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Do Tariffs Really Raise Prices?
The Economy

Do Tariffs Really Raise Prices?

The effects of supply and demand dictate that in many cases, tariffs actually result in lower prices for consumers.
By David McCann | June 18, 2019
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Walmart Gets Big Sales Boost From E-Commerce
Financial Performance

Walmart Gets Big Sales Boost From E-Commerce

"Walmart is now a major competitive force in e-commerce and is capable of capturing shopper share from Amazon and others.”
By Matthew Heller | May 16, 2019
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Ford, Walmart Unveil AV Grocery Delivery Project
Technology

Ford, Walmart Unveil AV Grocery Delivery Project

The collaboration could boost Ford's efforts to develop commercial uses for self-driving technology.
By Matthew Heller | November 14, 2018
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Walmart Files Suit Against Synchrony Financial
Regulation

Walmart Files Suit Against Synchrony Financial

The retail giant is seeking $800 million in damages from its former private-label credit card partner.
By William Sprouse | November 5, 2018
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Walmart Shares Jump 9% on ‘Banner’ Quarter
Financial Performance

Walmart Shares Jump 9% on ‘Banner’ Quarter

U.S. same-store sales rose 4.5% — the best growth in more than a decade — amid a particularly strong performance in Walmart's grocery business.
By Matthew Heller | August 16, 2018
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Walmart CEO’s Pay Rises 2% to $22.8 Million
Leadership

Walmart CEO’s Pay Rises 2% to $22.8 Million

Doug McMillon outearned the typical Walmart employee by a ratio of 1,888 to 1 in 2017, the company discloses.
By Matthew Heller | April 20, 2018
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Dollar Tree Shares Drop 16% on Earnings Miss
Financial Performance

Dollar Tree Shares Drop 16% on Earnings Miss

The rough holiday quarter for discount chains continues as Dollar Tree's margins were pressured by rising labor and freight costs.
By Matthew Heller | March 7, 2018
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Walmart Online Sales Growth Slows to 23%
Financial Performance

Walmart Online Sales Growth Slows to 23%

The company cited "operational challenges" in fulfilling orders but the slowdown "reflects a broader challenge at Walmart" as it plays catch-up with Amazon.
By Matthew Heller | February 20, 2018
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Toys R Us Plans Closures of up to 182 Stores
Strategy

Toys R Us Plans Closures of up to 182 Stores

The retailer says the closures are a "critical component" of its business plan as it seeks to emerge from bankruptcy.
By Matthew Heller | January 24, 2018
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Wal-Mart Heads Into Holidays on Sales Surge
Financial Performance

Wal-Mart Heads Into Holidays on Sales Surge

Grocery categories delivered the strongest quarterly performance in nearly six years and e-commerce grew 50% in the third quarter.
By Matthew Heller | November 17, 2017
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E-Commerce to Power Walmart Sales in 2019
Strategy

E-Commerce to Power Walmart Sales in 2019

"No doubt we are in a transformational period of history. Our future is looking more digital," says CEO Doug McMillon.
By Matthew Heller | October 10, 2017
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Walmart’s E-Commerce Sales Jump 60% in Q2
Financial Performance

Walmart’s E-Commerce Sales Jump 60% in Q2

The retail giant has made aggressive moves to compete with Amazon and now offers online grocery in more than 900 U.S. locations.
By Matthew Heller | August 18, 2017
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J.C. Penney Names New CFO
Recruiting

J.C. Penney Names New CFO

The hiring of Jeffrey Davis, former finance chief at Darden Restaurants, comes in the wake of Edward Record's resignation earlier this month.
By Vincent Ryan | July 25, 2017
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Costco Hikes Fees by $5 as Q2 Earnings Miss
Strategy

Costco Hikes Fees by $5 as Q2 Earnings Miss

CFO Richard Galanti says the competitive challenges Costco is facing from Sam's Club and Target are “formidable.”
By Matthew Heller | March 6, 2017
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Walmart’s Online Sales Increase 29% in Q4
Financial Performance

Walmart’s Online Sales Increase 29% in Q4

Comp sales were up at all Walmart's retail formats though analysts are wondering when sales growth will translate into earnings growth.
By Matthew Heller | February 23, 2017
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