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Walmart’s stock was once a market darling. Now its tech-fueled valuation faces a reality check.

Walmart’s stock was once a market darling. Now its tech-fueled valuation faces a reality check.
MarketWatch Friday 05 June 2026, 10:44 UTC By Bill Peters 1 min read
Key Points

Walmart shares have lagged peers and the S&P 500 this year, with some analysts noting that business is still dominated by low-margin grocery sales.

Walmart shares have lagged peers and the S&P 500 this year, with some analysts noting that business is still dominated by low-margin grocery sales.
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