NYSE:WMT

Walmart Inc (WMT)

107.10
-0.04 (0.04%)
as of Sep 4, 2026, 11:33:47 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 20 opinions in the last 12 months.

Walmart Inc. (WMT) continues to attract attention from experts with a mix of optimism and caution. Many experts commend the company for its consistent performance, particularly its ability to capture market share and benefit from economic conditions, such as tariff refunds. However, concerns regarding its high price-to-earnings (PE) ratio, which many believe is overvalued, dominate the discussion. Expected earnings growth appears moderate, with some analysts predicting a slowdown, and the question of how the company will perform in a weakening economy weighs on investor sentiment. While some view Walmart as a reliable investment due to its defensive nature and successful e-commerce transition, the consensus leans towards caution regarding its current valuation.

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BUY
There are a pile of US large caps that went out of favour in 2000 and been seeing multiple compression for 12 years. They’ve grown into their earnings and now breaking out of a long term range. Looks extremely good. Winning market share as consumers come "down market".
BUY
Longer-term growth in emerging markets is attractive. Had a good breakout this year, which is very encouraging and it still has more legs.
BUY
He is quite cautious on equities in general but within the equity market the value retailers have been one of the stronger bases to be focused. It's an area that benefits slowly improving employment. This one is executing really well. Same-store sales are coming in very strong.
DON'T BUY
(Market Call Minute.) Headlines on the bribery problems in Mexico are problem and the bigger problem is that management knew about them and kept them quiet.
COMMENT
Great company. Likes their share buyback plan, which is unbelievable. Growth has slowed but if you are looking for a stable company that is trading below market P/E ratio with huge upside in terms of dividends and share buybacks, this is it.
DON'T BUY
Not a huge fan of the business. Avoid a company that has to compete against either Amazon or Costco. Wal-Mart has to compete against both. It will have to do a transition. Weakness after current scandal is not a buying opportunity.
COMMENT
Great company. Their long-term growth is a 8%-9% of the PE of around 12. You could look at this one and find a trade in it. As a consumer staples type of stock it should do okay. Don't “Buy and Hold” this one.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick March 2/11. Up 19.32%.) World's largest retailer and doing quite well in Canada. Trades at a very attractive valuation at 12-13 times earnings. Has a history of buying back shares.
DON'T BUY
Just reported and kind of disappointed the street. Probably on track to earn $5 this year so not very expensive at 12X earnings. Buying back shares at a tremendous rate. Growing their dividends. Would prefer in the mid to low $50's.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 25/10. Up 2.95%.)
COMMENT
Great growth story in the 90s but peaked out around 2000. Trading at a fair multiple now. Dividend was raised and is almost 3%. Would be a seller if the trade at at around $56 and a buyer at around $48. Getting a lot of competition.
PAST TOP PICK
(Top Pick Aug 15/10, Up 6.43%)
BUY
Excellent clout and market share. Challenge will be rising input costs. There is an opportunity of increased sales volumes. Will be a margin squeeze but are hoping for greater sales. Reformatting stores to a more super market style. Good long-term value.
TOP PICK
World’s largest retailer. Just gave a 21% dividend increase. Analysts didn’t like the last quarter when their same store sales growth was negative so the stock was punished. Trading at 11.5X 2011 earnings. Likes that they buy back shares and reduce debt. New focus on merchandising. 2.8% yield.
COMMENT
Has lost its mojo. So much competition with Target and Cosco. They are now the biggest grocery store in North America. Don’t expect double-digit gains. Hard to recommend, except that we could end with higher food inflation.
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