44.39 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/W/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler raised CME Group Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CME#NASDAQ">CME</a>) price target from $240 to $250. Piper Sandler analyst Patrick Moley maintained an Overweight rating. CME Group shares closed at $226.14 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CME/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>BMO Capital cut the price target for Hexcel Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HXL#NYSE">HXL</a>) from $70 to $68. BMO Capital analyst John McNulty maintained a Market Perform rating. Hexcel shares closed at $62.53 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HXL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc boosted Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) price target from $86 to $87. Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas maintained an Overweight rating. Walmart shares closed at $82.51 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WMT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $86 to $87.

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Dollar General Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DG#NYSE">DG</a>) has launched several holiday sales promotions in an effort to win back inflation-weary consumers as mega-retailers Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40738760/dollar-stores-struggle-when-walmart-performs-well-report">aggressively lower prices</a>.
The Details:&nbsp; Dollar General has been losing customers to larger retailers as consumers have become more value-focused as they grapple with inflation. In an effort to regain market share, the discount retailer is running several holiday season promotions similar to offerings from its competitors, including Walmart and Amazon.&nbsp;
Dollar General <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41512369/deals-and-discounts-on-more-than-6-000-items-at-dollar-general-this-festive-season">has announced</a> weekly three-day DG Deal Days sales events that begin on Halloween and run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday through Dec. 21. DG Deal Days will feature 25% and 50% off discounts and buy one, get one promotions.&nbsp;
Walmart ran a similar <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b40931888/walmart-unveils-its-holiday-plans-with-early-shopping-deals-and-affordable-meals">sales event</a>, Walmart Holiday Deals, which featured five days of discounts in early October and continues as an extended holiday deal event through Dec. 25. Amazon hosted its shorter, annual Prime Big Deal Days sale on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 which aims to capture early holiday spending with deals.&nbsp;
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Dollar General is offering recipe-focused Thanksgiving meal deals, similar to the inflation-free holiday meal promotion from Walmart. The sale features ‘buy two, get one&#8217; bundle deals including ingredients for pumpkin pie, green bean casserole and sweet potato casserole.&nbsp;
Additionally, Dollar General has launched a holiday toy guide for the 2024 season, reflective of the toy guides released by Amazon and Walmart each year. The discount retailer's toy guide will focus on affordability and features toys priced under $20, with most toys available for $10 or less.
Why It Matters: CEO Todd Vasos acknowledged in the company's most recent <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/08/b40621521/dollar-general-corporation-reports-second-quarter-2024-results">earnings report</a> that Walmart and Amazon's strength in attracting budget-conscious shoppers has contributed to Dollar General's recent struggles.&nbsp;
"While we believe the softer sales trends are partially attributable to a core customer who feels financially constrained, we know the importance of controlling what we can control," the CEO said. "With the evolving retail and consumer landscape in mind, we are taking decisive action to further enhance our value and convenience offering, as well as the in-store experience.&#8221;
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Dollar General Aims To Draw Customers From Walmart, Amazon With Holiday Sales Events

U.S. consumers plan to shell out $2,100 on holiday shopping this year, a 7% increase over 2023, according to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/bank-of-america">new survey from Bank of America</a>.
The 2024 holiday season promises to be dynamic, with more consumers shopping earlier and spending more, despite lingering economic concerns. 
Online shopping continues to grow, and reward points are increasingly becoming a go-to tool for managing holiday expenses. Gift cards, meanwhile, are solidifying their place as a favored gift option across generations.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Early Holiday Shopping Trends: A Shift Toward Black Friday</h3>
According to the survey, 54% of consumers expect to shop on Black Friday, making it the most popular day for holiday deals. 
Moreover, 49% of respondents intend to begin their holiday shopping on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or even earlier, showing that the demand for early-season discounts continues to dominate.
In terms of spending, Americans are expected to shell out an average of $2,100 during the holiday season, marking a 7% increase compared to 2023. Generational differences are evident, with Baby Boomers budgeting about $800, while Gen X will spend around $1,200. 
