- Walmart CEO Rules Out Personalized Pricing Amid AI Retail Transformation
Walmart CEO John Furner issued a memo stating that the company will not implement personalized pricing using AI or digital shelf labels. This decision was communicated in an open letter to employees and customers, emphasizing the retailer's commitment to maintaining consistent pricing for all shoppers.
Product·2 articles / 2 outlets·11h ago
- Goldman Analyst Discusses Retail Landscape Amid Inflation and Supply Chain Issues
Goldman retail analyst Kate McShane joined Bloomberg Open Interest to discuss the impact of inflation, higher gas prices, and ongoing supply chain issues on the retail sector. She highlighted how these factors are reshaping consumer behavior, with value-seeking trends emerging across all income levels.
Macro·1 article / 1 outlet·3d ago
- Amazon Plans 1,000 Same-Day Delivery Hubs to Compete with Walmart
BofA analysts say Amazon's reported plans to expand same-day fulfillment centers represent an effort to make basic goods 'immediately accessible.'
Product·2 articles / 2 outlets·9d ago
- Strong Retail Sales Mask Consumer Divide Amid Rising Costs, Says Analyst Kodali
Forrester analyst Sucharita Kodali says strong retail sales are hiding a major divide in the US consumer. Higher-income shoppers are still spending, while rising gas costs squeeze lower-income households.
Macro·1 article / 1 outlet·10d ago
- Walmart Faces Pressure as Fed Interest-Rate Hike Approaches
Stocks that are most closely tied to the health of the US consumer have trailed the broader market badly this year.
Macro·1 article / 1 outlet·10d ago
- Walmart And Insurer Scan Health To Sell Medicare Advantage Plans
Walmart Inc. and nonprofit insurer Scan Health Plan are partnering to sell Medicare Advantage plans to seniors. They are betting that they can use the big-box retailer’s data to push down the cost of healthcare.
Product·1 article / 1 outlet·10d ago
- Walmart Expands Restaurant Delivery With Papa John’s Deal
Walmart Inc. will start delivering food orders from Papa John’s International Inc. as the big-box retailer expands into restaurant delivery. This move ramps up competition with companies such as Uber Technologies Inc. and DoorDash Inc.
Deals·1 article / 1 outlet·16d ago
- Retailers Diverge on Tariff Refunds: Walmart and Home Depot Take Different Approaches
Retailers have diverged on how they've reported tariff refunds in their earnings this quarter, with some choosing to lower prices and others boosting margins.
Earnings·2 articles / 2 outlets·20d ago
- Amazon, Walmart Face Data Requests in DOJ Beef Antitrust Probe
The US Justice Department expanded its antitrust inquiry of the meatpacking industry by demanding information on surging beef prices from eight major food retailers, including Amazon.com Inc., Costco Wholesale Corp. and Walmart Inc.
Legal·1 article / 1 outlet·24d ago
- Walmart Settles US Government's Opioid Lawsuit for Undisclosed Amount
Walmart has reached a settlement with the U.S. government regarding a long-running opioid lawsuit involving its pharmacies. The terms of the settlement, including the financial details, have not been disclosed.
Legal·1 article / 1 outlet·29d ago
- Nike Hires Walmart Veteran Ewing as Chief Commercial Officer
Nike Inc. said it hired Jane Ewing from Walmart Inc. to become the sportswear company’s chief commercial officer.
Deals·1 article / 1 outlet·30d ago
- Walmart's Chief Communications Executive to Leave Company Early Next Year
Walmart Inc.’s head of communications is stepping down early next year, and the retailer will look for a replacement externally.
Macro·1 article / 1 outlet·36d ago