Walmart Inc. reported that its U.S. marketplace sales surged 52% in the second quarter of fiscal 2027, driven by a broader assortment and increased use of Walmart Fulfillment Services. Nearly 50% of U.S. marketplace volume flowed through Walmart Fulfillment Services during the quarter, up nearly 400 basis points from a year earlier. The company also expanded its marketplace capabilities into Mexico and Canada during the quarter. Walmart's shares have gained 6.3% over the past year, compared with the industry's 4.8% growth, while its forward 12-month price-to-earnings ratio stands at 33.51, higher than the industry's 30.67. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Walmart's current fiscal-year sales and earnings per share implies year-over-year growth of 5.3% and 8.7%, respectively.
Walmart Inc.Walmart's marketplace sales surged 52% due to broader assortment and fulfillment services, indicating strong end-customer demand.
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