On the higher end, Millennials plan to spend $4,000, and Gen Z forecasts around $3,300.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Economic Strain And Shopping Preferences</h3>
The survey reveals that 62% of Americans anticipate financial strain due to holiday expenses—though this is a slight improvement from last year&#8217;s 67%. 
Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are the most likely to feel this pressure, with 68% in each group expecting financial strain. In contrast, 63% of Gen X and 54% of Baby Boomers share the same concern.
Nearly 60% of respondents plan to shop more at discount retailers compared to last year, with a preference for wholesalers/big-box stores (54%), e-commerce sites (41%) and dollar stores (39%). 
Online shopping remains a crucial part of the holiday retail landscape. 48% of survey respondents said they will increase their online shopping this year, while 13% plan to shop online less. 
This surge aligns with the latest Bank of America&#8217;s credit and debit card data, which shows that online spending at retailers increases by about 35% during November and December compared to non-holiday months.
Millennials lead the charge in online shopping, with 43% of their retail transactions made online, while Gen Z trails with 33%.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gift Cards: The Preferred Holiday Choice</h3>
Gift cards continue to be a popular choice for both givers and receivers during the holidays. The Bank of America survey found that nearly 99% of people who receive gift cards appreciate them. 
More than six out of 10 consumers received gift cards during last year's holiday season, with 35% of respondents saying they prefer gift cards over physical gifts. Additionally, 61% of consumers are equally satisfied with both gift cards and traditional presents.
Regarding gift card usage, 47% of consumers used all of their holiday gift cards last year, while 19% used most of them and 9% used only half.
According to the survey, 75% of consumers plan to start buying gift cards no earlier than October, with 13% making purchases in October, 35% in November, and 27% waiting until December. 
Gen Z leads the pack in receiving gift cards with 79% having received them during the holidays, followed by 75% of Millennials, 69% of Gen X, and 52% of Baby Boomers.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Market Implications: The Best Time To Buy Retail Stocks Is After The Holiday Season</h3>
A seasonality analysis of the SPDR S&amp;P Retail ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRT#NYSE">XRT</a>), a popular retail-focused exchange traded fund which includes heavyweights like Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), Target Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGT#NYSE">TGT</a>), and Best Buy Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>), uncovers a surprising trend: despite the holiday season being a retail bonanza for consumers, it&#8217;s actually a historically weak period for retail stocks. 
Over the last 17 years, the holiday months have shown on average negative performances for the retail sector, while the strongest gains are concentrated in the first four months of the year.
For retail stocks, December represents the second-worst month of the year after June, with an average drop of 1.46%. In contrast, February and January are the best months, with average gains of 2.16% and 1.1%, as per TradingView data. 
The rationale behind this counterintuitive trend may lie in the timing of earnings reports. Investors tend to wait for post-holiday earnings results, which often reflect the success of the season. 
As those results come in after the holidays, there's a rush of buying on positive news, causing stock prices to rally early in the following year, rather than during the holiday period itself.
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US Shoppers Plan To Spend $2,100 This Holiday Season, 7% Higher Than 2023: When Should Traders Start Buying Retail Stocks?

Amazon is offering new discounts on gas for Prime members and will help electric vehicle drivers save on vehicle charging in 2025.
Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) is adding another reason for consumers to sign up for its Amazon Prime membership program as the e-commerce giant intensifies the battle for subscribers against <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/06/39387497/walmart-enhances-walmart-to-compete-with-amazon-prime-key-differences-unveiled">retailer Walmart Inc (NYSE:</a><a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>).
What Happened: Already offering perks like free shipping on millions of items, discounts and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/10/35381234/amazon-scores-with-nfl-thursday-night-football-is-a-special-nba-broadcast-next">a streaming platform </a>membership, Amazon Prime memberships now come with savings at the gas pump.
