1808 ET [Dow Jones]--Walmart's backed guidance was a positive announcement relative to expectations and what other retailers may see during this tumultuous time for the market, DA Davidson analysts say in a research note. The big box retailer will invest in price to take market share even as costs increase, but the company is better positioned than most in the current environment, the analysts say. TD Cowen cuts its first-quarter estimate for operating margin growth to the low end of Walmart's guided range of 0.5% to 2%. However, TD Cowen keeps unchanged its FY25 EPS estimate at $2.55, at the midpoint of Walmart's guided range. "We believe Walmart's investments in their triple A strategy --alternative businesses, automation and AI, should begin to pay off and help protect the bottom line," the analysts add. (sabela.ojea@wsj.com)
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April 09, 2025 18:09 ET (22:09 GMT)
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