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NBC News
2 hours ago
- Business
- NBC News
Walmart Deals is officially back — here's everything you need to know
Walmart fans, mark your calendars — Walmart Deals is officially back. Starting on July 8, the six-day event will feature deals on products across categories, including tech, school supplies, kitchen essentials and more. And that's not all: for the first time, Walmart Deals will run both online and in stores, making the event more convenient for shoppers than ever before. Walmart+ members can also start saving early, with exclusive access beginning on July 7. Below, I break down everything you need to know about the upcoming Walmart Deals event, including dates and the benefits Walmart Plus members can expect. When is Walmart Deals? Walmart Deals runs from midnight on Tuesday, July 8 (or local opening times for in-store shoppers) through Sunday, July 13. Do you need a Walmart+ membership to shop during Walmart Deals? Walmart+ $98.00 Walmart No, you don't. The Walmart Deals event is open to all Walmart shoppers, both in-store and online. However, Walmart+ members get access to exclusive benefits like early access to the event starting at 7PM on July 7, along with home delivery, streaming subscriptions, discounts across categories and more. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. What are the best deals to shop during Walmart Deals? During Walmart Deals, shoppers can expect special offers on products across categories. According to the retailer's official announcement, this includes: Deals on products from reader-favorite brands like Samsung, Dyson, Vizio, Sharpie and more, including: Early back to school savings on essentials like school supplies, educational tech, first day outfits and more, including: Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate SEO reporter for NBC Select who's been covering deals and sales at Walmart for over a year. For this piece, I researched everything you need to know about the upcoming Walmart Deals event, including dates, deal offerings and exclusive membership benefits.
The Independent
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Walmart has announced when it will restock the Nintendo Switch 2
If you've been searching desperately for the Nintendo Switch 2, it's time to mark your calendars. Walmart has confirmed the exact date and time you'll be able to buy the console online, and you don't have long to wait. Since launch, the Switch 2 has been flying off the shelves. In the U.S. alone, Nintendo sold 1.1 million units during launch week, breaking the PlayStation 4's long-standing debut record. Globally, it racked up 3.5 million sales in just four days, making it the fastest-selling Nintendo console of all time. It's been near-impossible to find in stock ever since. Most drops sell out within minutes, and Walmart's restock isn't likely to be any different. If you've been refreshing product pages for weeks, or are just fed up watching everyone else play, this might finally be your chance. Walmart has announced it will be restocking both the standalone Nintendo Switch 2 console and the Mario Kart World bundle on Wednesday 25 June. Paid Walmart+ members will have access one hour earlier than everyone else. The early access drop kicks off at 9pm ET. While Walmart hasn't officially revealed when it'll open to the general public, it's likely to be 10pm ET, assuming any stock is left. The bundle includes the Nintendo Switch 2 and a copy of Mario Kart World.
Globe and Mail
09-06-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Walmart's Push Into High-Margin Ventures: A Blueprint for Growth?
