Walmart closed fiscal year 2025 with results above expected, driven by solid growth in sales and e-commerce. The company’s total income reached $680.98 billion, a 5.1% increase from the previous year, while operational profits grew 8.6% to $29.34 billion.
The fourth quarter saw income add $180.55 billion, a 4.1% increase, and e-commerce experienced 16% growth driven by faster deliveries and greater adoption of Marketplace in the US, standing at $5.25 billion. This significant growth in e-commerce is a testament to Walmart’s efforts to enhance its online presence and provide customers with a seamless shopping experience.
For fiscal year 2026, Walmart projects a growth of 3% to 4% in sales and 3.5% to 5.5% in adjusted operational profits, considering the impact of the acquisition of Vizio and the effect of the leap year. CEO Doug McMillon emphasized that the company continues to gain market share and is investing in operational efficiency. As part of this strategy, Walmart also announced the elimination of certain jobs and the closing of an office in North Carolina to centralize its operations.
Market Performance and Strategy
Walmart’s strong performance can be attributed to its low prices, growing assortment, and strengthened e-commerce business with faster delivery times. The company is focusing on growth, improving operational margins, and strengthening return on investment (ROI) while investing to bring better experiences to clients and partners.
According to Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart, “Our team ended the year with another quarter of solid results. We have an impulse driven by our low prices, a growing assortment, and an e-commerce business strengthened by faster delivery times. We are gaining market share, our income line is healthy, and we are in an excellent position with the inventory. We will remain focused on growth, the improvement of operational margins, and strengthening the return on investment (ROI) while we invest to bring our clients and partners even better.”
Future Outlook
As Walmart looks to the future, it’s clear that the company is committed to building on its current momentum. With a focus on e-commerce, operational efficiency, and customer experience, Walmart is well-positioned for continued growth and success in the ever-changing retail landscape.