Walmart is holding two “Black Friday Deal” events this year for the first time, in addition to its Cyber Monday events plans. The events include: Walmart+ members gain early access to the deals. “For years, Walmart has owned Black Friday — and this year we’re proving why,” John Furner, president and CEO, Walmart U.S., said…

Walmart has tested the waters in a return to direct-mailed physical product catalogs. Should it continue with this experiment next season?

Walmart is making a further play into the collectibles market. Will it present a challenge to eBay?

OpenAI and Walmart are set to embark on a partnership which could change ecommerce forever. Will this prove as fruitful as promised?

Kroger is on the hunt for its next CEO. Who’s in the running, and what capabilities are most important?

In its latest bit of headline-grabbing news, Walmart made waves by signaling the introduction of a large-scale inventory operation, one involving the deployment of a massive number of internet of things (IoT) devices throughout its entire supply chain. According to CNBC, Walmart will be deploying millions of ambient, battery-free IoT sensors at all touchpoints of…

Walmart acquired two Pennsylvania shopping centers — Monroeville Mall and Bethel Park Shopping Center — earlier this year and just revealed plans to turn the Monroeville location into a mixed-use development featuring retail, dining and entertainment space. A New York Times article covering the pending Monroeville Mall demolition said Walmart’s plans appear to mark its…

Giant Eagle is facing increased competition from Wegmans and Walmart. How can it best defend its turf?

Office Depot is raising its standards for free in-store and curbside pickup delivery. Will this force competitors to match?

Walmart is planning an expansionary phase, opening new locations where it hadn’t previously. Can it successfully reduce public displeasure as it does so?

Walmart is expanding its live shopping footprint. But, can it compete against TikTok Shop and Whatnot?

The Container Store is demanding price cuts from vendors. Is it being too forward?

Walmart is expanding its employee discount to include all grocery categories on a year-round basis. Will this put pressure on competitors to follow suit?

Amazon announced a same-day grocery delivery service for 1,000 cities and towns. How worried should Walmart, Instacart, and other competitors be?

Walmart has introduced Weekend Academy, a budget-conscious collection aimed at the often-fickle tween customer. Walmart said in a press release, “The assortment was designed with today’s tweens in mind, offering on-trend styles they crave at prices their parents will love — including most items available for under $15, with many priced at less than $10.”…

Walmart is reportedly restructuring store-support and training roles as it looks to simplify its organizational structure in an apparent shift from a corporate to more of a local focus. Bloomberg, which first reported the news, said that hundreds of store-support roles would be affected. Walmart Eliminates Market Coordinator Role, Trims Academy Coach and Coordinator Roles…

Target is working hard to repair its image, and its bottom line. Will its turnaround effort succeed in the near term?

Supermarkets appear to be losing ground when it comes to Gen Z and millennial wallets. Can they mount a turnaround?

Amazon plans to expand its same-day and next-day Prime delivery service to over 4,000 smaller cities and rural regions in the U.S. by the end of 2025. How should Walmart and other retailers serving those regions respond?

AI is being increasingly leveraged by both job hunters and HR departments. Will AI agents one day conduct the bulk of hiring interviews?

Stablecoins, backed by the U.S. dollar, may become an option for Walmart and Amazon purchases.

Walmart has launched a new ad campaign featuring Hollywood actor Walton Goggins.

Walmart heiress refuses to recognize Donald Trump as a ‘king.’

Walmart’s latest AI innovation promises to create a personalized shopping experience.

Walmart continues to elevate the shopping experience with the rapid growth of this service.

Walmart customers will have two credit card options through the OnePay app.

Walmart is doubling down on its efforts to attract new customers and retain current ones during these uncertain economic times.

Walmart has partnered with the Wienerschnitzel brand.

Walmart is seemingly raising prices as a result of President Trump’s tariffs.

Walmart is further enhancing its agentic AI capabilities to improve logistics and customer service.

Walmart revealed last week that it’s eliminating about 1,500 jobs across technology functions and U.S. operations. What obvious and less obvious tech skills gaps do you see within retail’s IT and tech departments?

Walmart allegedly violated New York state law by selling realistic toy guns.

Amazon and Walmart have both enjoyed massive success in retail, but how do their philosophies differ? Which may engender more success in 2025 and beyond?

The FTC voted to drop the case against Pepsi for allegedly favoring Walmart over smaller retailers.

Walmart is reorganizing some departments and laying off workers.

Kroger will no longer be using Ship.

Walmart is getting a facelift.

Walmart’s Vision Center continues to evolve and serve all customer needs.

Consumers might see higher prices at Walmart starting later this month.

Walmart is celebrating all the ways pets give back to a family in May.

Walmart’s Grow With US program helps small businesses succeed.

Walmart+ customers can score big savings at the pump.

Walmart’s Beauty Event will run from now until May 31.

Walmart is launching a pilot program which will see 40 Beauty Bars installed in select stores. Will this pilot project lead to further expansion?

Real American Beer is expanding quickly, and beer fans can now find it at Walmart.

Walmart is leaning on its retail media network clients to spend an additional 25% year-over-year in 2025. Is this ask fair?

Walmart’s executives put a cheery face on the company’s strategy to stare down tariffs. Is Walmart correct to be so optimistic in its public messaging?

On top of new warehouses, Sam’s CLub is remodeling 600 other locations.

Walmart issued its sales guidance as part of a broader corporate news report, but one metric was notably absent: a projected range for its Q1 2025 operating income growth figures.

Walmart+ Week will run from April 28 through May 4.