Happy Customers Lead to Positive Results for Wal-mart (WMT); Cowen Reiterates Market Perform

Walmart and NFWF Announce Renewal of Acres for America Program for 10 Additional Years

BENTONVILLE, AR -- (Marketwired) -- 11/17/15 -- Walmart and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced a 10-year, $35 million renewal of the Acres for America program, one of the most effective public-private partnerships in the history of U.S. conservation efforts. In its first 10 years, the program has protected more than 1 million acres through 61 projects in 33 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. With this renewal, Walmart and NFWF are committed to doubling this success in the next decade.

Acres for America began in 2005, when Walmart made its first commitment of $35 million to purchase and... More

Walmart Marks Fulfillment of Key Global Responsibility Commitments

Company celebrates 10 years of progress towards aspirational sustainability goals at Milestone Meeting, announces new commitment to preserve wildlife habitat

BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- In front of an audience of associates, suppliers and nonprofit organizations at its Global Sustainability Milestone Meeting, Walmart today announced the completion of commitments to reduce 20 million metric tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its global supply chain, double fleet efficiency, and expanded an existing commitment to preserve wildlife habitat. The company also highlighted major progress around a... More

Walmart reports Q3 FY 16 EPS of $1.03, Walmart U.S. added $2.7 billion in sales, comp sales of 1.5%

Q3 diluted EPS from continuing operations was $1.03, benefited by approximately $0.04 from an adjustment for certain leases. Currency negatively impacted EPS by $0.04. Total revenue was $117.4 billion. On a constant currency basis, total revenue was $122.4 billion, an increase of 2.8%. Comp sales at Walmart U.S. were positive for the fifth consecutive quarter, up 1.5%. Traffic increased 1.7%. Customer experience scores continued to strengthen. Neighborhood Market comps increased approximately 8%, with strong growth from newer stores. Walmart International net sales were $29.8 billion. On a constant... More