Amazon <a href="https://press.aboutamazon.com/2024/10/amazon-announces-new-fuel-savings-offer-for-prime-members">announced </a>Prime members will save 10 cents per gallon at around 7,000 BP, Amoco and ampm gas stations across the U.S., stations owned by BP PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BP#NYSE">BP</a>).
While the savings are currently only for gas-powered vehicles, Amazon promises that savings for electric vehicle owners are coming. Amazon will offer savings with bp pulse, BP&#39;s electric vehicle <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38745419/bp-wants-to-buy-tesla-supercharging-stations-after-elon-musk-fired-hundreds-of-employees-responsible">charging business</a>, beginning in 2025.
&quot;Prime is an incredible value for members,&quot; Amazon Prime Vice President Jamil Ghani said. &quot;We&#39;re constantly looking to add more value for Prime members and perhaps the broadest and most popular additional benefit we could offer is fuel savings &mdash; we&#39;re excited to give this to Prime members.&quot;
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Why It&#39;s Important: The latest move from Amazon could be a direct response to the Walmart+ subscription service from Walmart, which offers savings at the pump at Exxon Mobil-owned gas stations.
Sam&#39;s Club and Costco have also offered discounts on gas purchases for years as a way to boost memberships.
While Amazon doesn&#39;t regularly break out its number of Prime members, the latest perk could provide a boost to the figure in the coming months.
Amazon recently said its Prime Day two-day October event <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/10/41276044/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-2024-scores-record-breaking-sales">was record-breaking </a>and led to a record amount of sign-ups for Amazon Prime.
Originally launched as a subscription service to offer free two-day shipping to members, Amazon Prime has grown to include Prime Video streaming, exclusive deals, Amazon Music, discounted prescription medications, unlimited photo storage, free games, a free Grubhub+ membership and more.
The two-day shipping has also improved the free same-day or one-day delivery for millions of items for Prime members.
Amazon Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139 when paid annually. Young adults, college students and consumers on government assistance can receive discounted membership rates.
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Walmart.
Looking at options history for Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) we detected 9 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 11% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 66% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 6 are puts, for a total amount of $330,945 and 3, calls, for a total amount of $293,180.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $60.0 and $90.0 for Walmart, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Walmart options trades today is 4063.5 with a total volume of 1,382.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Walmart's big money trades within a strike price range of $60.0 to $90.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Walmart Option Activity Analysis: Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729777552_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Noteworthy Options Activity:</h3>

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<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
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<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$25.25</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$24.7</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$229.7K</td>
<td>2.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$8.05</td>
<td>$8.1</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$81.0K</td>
<td>1.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">470</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
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<h3>About Walmart</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Walmart, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Walmart</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 510,822, the price of WMT is down by -0.54%, reaching $82.82.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 26 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Walmart</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $89.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Bernstein has revised its rating downward to Outperform, adjusting the price target to $95. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $92. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group continues to hold a Outperform rating for Walmart, targeting a price of $85. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Keybanc has decided to maintain their Overweight rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $86. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Oppenheimer keeps a Outperform rating on Walmart with a target price of $90. 
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A 19-year-old Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) employee was found dead in the store&#8217;s walk-in oven located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
What Happened: The young woman was discovered in the bakery department&#8217;s oven at the Walmart located at 6990 Mumford Rd. Police were notified at 9:30 p.m. on Saturday. The investigation into the cause and manner of death is ongoing, with Halifax Regional Police working alongside Occupational Health and Safety and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service. It is still uncertain if the death involved any criminal activity, according to NBC News <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/19-year-old-walmart-employee-found-dead-store-walk-oven-canada-rcna176768">report</a> on Wednesday.
The Maritime Sikh Society shared that the victim and her mother had moved to Canada from India two to three years ago. Balbir Singh, a representative of the society, conveyed the community&#8217;s sorrow and their hope for clarity from the investigation.
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Walmart has temporarily shut down the store and is providing support to its employees, including counseling services. The Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration has issued a stop-work order for the bakery and certain equipment.
