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5. Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 95

5-year Beta (Monthly): 0.52

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) is a global retailer that provides customers with accessible shopping options through its retail stores, eCommerce platforms, and various service offerings. The company operates 10,500 stores and several eCommerce websites in 19 countries. Its stores and websites are visited by around 255 million customers each week.

The company’s different segments include Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam’s Club. Walmart U.S. is its largest division, contributing the highest percentage of revenue, and operates in all 50 states as well as Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C. Walmart U.S. provides an omnichannel experience, including in-store pickup, same-day delivery, and Walmart+, a membership that offers additional benefits like free shipping and fuel discounts.

According to its last 10-k filings, Walmart’s (NYSE:WMT) highest sales volume usually occurs in its fiscal quarter ending January 31. It is usually because of the holiday season and the company is already gearing up for it. On October 31, The New York Times reported the company’s holiday preview event in Orlando which offered insights into its strategy for the high-stakes holiday season.

Executives highlighted plans for extensive discounts, with “25 percent more” rollbacks in toys compared to last year, and cuts on Thanksgiving staples, which aim to cater to budget-conscious shoppers. Despite economic uncertainties and a shorter holiday shopping season, Walmart (NYSE:WMT) leaders expressed optimism, supported by steady sales growth and confidence in their approach to customer service and promotions. The effort to keep prices low and predict consumer needs is expected to help the company stay competitive against retailers like Macy’s and Kohl’s, who are seeing softer demand.