Walmart's 0.7% Stock Gain on 54th-Ranked Trading Volume as E-Commerce and Membership Revenue Fuel Growth

On August 18, 2025, Walmart (WMT) rose 0.70% with a trading volume of $1.17 billion, ranking 54th in market activity. The retailer prepares to release Q2 earnings on August 21 amid expectations of sustained growth driven by its expanding e-commerce operations and membership-driven revenue streams.

Analysts highlight Walmart’s resilience against tariff pressures, attributing this to diversified revenue sources and high-margin businesses. The company’s U.S. core operations and international expansion, particularly in China and India, are expected to support a 3.5-4.5% net sales growth. E-commerce momentum, fueled by store-fulfilled pickup and accelerated delivery, has become a critical growth lever, with international same-day delivery rising 35% in Q1.

Membership income remains a key driver, growing 14.8% in Q1 as Walmart+ and Sam’s Club Plus subscriptions surged. Recurring, high-margin fees now provide stability amid traditional retail margin constraints. The shift to service-based revenue is seen as a strategic advantage to offset import cost increases, particularly in electronics and toys.

Wall Street maintains a bullish outlook, with a “Strong Buy” rating on WMT stock and a price target of $130 implying ~30% upside. Earnings are forecast to rise 9% year-on-year to $0.73 per share, supported by improved delivery economics, advertising growth post-Vizio acquisition, and private-label brand expansion. The stock’s RSI of 52.57 suggests room for further gains if results exceed expectations.

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