Walmart has yet to respond to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga&#8217;</a>s queries about the incident.
Why It Matters: This incident comes at a time when Walmart is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41335337/walmart-bjs-ride-grocery-reflation-wave-as-hurricane-preparedness-boosts-q3-outlook">experiencing a boost</a> in its grocery sector due to a slight increase in grocery inflation and hurricane preparedness behaviors. According to JPMorgan analyst Christopher Horvers, grocery inflation rose to 2% in the third quarter, up from 1.5% in the previous quarter. 
This increase has been beneficial for grocery-heavy retailers like Walmart, as consumers stock up in response to recent hurricanes. 
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19-Year-Old Walmart Employee Found Dead In Walk-In Oven In Canada

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced a settlement with Walmart, resolving allegations that the retail corporation unlawfully disposed hazardous waste and medical waste from their facilities statewide to municipal landfills. As part of the settlement, Walmart will be required to pay $7.5 million in penalties and costs and comply with injunctive terms. Attorney General Bonta is joined by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and the district attorneys of Alameda, Fresno,&nbsp;Monterey, Orange, Riverside,&nbsp;Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego,&nbsp;San Joaquin, Solano, Tulare,&nbsp;and Yolo Counties in today's settlement.
"Walmart's illegal disposal of hazardous and medical waste not only violated California laws, but, if left unchecked, posed a threat to human health and the environment. As a result of this investigation and lawsuit, Walmart has taken significant steps to prevent such disposals from happening in the future. This settlement will ensure that Walmart takes the necessary steps to ensure that its hazardous waste is handled and disposed of as required by law,"&nbsp;said Attorney General Bonta. "At the California Department of Justice, we will continue to hold any entity accountable for violating our environmental laws. I'm grateful to the Department of Toxic Substances Control and district attorneys statewide for their partnership in reaching this important settlement."

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As market volatility resurfaces due to rising Treasury yields and economic uncertainty, investors are feeling the pressure. In this environment, low-beta stocks like Walmart (WMT), Philip Morris International (PM), and Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) could be safe haven for those seeking stability. Keep reading… Investor confidence has taken a hit this week as rising Treasury yields weigh on the market. Over the past three days, the S&amp;P 500 has seen its longest decline since early September, reflecting growing uncertainty. Meanwhile, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield has jumped 14 basis points in just a few sessions, bringing the total rise for October to 46 basis points.
The mix of higher yields, tempered expectations for future Federal Reserve rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and upcoming U.S. elections has kept the market on edge. With volatility building, seeking shelter in low-risk, low-beta stocks such as Walmart Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">WMT</a>), Philip Morris International Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PM/">PM</a>), and Colgate-Palmolive Company (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CL/">CL</a>) could be a wise move for investors.
In September, the Federal Reserve <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/18/fed-cuts-rates-september-2024-.html">initiated its long-awaited rate cuts</a>, marking the beginning of what is expected to be a gradual easing of interest rates through 2025. While some were surprised by the 50-basis-point cut, others viewed it as a necessary step to maintain economic balance. Still, recent market turbulence suggests that concerns over the economy haven't disappeared.
Volatility returned in October, fueled by fresh concerns about the economy. Investors were rattled by the latest inflation report, which showed prices creeping up in September after months of decline. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/10/cpi-inflation-september-2024.html">rose 0.2%</a> for the month, slightly above expectations. This sparked renewed fears of a recession and raised doubts about the pace of future rate cuts.
As a result, consumer confidence has dipped. The University of Michigan's latest survey showed that sentiment <a href="https://apnews.com/article/consumer-sentiment-economy-election-084de7cedc2a1a51df1e96898a80da0c">dropped to 68.9 in October</a>, down from 70.1 in September.
In times like these, low-beta stocks can be a good option for investors seeking stability. These stocks tend to be less volatile than the broader market, making them safer bets when uncertainty is high. Their steady performance and potential for reliable returns make them attractive safe havens during periods of market turbulence.
