Walmart Stock News

Walmart opened its first store in South Africa on Saturday, marking the U.S. retail giant's debut on the African continent as it seeks a stake in a competitive market.

Walmart is the largest company in the world by sales. It's innovating with e-commerce, merchandise, and more.

MORTON GROVE, Ill. , Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY), the leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products that support the microbiome, today announced that its Farmer Cheese is now available in 2,000 Walmart stores nationwide.

Walmart's stock has markedly surpassed its competitors over the past year, but how does it compare with significant retail rivals such as Amazon and Costco? A closer examination shows robust profitability and consistent revenue growth, but its premium valuation and lagging growth compared to e-commerce giants like Amazon may limit future potential.

Nvidia (NVDA) delivered strong earnings driven by 66% data center growth, but shares fell as markets turned cautious. Retail sector saw divergent results: Walmart (WMT) outperformed with strong e-commerce and value focus, while Target (TGT) and Home Depot (HD) struggled.

It's a proverbial tale of two retailers: the best of times for Walmart, the worst of times for Target. Both companies are preparing for leadership changes at the top, yet Walmart's incoming CEO has wind at his back, while Target's successor faces daunting challenges.

Walmart's NYSE: WMT Q3 earnings results and guidance prove that it is on track, taking share from its major competitors like Target NYSE: TGT, and can sustain its share price uptrend. Among the critical details are its industry-leading growth and outperformance relative to Target's more tepid results.