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- **Revenue Growth**: 5.9% constant currency sales growth, 8% adjusted operating income growth, driven by e-commerce (27% global) and strong U.S. comps (4.5%).
- **AI and Tech**: Expanding AI in supply chain and customer experience; Flipkart's BBD event saw 87 orders/sec, reducing e-commerce losses by 50%.
- **Financial Strength**: Non-GAAP EPS of $1.08, operating income up 8%, with advertising (53% growth) and membership (17% growth) driving diversification.
- **Tariff Resilience**: 7,400 active price rollbacks, 2,000 becoming permanent EDLP; disciplined mix management offsets tariff pressure.
- **Leadership Transition**: John Furner succeeds Doug McMillon, with focus on AI, omnichannel retail, and global expansion (e.g., China e-commerce at 50% penetration).
- **Risks**: U.S. max fare pricing law may cap pharmacy sales growth in 2026; low-income households face cost pressure, but Walmart's value proposition remains strong.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Overall sales grew 5.9% in constant currency, with adjusted operating income up 8%. U.S. comps rose 4.5%, driven by e-commerce (28% growth) and strong performance in fashion, grocery, and health categories.
- **Leadership Transition**: John Furner succeeds Doug McMillon as CEO, with confidence in his ability to lead through AI and omnichannel strategies.
- **Segment Highlights**: International segment led growth with 11.4% sales increase, Flipkart's Big Billion Days event driving record sales. Sam's Club U.S. saw 3.8% comp growth, with e-commerce up 22%.
- **AI and Tech Investments**: Expanding AI in supply chain, e-commerce, and customer experience; partnership with OpenAI for seamless shopping via ChatGPT.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Performance**: GAAP net income of $420 million, Non-GAAP EPS of $1.08 (vs. $0.95 prior). Operating income grew 8% in constant currency, outpacing sales.
- **E-commerce Momentum**: Global e-commerce sales up 27%, with U.S. e-commerce contributing 1/3 of adjusted operating income. Advertising revenue rose 53%, membership income 17%.
- **Guidance Update**: Full-year sales growth revised to 4.8-5.1% (prev. 3.75-4.75%), operating income growth 4.8-5.5%. Q4 EPS expected $0.67-0.72.
- **Tariff Management**: Despite tariffs, disciplined pricing and mix management maintained margins; 7,400 active rollbacks in U.S., 2,000 becoming permanent EDLP.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Agentic AI**: Walmart's digital agent (Sparky) enhances personalization, with 20% of Chilean e-commerce orders generated by AI recommendations. Global e-commerce losses reduced by 50%.
- **Consumer Trends**: Consistent Q3 performance across income cohorts, with higher-income households driving growth. Low-income households face pressure, but Walmart's value proposition mitigates risk.
- **Tariff Impact**: Tariffs on key categories (e.g., electronics) offset by cost control and business mix shifts. Pharmacy business may face $100M+ impact from U.S. max fare pricing law in 2026.
- **International Strength**: China e-commerce penetration at 50%, with 80% of digital orders delivered in under an hour. Flipkart's BBD event drove 87 orders/sec, 34% growth in international advertising.
- **Membership Growth**: Walmart+ net adds strongest on record, Sam's Club U.S. membership income up 7%. OnePay credit card and streaming benefits drive engagement.


Walmart Inc. (WMT) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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