With that in mind, let's discuss the fundamentals of the above-mentioned stocks in detail:
Walmart Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">WMT</a>)
Retail giant WMT operates supercentres, supermarkets, hypermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, discount stores, membership-only warehouse clubs, and e-commerce websites, including walmart.com and Walmart.com.mx flipkart.com, and others. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S.; Walmart International; and Sam's Club.
In February 2024, the company raised its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividend.asp">dividend</a> by 9% year-over-year to $0.83 per share on a post-stock split basis ($2.49 per share on a pre-split basis), underscoring its commitment to rewarding shareholders.
WMT's four-year average dividend yield is 1.48%, while its annual dividend translates to a 1% yield on prevailing prices. Its dividend has grown at a 3.6% CAGR over the past three years and a 2.9% CAGR over the past five years. Further, this hike marked the company's 51st consecutive year of dividend growth.
For the fiscal second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, WMT's total revenues increased 4.8% year-over-year to $169.34 billion, driven by a 21% increase in its global eCommerce sales. Its adjusted operating income grew 7.2% from the year-ago value to $7.94 billion, while its adjusted EPS came in at $0.67, up 9.8% year-over-year. Also, the company's attributable net income for the period amounted to $4.50 billion.
Street expects WMT's revenue for the third quarter (ending October 2024) to increase 4.3% year-over-year to $166.23 billion. Its EPS for the current quarter is expected to grow by 3.4% from the prior-year period to $0.53. Moreover, the company surpassed the revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Shares of WMT have gained 54.2% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $82.51. Its five-year monthly beta of 0.52 indicates comparative stability compared to the broader market.
WMT's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of A, translating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
It also has an A grade for Stability and a B for Growth, Momentum, and Sentiment. Among the 37 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> industry, it is ranked #8. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">Click here</a> to see WMT's rating for Value and Quality.
Philip Morris International Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PM/">PM</a>)
PM is a tobacco company that focuses on delivering a smoke-free future and evolving its portfolio for the long term to include products outside of the tobacco and nicotine sectors. The company's product portfolio consists of cigarettes and smoke-free products, such as heat-not-burn, vapor, and oral nicotine products.
On September 12, PM's board of directors increased the company's regular quarterly dividend by 3.8% to an annualized rate of $5.40 per share. It paid a quarterly dividend of $1.35 per share, up from $1.30 per share, to its shareholders on October 10, 2024.
With 15 years of consecutive dividend growth, the company's annual dividend translates to a yield of 4.07% on the current share price. Its four-year average yield is 5.21%. PM's dividend payout has grown at a CAGR of 2.7% over the past three years.
PM's net revenue increased 8.4% year-over-year to $9.91 billion for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. Its adjusted operating income rose 11.2% from the year-ago value to $4.15 billion, while its attributable net earnings came in at $3.08 billion, representing an increase of 50% from the prior-year quarter.
Moreover, the company's adjusted EPS increased 14.4% year-over-year to $1.91. Also, its cash and cash equivalents came in at $4.26 billion, indicating an increase of 39.2% from $3.06 billion as of December 31, 2023.
The consensus EPS estimate of $1.52 for the fiscal fourth quarter (ending December 2024) represents an 11.9% improvement year-over-year. The consensus revenue estimate of $9.56 billion for the ongoing quarter represents a 5.7% increase from last year. The company has an impressive surprise history; it surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 42.9%, closing the last trading session at $129.86. It has a beta of 0.58.
PM's POWR Ratings reflect this promising outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Stability, Sentiment, and Quality. Out of nine stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/tobacco/">Tobacco</a> industry, it is ranked #3. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PM/">Click here</a> to see the other PM ratings for Growth, Value, and Momentum.
Colgate-Palmolive Company (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CL/">CL</a>)
CL manufactures and sells consumer products internationally. The company operates through two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care; and Pet Nutrition. It offers products like toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash, bar and liquid hand soaps, shower gels, shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, and antiperspirants.
