Walmart Expands Delivery Network, Boosts Omnichannel Strategy

Walmart is expanding its delivery network to deepen convenience and give customers more reasons to choose Walmart across shopping occasions. In Q2, Walmart U.S. e-commerce sales rose 24%, with store-fulfilled delivery sales growing 43%. Expedited deliveries accounted for 37% of store-fulfilled orders, while fast delivery rose 48%. The company's store network serves as last-mile fulfillment nodes for 80% of e-commerce orders and 100% of fast deliveries. Walmart's digital capabilities are driving market share gains, and faster delivery is becoming a bigger part of its omnichannel strategy.