Walmart shares fell about 9% after the company’s outlook disappointed Wall Street. The move comes ahead of Walmart’s fiscal second-quarter earnings report on Thursday, which is expected to offer a read on consumer conditions and the “K-shaped” economy.
WHO:Wall Street
WHAT:Walmart stock tumbled about 9% after the company’s outlook disappointed investors ahead of its fiscal second-quarter earnings.
WHEN:Reported Aug 20, 2026 at 4:01 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Investors reacted to Walmart’s outlook, which disappointed Wall Street ahead of the upcoming earnings report.
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