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Walmart’s Long-Term Financial Performance and Outlook

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ: WMT), the largest brick-and-mortar retailer globally, has reported a stock price increase of approximately 3,240% over the past 30 years, significantly outpacing the S&P 500’s 916% gain. The company has also generated a total return of 5,170% when including reinvested dividends and has raised its dividend annually for 53 consecutive years, solidifying its status as a Dividend King.

From fiscal 2016 to fiscal 2026, Walmart’s revenue and adjusted earnings per share (EPS) grew at compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 4% and 6%, respectively. Analysts forecast that from fiscal 2026 to fiscal 2029, Walmart’s revenue and EPS will grow at CAGRs of 5% and 10%, driven by e-commerce growth and enhancements in its advertising and supply chain sectors.

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