Walmart Inc. WMT is reshaping its growth strategy by doubling down on high-margin revenue streams — namely, advertising, memberships and marketplace expansion. This strategic shift is boosting profitability and reinforcing the company's leadership in the global retail landscape. In the first quarter of fiscal 2026, Walmart saw meaningful gains from its evolving business mix. Higher-margin categories like advertising and memberships were major contributors to profitability. The company's advertising revenues rallied 50% year over year, fueled in part by its December 2024 acquisition of VIZIO. This move brought VIZIO's SmartCast Operating System under the Walmart umbrella, enhancing Walmart Connect's ability to deliver personalized, scalable advertising solutions. Walmart Connect posted 31% growth in the United States, while Sam's Club advertising grew 21%. Internationally, ad revenues rose 20%, led by strong performance from Flipkart. Membership income also played a vital role. Overall membership fees rose nearly 15% year over year in the fiscal first quarter. Sam's Club U.S. saw solid gains in member growth, renewal rates and an increase in Plus memberships, driving a 9.6% rise in membership income. Walmart+ delivered double-digit income growth, while Sam's Club China membership income soared over 40%, driven by rising member adoption. Walmart is also scaling its third major growth pillar: marketplace and store-fulfilled delivery. This integrated ecosystem enhances operational efficiency and supports omnichannel retail engagement. By expanding these high-margin verticals, Walmart is positioning itself for sustainable earnings growth and improved shareholder value in a rapidly evolving retail environment. How WMT's Competitors Are Building New Profit Engines Some of WMT's competitors in the retail space are The Kroger Co. KR and Target TGT. The Kroger Co.'s alternative profit businesses, including retail media and health & wellness, continue to contribute to profitability. These businesses generated $1.35 billion in operating profit in fiscal 2024, supported by a 17% increase in retail media revenues. Kroger Precision Marketing ('KPM') is expanding rapidly, with increasing commitments from agencies, reinforcing its position as a high-margin growth driver. As digital engagement grows, Kroger remains focused on leveraging data-driven insights to enhance advertising effectiveness and drive sustained profitability in this segment. Target is accelerating its shift toward high-margin, non-merchandise revenue streams by scaling digital advertising and marketplace services. Roundel, Target's retail ad business, continues to benefit by driving higher engagement, performance and campaign success. Meanwhile, Target Plus — the company's third-party digital marketplace — also delivered double-digit growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. WMT's Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates Shares of Walmart have gained 7.9% year to date compared with the industry 's growth of 8.1%. From a valuation standpoint, WMT trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 36.09X, above the industry's average of 33.08X. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for WMT's fiscal 2026 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 3.2%, whereas its fiscal 2027 earnings estimate suggests a year-over-year uptick of 11.6%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research WMT stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Zacks Names #1 Semiconductor Stock It's only 1/9,000th the size of NVIDIA which skyrocketed more than +800% since we recommended it. NVIDIA is still strong, but our new top chip stock has much more room to boom. With strong earnings growth and an expanding customer base, it's positioned to feed the rampant demand for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Internet of Things. Global semiconductor manufacturing is projected to explode from $452 billion in 2021 to $803 billion by 2028. See This Stock Now for Free >> Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Target Corporation (TGT): Free Stock Analysis Report Walmart Inc. (WMT): Free Stock Analysis Report The Kroger Co. (KR): Free Stock Analysis Report
Daily Mail
09-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Walmart ends popular perk for shoppers as the company braces for the impact of Trump's tariff policy
Walmart has quietly ended a key perk for low-income shoppers. Since 2020, customers using food stamps were exempt from the $6.99 fee on grocery pickup and delivery orders under $35 — a benefit introduced during the pandemic. That exemption has now ended. The fee will once again apply to smaller orders placed by Walmart+ Assist members, the retailer's discounted subscription for those enrolled in programs like SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF. These members, who pay $6.47 a month or $49 a year, had previously enjoyed the same perks as full-price subscribers — including waived basket fees. The $6.99 charge covers the cost of selecting and packing orders and is on top of delivery fees. Walmart says the rollback is part of broader cost-cutting efforts, citing financial uncertainty caused by new tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Walmart has also asked suppliers to absorb some of the tariff-driven price increases and has made staffing changes to cut expenses. Walmart president & CEO Doug McMillon Still, the retail giant remains optimistic. Walmart ended its most recent quarter with $180.6 billion in revenue and reported $681 billion in sales for 2024. Walmart bosses say uncertainty from President Donald Trump's tariffs means they can't give Wall Street the usual forecast on sales and profits — something they haven't done since the pandemic. The company insisted it was confident in making sure they could navigate tariffs along with the fears of a recession. 'We see opportunities to accelerate share gains while maintaining flexibility to invest in price as tariffs are applied to incoming goods,' said chief finance officer John David Rainey. CEO Doug McMillon added that Walmart is closely monitoring costs: 'There are so many variables playing out in terms of what costs are going to be, where people source from. We're going to have to manage this as we always do — daily.'
