BENTONVILLE, Ark. – August 21, 2025 – Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) today delivered a strong earnings report, demonstrating the powerful efficacy of its strategic investments in omnichannel retail and digital monetization. Propelled by exceptional growth in its global e-commerce and advertising segments, the retail giant announced a raised financial outlook for the full fiscal year, signaling confidence in its operational trajectory and market position.
Also reported by CWEB Business News, Walmart now anticipates consolidated net sales growth of 3.75% to 4.75%, an increase from its prior projection of 3% to 4%. The company also slightly raised its adjusted earnings per share (EPS) guidance to a range of $2.52 to $2.62, up from $2.50 to $2.60.
“Our team delivered a strong quarter, reflecting the strength of our omnichannel model and the continued resonance of our value proposition with customers,” said a company spokesperson. “While we navigated some discrete financial headwinds, the underlying business performance remains robust, allowing us to confidently raise our guidance for the year.”
The quarter was marked by a notable divergence between top-line strength and bottom-line performance. The company posted revenue of $177.40 billion, surpassing analyst expectations of $176.16 billion and representing a 5.6% increase on a constant currency basis.
Key Growth Engines Fire on All Cylinders
The standout performers of the quarter were undeniably Walmart’s future-facing business units:
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Global E-Commerce Surge: Global e-commerce sales skyrocketed 25%, with the U.S. segment growing an impressive 26%. This growth is increasingly driven by the efficiency of Walmart’s store-fulfilled model, with sales for pickup and delivery of groceries and general merchandise soaring nearly 50% year-over-year. Notably, one-third of these orders utilized expedited delivery options, highlighting consumer demand for speed and convenience.
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Advertising Business Accelerates: The global advertising business grew a remarkable 46%, bolstered by the recent acquisition of VIZIO. Walmart Connect, the U.S.-based advertising platform, saw revenue jump 31%, as brands continue to invest heavily in reaching Walmart’s vast, engaged customer base.
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Membership Model Strength: Membership income grew 15.3% globally, underscoring the growing loyalty and engagement within the Walmart+ ecosystem.
Strategic Positioning and Global Sourcing
CFO John David Rainey provided critical context on the company’s global supply chain strategy, noting that approximately one-third of merchandise sold in the U.S. is sourced internationally. He identified China, Mexico, Canada, Vietnam, and India as Walmart’s largest import markets, a diversification strategy that strengthens its value leadership and supply chain resilience.
Despite the quarter’s profit pressures, Walmart’s core operational health was evident. The gross margin rate expanded by 4 basis points, led by improvements in Walmart U.S., and the company maintained strong returns, with Return on Assets (ROA) at 8.3% and Return on Investment (ROI) at 15.1%.
Walmart (WMT) will host a conference call at 7 a.m. CST today to discuss these results with the investment community. A live webcast and archived replay will be available on the company’s corporate website.
About Walmart
Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer dedicated to helping people save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in stores, online, and through mobile devices. Each week, approximately 270 million customers and members visit more than 10,750 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide and continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity.
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