walmart

Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. The company was founded by Sam Walton in 1962 and incorporated on October 31, 1969.

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Kohl’s Appoints Michaels Chief Ashley Buchanan to Succeed Retiring CEO
Kohl’s Appoints Michaels Chief Ashley Buchanan to Succeed Retiring CEO
November 25, 2024  |  Retail

Kohl’s has appointed Michaels Companies CEO Ashley Buchanan to succeed its current CEO Tom Kingsbury when Kingsbury steps down on Jan. 15. Kingsbury will retain...

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Amazon vs Walmart Holiday Battle May Come Down to Loyalty Programs
Amazon vs Walmart Holiday Battle May Come Down to Loyalty Programs
November 21, 2024  |  Retail

As the holiday shopping season approaches, the competition between retail giants Walmart and Amazon intensifies, shaping the eCommerce landscape. Both companies have established themselves as...

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High-Income Shoppers Load Up Their Grocery Carts at Walmart
High-Income Shoppers Load Up Their Grocery Carts at Walmart
November 19, 2024  |  Walmart

During the latest conference call with analysts, Walmart’s management observed that that, in a quarter where same-store sales were up 5.3% in the United States,...

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Walmart’s Growth Fueled by Expedited Deliveries and Resilient US Shoppers
Walmart’s Growth Fueled by Expedited Deliveries and Resilient US Shoppers
November 19, 2024  |  Walmart

Consumers in the United States have shown resilience while prioritizing speed and convenience, according to Walmart’s third-quarter earnings call Tuesday (Nov. 19). The retail giant...

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Amazon Innovates on Alexa and ‘Hauls’ in a New Shopping Experience
Amazon Innovates on Alexa and ‘Hauls’ in a New Shopping Experience
November 15, 2024  |  Retail

With a nod to digital engagement and the fast-approaching holiday shopping season, Levi’s launched the Levi’s Jeans Fit Guide in Germany, using Amazon Alexa technology...

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The Rise of Social Commerce: How Brands Are Shaping the Future of Online Shopping
The Rise of Social Commerce: How Brands Are Shaping the Future of Online Shopping
November 08, 2024  |  eCommerce

The integration of social media and eCommerce has led to the rise of social commerce, a model that allows consumers to make direct purchases within...

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Amazon Combines Fulfillment Networks to Better Compete in Grocery Business
Amazon Combines Fulfillment Networks to Better Compete in Grocery Business
November 08, 2024  |  Amazon

Amazon is reportedly combining the fulfillment networks of its Whole Foods Market and Amazon Fresh stores to better compete in the grocery business. By doing...

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New Data: Amazon Expands Grocery Reach, but Walmart Maintains Delivery Edge
New Data: Amazon Expands Grocery Reach, but Walmart Maintains Delivery Edge
November 08, 2024  |  Retail

Amazon’s latest move into the grocery sector, through a new partnership with Mexican grocery delivery startup Jüsto, signals its push to expand its food and...

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More Than Half of Consumers Want Smarter Shopping Experiences
More Than Half of Consumers Want Smarter Shopping Experiences
November 07, 2024  |  Retail

Consumer expectations around shopping are changing, with higher demand for personalized, artificial intelligence (AI)-driven experiences that offer convenience, customization and efficiency. A PYMNTS Intelligence report,...

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