WMT stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering Walmart Inc. currently rate the stock a Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $127.42 — +18.0% versus the last price of $107.98. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
WMT historical returns
Based on monthly dividend-adjusted prices. See the full breakdown on what if you had invested in WMT.
WMT annual returns by year
Congress trading in WMT
35 members of Congress have disclosed trading WMT — 44 purchases and 27 sales worth an estimated $1.1M. Most recent disclosure: Aug 26, 2026.
See who in Congress traded WMT →Insider activity in WMT
WMT's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 11 sales ($8.9M) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Sep 17, 2026.
| Sep 17, 2026 | Furner John R. | President & CEO | Sell | $754,006 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Furner John R. | President & CEO | Sell | $645,872 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Nicholas Christopher James | Executive Vice President | Sell | $160,264 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Nicholas Christopher James | Executive Vice President | Sell | $149,022 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Bartlett Daniel J | Executive Vice President | Sell | $415,298 |
About Walmart Inc.
Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail and wholesale stores and clubs, ecommerce websites, and mobile applications worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club U.S. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; and ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites. It offers grocery items, including dry grocery, snacks, dairy, meat, produce, deli and bakery, frozen foods, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, as well as consumables, such as health and beauty aids, pet supplies, household chemicals, paper goods, and baby products; and fuel and other categories. In addition, it is involved in the provision of health and wellness products covering pharmacy, optical and hearing services, over-the-counter drugs, and protein and nutrition products; and home, hardlines, and seasonal items, including home improvement, outdoor living, gardening, furniture, apparel, jewelry, tools and power equipment, housewares, toys, and mattresses. Further, the company offers consumer electronics and accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Additionally, it operates digital payment platforms; offers financial services and related products, including money transfers, bill payments, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access; and markets lines of merchandise under private and licensed brands. The company was formerly known as Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and changed its name to Walmart Inc. in February 2018. Walmart Inc. was founded in 1945 and is based in Bentonville, Arkansas.
WMT Key Statistics
WMT in plain English
- P/E ratio (39.1) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of WMT's yearly profit. That's a fairly normal range.
- ROE (22.31%) — how efficiently the company turns shareholders' money into profit. Above ~20% is considered strong.
- Profit margin (3.00%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (0.92%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
WMT stock: frequently asked questions
What is Walmart Inc.'s stock price today?
Walmart Inc. (WMT) last traded at $107.98 on the NASDAQ. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $98.88 and $135.16.
Is WMT stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on WMT is "Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $127.42 — about +18.0% versus the current price of $107.98. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in WMT 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in Walmart Inc. made 10 years ago would be worth about $5,308 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 431%, or 18.2% per year.
Does WMT pay a dividend?
Yes. Walmart Inc. currently pays a dividend yielding about 0.92% per year at today's share price.
What is WMT's P/E ratio?
WMT trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 39.1, and 33.4 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade WMT stock?
Yes — 35 members of Congress have disclosed trades in WMT under the STOCK Act, totaling 44 purchases and 27 sales worth an estimated $1.1M.
What is Walmart Inc.'s ticker symbol?
Walmart Inc. trades under the ticker symbol WMT on the NASDAQ.
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