On September 12, CL's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.50 per common share, payable on November 15, 2024, to shareholders of record on October 18, 2024.
CL pays an annual dividend of $2, which translates to a yield of 2.01% at the current share price. Its four-year average dividend yield is 2.30%. Moreover, the company's dividend payouts have increased at a CAGR of 3.4% over the past three years. CL has raised its dividends for 61 consecutive years.
During the third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, CL's net sales increased 2.4% year-over-year to $5.03 billion. Its non-GAAP operating profit grew 4.8% from the year-ago quarter to $1.08 billion. Non-GAAP net income attributable to CL came in at $750 million or $0.91 per share, up 5.6% and 5.8% from the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Analysts expect CL's revenue and EPS for the fourth quarter (ending December 2024) to grow 2.1% and 5% year-over-year to $5.06 billion and $0.91, respectively. The company topped the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in all four trailing quarters.
Shares of CL have surged 31.3% over the past year and 19.9% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $95.61. It has a beta of 0.40.
CL's solid fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
CL has an A grade for Quality and a B grade for Stability and Sentiment. It is ranked #15 out of 58 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/consumer-goods/">Consumer Goods</a> industry.
In addition to the POWR Ratings we've stated above, we also have CL ratings for Growth, Value, and Momentum. You can get all CL ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/CL/">here</a>.
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WMT shares . Year-to-date, WMT has gained 58.54%, versus a 22.97% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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As consumer behavior shifts, especially during the holiday season, retail stocks offer notable growth potential. Hence, fundamentally solid retail stocks PriceSmart (PSMT), Target (TGT), and Walmart (WMT) might be ideal buys this holiday season. Read on... As holiday sales pick up, retail stocks are set to benefit from the seasonal boost in consumer spending. Driven by rising disposable income and demand for both online and in-store shopping, these companies are strategically positioned to capture more market share.
Investors seeking opportunities within the retail landscape might invest in quality stocks like PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>), Target Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/">TGT</a>), and Walmart Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">WMT</a>), as these retail giants respond to seasonal surges and embrace transformative changes across digital and physical platforms.
U.S. <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/us-retail-sales-increase-solidly-september-2024-10-17/">retail sales increased by 0.4%</a> in September, surpassing economists' forecast of 0.3%. Lower gasoline prices likely contributed, giving consumers more disposable income to spend at restaurants, bars, clothing stores, and online.
Additionally, the rise of online shopping, coupled with trends toward sustainability, omnichannel engagement, and values-driven purchasing, underscores how major retailers are adapting to meet shifting consumer expectations. By prioritizing personalized shopping experiences, these companies are reshaping their retail strategies to attract and retain a larger, more loyal customer base.
As a result, the global food and grocery retail market, valued at $11.9 trillion in 2023, is projected to grow at a <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/food-grocery-retail-market">3.2% CAGR</a> from 2024 to 2030.
Further, <a href="https://www.bea.gov/news/2024/personal-income-and-outlays-august-2024">personal income rose by $50.5 billion (0.2%)</a> in August, while disposable income increased by $34.2 billion (0.2%), and personal consumption expenditures grew by $47.2 billion (0.2%), per the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, indicating that consumers have more money to spend, boosting the retail sector.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> stocks in detail, starting with the third one:
Stock #3: PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>)
PSMT operates U.S.-style membership warehouse clubs across the United States, Central America, the Caribbean, and Colombia. The company offers a variety of products, including groceries, electronics, home furnishings, and private label items under the Member's Selection brand, and provides additional services like e-commerce, curbside pickup, and health services.
PSMT's total revenues rose 9.6% year over year to $1.23 billion in the fiscal fourth quarter ended August 31, 2024. Its export sales grew 15.9% from the year-ago quarter to $9.33 million. Operating income saw a rise of 53.1% from the previous-year quarter to $49.20 million, and adjusted net income per share improved 44.6% year over year to $0.94.