NBC News
24-03-2025
- Business
- NBC News
Walmart Super Savings Week is happening now — here are the deals actually worth shopping
Spring sales are in full swing, and Walmart shoppers are especially in luck: Walmart Super Savings Week has officially begun, and with it come deals on tech, appliances, cleaning essentials and more. The sale runs online only through April 1, with free shipping available for Walmart Plus members. I've been covering deals and sales across retailers for two years. Below, I rounded up the best Walmart Super Savings Week deals worth knowing about. Best Walmart Super Savings Week deals All of my recommendations below are based on our previous coverage and reporting. I also included a few products NBC Select editors have tried and loved. 4.3-star average rating from 2,609 reviews at Walmart Dyson is a favorite brand of NBC Select staff, and this cordless vacuum is designed with advanced filtration to better pick up allergens like pet hair and dust, according to the brand. It comes with a fluffy cleaner head for hard floors and a motorcar cleaner head that works for deeper cleaning on all floor types. It also includes tools specifically for crevices and pet hair and can transform into a handheld vacuum when needed. Apple Airpods Pro 2 The Airpods Pro 2 are some of our favorite workout headphones for their secure, comfortable fit and great sound quality. They have strong noise cancelling capabilities, and have a battery life of up to 30 hours when using the charging case, according to the brand. These headphones are also dust, sweat and water-resistant. 4.4-star average rating from 293 reviews at Walmart This pizza oven is made with Cordierite stone, which helps keep the oven at a high heat for crispier crusts, according to the brand. It has six pizza presets, including Neapolitan, New York, Thin Crust, Pan, Frozen and Manual, and can be operated indoors. The oven also has a countdown timer and an interior light to help you check your pizza's progress. Apple Airpods 4 4.5-star average rating from 1,754 reviews at Walmart NBC Select reporter Harry Rabinowitz tested the Apple Airpods 4 over two months and likes the earbuds' easy controls and noise-cancelling features. According to the brand, they're compact and lightweight and include a charging case with wireless charging capabilities. 4.7-star average rating from 9,466 reviews at Walmart This mirror is one of my all-time favorite purchases for my bedroom because of its affordable price and durability. It has an arched design and a thin frame that comes in gold, black or silver. It can be either hung from the wall or stood up on the floor. 4.6-star average rating from 1,341 reviews at Walmart According to the brand, these over-ear headphones have up to 40 hours of battery life and can get up to four hours of playback from a 10-minute charge. They have both active noise-cancelling and transparency listening modes and one-touch pairing for easy connectivity. The headphones also come with a USB-C charging cable and a woven carrying case. Keurig K-Supreme Plus Coffee Maker 4.3-star average rating from 9,250 reviews at Walmart You can customize your morning cup of coffee using this Keurig coffee machine 's strength and temperature settings, which also let you save brewing preferences for up to three users, according to the brand. The coffee maker can brew cup sizes ranging from four to 12 ounces, and allows you to brew up to nine cups before having to change the water reservoir. The machine is compatible with any K-Cup pod. Ktaxon 110V Window Air Conditioner 4.5-star average rating from 784 reviews at Walmart This air conditioner is designed to help cool rooms of up to 550 square feet, according to the brand. It has a temperature range of 61 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit, and an LED digital display that lets you control the mode, fan speed, timer and more. The unit also includes a remote. The Pink Stuff Bathroom Foam Spray 4.5-star average rating from 1,761 reviews at Walmart The Pink Stuff makes top-rated cleaning products, and you can save over 50% off on the brand's bathroom cleaner during this sale. It's formulated to help remove stubborn stains and grime by using a foam that helps break down dirt, according to the brand. It can be used on bathroom surfaces like tiles, showers, faucets, toilets and more. Best Walmart Super Savings Week sales Up to 55% off Crocs Up to 40% off home office essentials Up to 40% off spring apparel Up to 50% off handbags Up to 30% off patio and garden Why trust NBC Select? I'm an associate SEO reporter for NBC Select who's been covering deals and sales for over a year, including major sale events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday/Cyber Monday and more. To round up the best Walmart Super Savings Week sales, I found highly-rated, discounted products across categories, including NBC Select staff favorites and products previously recommended by experts.
