November 1, 2023 by MMR
Black Friday Deals, holiday shopping, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Uncategorized
The holiday shopping season is about to kick into high gear, and Walmart aims to lead the charge with a series of “Black Friday Deals” events that start early and extend throughout the entire month of November. Walmart+ members will also get an exclusive head start on the hottest deals, making this holiday season extra
October 24, 2023 by MMR
Heroes & Headliners concert, Veterans Day, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — On Nov. 11, Veterans Day, Walmart is celebrating the military community with a star-studded concert for veterans and their families. The first Heroes & Headliners concert features musical acts Chris Stapleton, H.E.R. and Imagine Dragons with Rob Gronkowski and Camille Kostek serving as emcees. Customers will be able to stream the sold-out concert live on Walmart.com/Live,
October 18, 2023 by MMR
holidays, Inflation, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart promises a season of savings designed to make shopping for gifts and celebrating the holidays more affordable. With 92% of Walmart customers expressing some level of concern about inflation1 and how it will impact holiday celebrations, the retailer says it is doubling down on its commitment to saving customers more money.
October 9, 2023 by MMR
Georgia, pet services, Walmart
Issue 10-09-2023
DALLAS, Ga. — Walmart has debuted its first pet services center here, in a dedicated storefront where customers can get veterinary care for their pets as well as services including grooming. “We’re uniquely positioned to offer significant savings to customers for all their pet care needs,” Kaitlyn Shadiow, vice president of merchandising for pets at Walmart
September 11, 2023 by MMR
executive-level changes, Judith McKenna, Sam’s Club U.S. units, Walmart, Walmart International
Issue 09-11-2023, Issues
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart last month announced executive-level changes at its Walmart International and Sam’s Club U.S. units, including the retirement of Judith McKenna after 27 years with the company, most recently as president and chief executive at Walmart International. McKenna will tradition out of the company by year-end. She will be succeeded by Kath
September 5, 2023 by MMR
Walmart, Walmart pharmacy an, Walmart Testing and Treatment program
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart pharmacists will be testing and treating people for common illnesses under a new “Testing and Treatment” program being rolled out in a dozen states, the company said. The program lets pharmacists treat customers for flu, COVID-19, strep throat and other conditions and then offer in-store treatment options. “At Walmart, we think
August 18, 2023 by MMR
health screenings, Walmart, Wellness Day
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – More than 4,600 Walmart pharmacies will host Wellness Day events on August 19, offering opportunities for families to prioritize their health ahead of a new school year with free screenings and affordable immunizations. Wellness resources will also be available as well as opportunities to talk to Walmart pharmacists about the upcoming flu
August 17, 2023 by MMR
Sam's Club, second-quarter earnings, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Money
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart today posted fiscal second quarter sales and profits that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations and raised its fiscal 2024 outlook to reflect management’s optimism in the company’s continued ability to attract customers to its stores and digital platforms. Second-quarter revenue increased 5.7% to $161.6 billion in the quarter. U.S. same-store sales, excluding
August 16, 2023 by MMR
Chris Nicholas, Judith McKenna, Kath McLay, Kieran Shanahan, Walmart
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, People, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart International president and CEO Judith McKenna is retiring after 27 years with the company. Kath McLay will become the president and CEO of Walmart International, and Chris Nicholas will take McLay’s place as president and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S. The leadership changes will take effect on Monday, September 11. Walmart
August 15, 2023 by MMR
ExxonMobil, fuel discounts, Walmart
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Starting today, through September 15, Walmart+ members can save 20 cents on every gallon of fuel purchased at participating Exxon and Mobil stations nationwide, the retailer announced, adding that this is two times the savings that subscribers already receive through their membership. Walmart+ is helping steer members toward savings on fuel ahead
August 7, 2023 by MMR
back-to-school, Julie Barber, Walmart
2023, Issue 08-07-2023, Issues
BENTONVILLE, Ark.— With the first day of school approaching, Walmart has been gearing up to ensure this year’s shopping experience for the return to classrooms is what it should be — “affordable, easy and fun.” That’s the message of Julie Barber, executive vice president of general merchandise at Walmart U.S., in a blog on the
August 7, 2023 by MMR
2023 Top 100 Retailers, Amazon, Kantar, National Retail Federation, Walmart
2023, Issue 08-07-2023, Issues
WASHINGTON — Longtime No. 1 Walmart retained first place on the National Retail Federation’s annual list of the top retailers, followed by Amazon. The 2023 Top 100 Retailers ranks the industry’s largest companies according to domestic sales. Walmart headed the list — compiled by Kantar — with $499.65 billion in U.S. retail sales in 2022.