Walmart Sees 5.6% Sales Growth with Online Sales Hitting Record 23% Share

Walmart reported impressive fourth-quarter results on Thursday, as consumers continued to prioritize value and convenience. This trend has significantly boosted online sales, which now represent a record share of the retailer’s overall business.

The company announced fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $190.7 billion, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the previous year. U.S. comparable sales rose by 4.6%, driven by a 2.6% increase in transactions and a 2% rise in the average amount spent per visit.

Interestingly, grocery prices saw only a modest increase of 0.6% year-over-year, with certain categories, such as eggs and dairy, even experiencing price declines.

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The company reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $190.7 billion. (Gabby Jones/Getty Images)

Global e-commerce sales surged by 24% during the quarter, with a remarkable 27% increase in the U.S. market. Online sales now account for 23% of Walmart’s total sales, the highest percentage in the company’s history.

This growth was partly fueled by a nearly 50% increase in store-fulfilled delivery, as Walmart expanded its faster delivery options, now reaching most U.S. households within hours.

Walmart’s profits grew faster than overall sales in the quarter. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

The retailer has successfully gained market share across various income tiers, including higher-income households. This indicates that Walmart’s pricing and convenience strategies are resonating with a broader audience beyond just budget-conscious shoppers.

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Walmart’s profits outpaced overall sales growth in the quarter, with adjusted operating income rising approximately 10%, compared to a 5% increase in sales. This growth was driven by higher-margin sectors, including advertising and membership programs. Advertising revenue surged by 37% globally, with a 41% increase for Walmart Connect in the U.S. Membership fee income also rose by over 15%, collectively accounting for nearly one-third of operating income during the quarter.

Walmart expects sales to rise 3.5% to 4.5% in the full current fiscal year. (Brian Kaiser/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Walmart’s inventory growth has remained below the pace of sales growth, reflecting a disciplined approach to supply chain management. Looking ahead, the retailer anticipates sales to increase by 3.5% to 4.5% for the full current fiscal year, with operating profit projected to rise by 6% to 8%.

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The results indicate that U.S. consumers remain resilient, maintaining a focus on value while Walmart’s investments in digital services, faster delivery, and higher-margin revenue streams continue to enhance its competitive edge.

Walmart reported impressive fourth-quarter results on Thursday, as consumers continued to prioritize value and convenience. This trend has significantly boosted online sales, which now represent a record share of the retailer’s overall business.

The company announced fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $190.7 billion, marking a 5.6% increase compared to the previous year. U.S. comparable sales rose by 4.6%, driven by a 2.6% increase in transactions and a 2% rise in the average amount spent per visit.

Interestingly, grocery prices saw only a modest increase of 0.6% year-over-year, with certain categories, such as eggs and dairy, even experiencing price declines.

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The company reported fiscal fourth-quarter revenue of $190.7 billion. (Gabby Jones/Getty Images)

Global e-commerce sales surged by 24% during the quarter, with a remarkable 27% increase in the U.S. market. Online sales now account for 23% of Walmart’s total sales, the highest percentage in the company’s history.

This growth was partly fueled by a nearly 50% increase in store-fulfilled delivery, as Walmart expanded its faster delivery options, now reaching most U.S. households within hours.

Walmart’s profits grew faster than overall sales in the quarter. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

The retailer has successfully gained market share across various income tiers, including higher-income households. This indicates that Walmart’s pricing and convenience strategies are resonating with a broader audience beyond just budget-conscious shoppers.

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Walmart’s profits outpaced overall sales growth in the quarter, with adjusted operating income rising approximately 10%, compared to a 5% increase in sales. This growth was driven by higher-margin sectors, including advertising and membership programs. Advertising revenue surged by 37% globally, with a 41% increase for Walmart Connect in the U.S. Membership fee income also rose by over 15%, collectively accounting for nearly one-third of operating income during the quarter.

Walmart expects sales to rise 3.5% to 4.5% in the full current fiscal year. (Brian Kaiser/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Walmart’s inventory growth has remained below the pace of sales growth, reflecting a disciplined approach to supply chain management. Looking ahead, the retailer anticipates sales to increase by 3.5% to 4.5% for the full current fiscal year, with operating profit projected to rise by 6% to 8%.

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The results indicate that U.S. consumers remain resilient, maintaining a focus on value while Walmart’s investments in digital services, faster delivery, and higher-margin revenue streams continue to enhance its competitive edge.