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Walmart Maintains Sales Outlook Amid Tariff Challenges

Walmart reaffirms full-year sales growth despite withdrawing first-quarter profit guidance due to rising tariffs and economic uncertainty.

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Updated: Apr 10th, 2025, 1:23 AM ET

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Walmart stands firm on its full-year sales and operating income forecast, predicting 3-4% growth despite withdrawing first-quarter profit guidance amid escalating tariffs from the Trump administration. The retailer aims to maintain pricing flexibility for customers as other businesses slow orders and hiring due to similar tariff pressures. With over two-thirds of its merchandise sourced domestically, Walmart believes it can navigate through these economic challenges effectively, even as it faces potential impacts on lower- and middle-income shoppers who have been affected by inflation.


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  • Walmart maintains its full-year sales outlook despite pulling back on first-quarter profit guidance due to tariff uncertainties.

  • The company sees potential opportunities to gain market share against competitors, leveraging its scale and supplier network.

  • Concerns are raised about the impact of new tariffs on lower- and middle-income shoppers, particularly in the context of rising inflation.


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