walmart

Walmart Inc. is an American multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas. The company was founded by Sam Walton in 1962 and incorporated on October 31, 1969.

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Why Walmart’s eCommerce Expansion Is Facing Resistance From Premium Brands
Why Walmart’s eCommerce Expansion Is Facing Resistance From Premium Brands
September 10, 2018  |  Retail

To bring higher-end products to its website, Walmart had courted brands like water-filtration company Katadyn for months. As part of its efforts, the retailer gave...

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Data Dive: Moving In, Doubling Down And Backing Out
Data Dive: Moving In, Doubling Down And Backing Out
September 10, 2018  |  Data Dive

Just because a week goes short, doesn’t mean it can’t be eventful. Last week it felt a bit like the news cycle decided to push...

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Walmart.com’s Foray Into High-End Outdoor Gear Stumbles
Walmart.com’s Foray Into High-End Outdoor Gear Stumbles
September 10, 2018  |  eCommerce

Walmart’s effort to sell pricey camping, hiking, and outdoor gear online hasn’t done well so far, which the Wall Street Journal said could be a...

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Walmart Tests Crowdsourced Delivery Platform
Walmart Tests Crowdsourced Delivery Platform
September 05, 2018  |  Delivery

Walmart announced Wednesday (Sept. 5) that it is testing a new last-mile delivery service dubbed Spark Delivery, which is a crowd-sourced delivery platform. In a...

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How Retailers Are Putting The Spotlight On Toys After Toys R Us
How Retailers Are Putting The Spotlight On Toys After Toys R Us
September 04, 2018  |  Retail

Major retailers are stepping in to fill the void left by Toys R Us: Walmart, in particular, is growing its toy assortment by 30 percent...

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Canned Wine Sales Jump By 43 Percent
Canned Wine Sales Jump By 43 Percent
September 04, 2018  |  Retail

While canned wine is not a new concept, the product has become increasingly popular with consumers. Beverage research firm BW 166 found that sales of...

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Today In Data: Picking Between David And Goliath
Today In Data: Picking Between David And Goliath
September 04, 2018  |  Today In Data

In a David vs. Goliath story, usually the smart money is better on Goliath being bigger, stronger and better armed. The grocery market right now,...

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Walmart Suppliers Thrown By Fulfillment Changes
Walmart Suppliers Thrown By Fulfillment Changes
September 04, 2018  |  B2B Payments

Walmart is reportedly trying out a new fulfillment strategy, and some vendors that use Walmart.com to sell goods are not pleased. Reports in Talk Business...

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Physical Retail Isn’t Dead For Those That Evolve
Physical Retail Isn’t Dead For Those That Evolve
September 04, 2018  |  Retail

Despite vacant malls and bankrupt retailers, it may be too soon to declare the death of the physical store, with some retailers successfully overhauling themselves...

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