Street expects PSMT's revenue for the fiscal first quarter (ending November 2024) to increase 8% year-over-year to $1.26 billion. Its <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/eps.asp">EPS</a> for the same quarter is expected to grow 15.3% from the prior year to $1.43. In addition, it surpassed the consensus revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Shares of PSMT have gained 33.4% over the past year and 12.8% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $85.45.
PSMT's bright prospects are apparent in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It has an A for Growth and a B grade for Value and Stability. Within the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> industry, it is ranked #16 among 37 stocks.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/ratings/">here</a> to see PSMT's ratings for Momentum, Quality, and Sentiment.
Stock #2: Target Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/">TGT</a>)
TGT operates as a major U.S. general merchandise retailer that offers a wide range of products including apparel, beauty, groceries, electronics, and home goods. It sells its merchandise through physical stores, Target.com, and digital channels as well enhancing customer experience with design partnerships and in-store amenities.
On October 22, TGT announced its intention to lower regular prices on more than 2,000 items across owned and national brands this holiday season, which should boost its sales.
Moreover, on September 18, the company declared a quarterly dividend of $1.12 per common share, which is payable on December 10. This will be the company's 229th consecutive dividend paid since October 1967, when the company became public. Its annual dividend of $4.48 yields 2.97% on the prevailing price level, higher than the four-year average of 2.29%.
In the second quarter of 2024, which ended August 3, TGT's total revenue increased 2.7% year-over-year to $25.45 billion. Its operating income rose 36.6% to $1.64 billion, driven by higher sales and an improved gross margin rate. The company reported an EPS of $2.57, up 42.8% from the prior year quarter.
Street expects TGT's revenue and EPS for the third quarter ending October 2024 to increase 2.2% and 9.5% year-over-year to $25.95 billion and $2.30, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS and revenue estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 5.9% year-to-date and has returned 37.7% over the past year, to close the last trading session at $150.84.
TGT's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Value and Quality. It is ranked #10 in the same industry.
To access TGT's Growth, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TGT/ratings/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Walmart Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/">WMT</a>)
WMT operates a global network of retail, wholesale, and eCommerce businesses through its Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club segments. Its offerings include supercenters, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, and eCommerce sites, providing groceries, health products, home goods, apparel, and more.
On October 22, 2024, WMT announced an expansion of its delivery services to include both prescription medications and general merchandise in a single order. This new service, already available in six states (Arkansas, Missouri, New York, Nevada, South Carolina, and Wisconsin), is set to reach 49 states by January 2025.
Walmart's vast network of nearly 4,600 stores enables delivery to over 86% of U.S. households, providing a significant convenience for busy families, seniors, and those with chronic conditions. The service responds to strong customer demand, with 55% requesting combined delivery of prescriptions and groceries.
On October 16, WMT announced a new partnership with Clover, a business management platform from Fiserv. This initiative supports Walmart Business's mission to help organizations save time and resources by offering essential tools to enhance operational efficiency.
During the fiscal second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, WMT's total revenues increased 4.8% year-over-year to $169.34 billion. Its operating income grew 8.5% from the year-ago value to $7.94 billion. In addition, its non-GAAP EPS reached $0.67, up 9.8% from the prior-year quarter.
Analysts expect WMT's EPS and revenue for the quarter ended October 31, 2024, to increase 3.5% to 4.3% year-over-year to $0.53 and $166.23 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street EPS and Revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 49.6% to close the last trading session at $82.19. It soared 56.4% year-to-date.
WMT's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of A, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
WMT has an A grade in Stability and a B in Sentiment and Growth. It is ranked #7 in the same industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we have also given WMT grades for Value, Momentum, and Quality. Get all the WMT's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/WMT/ratings/">here</a>.
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WMT shares rose $0.04 (+0.05%) in after-hours trading Monday. Year-to-date, WMT has gained 58.42%, versus a 21.01% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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