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Walmart's Q2 sales growth slows to 2.6%, shares drop 9% amid consumer concerns
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Walmart reported a 2.6% increase in U.S. same-store sales for Q2 2026, the weakest growth in over six years, raising concerns about consumer spending. Despite this, the company raised its full-year net sales outlook from 3.5%–4.5% to 4%–5%, which was below investor expectations, leading to a 9% drop in shares.
Points clés
- Walmart's Q2 same-store sales growth of 2.6% is the lowest in six years, missing Wall Street's 3.5% expectation.
- The company raised its full-year net sales outlook to 4%–5%, but investors anticipated a more substantial upgrade.
- Shares fell 9% following the earnings report, closing at $102.85, a nine-month low.
- Walmart plans to accept Apple Pay and other tap-to-pay methods in U.S. stores starting August 24, aiming to enhance customer payment options.
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