Select Walmart Standard sales amid tariff fears. “One of the most placed retailers to mitigate the definitions,” says the analyst – Walmart (NYSE: WMT).

like Walmart Inc. WMT It is preparing for its annual results on February 20, Wall Street expects standard sales. However, the possible effect of new definitions on retail giant operations can be a cause of concern.

What happened: Walmart on the right track to detect standard annual sales for more than 4,600 American stores. LSEG estimates indicate an increase in revenues of about 5 % to 680.47 billion dollars for financial termination on January 31, Reuters said on Wednesday.

Despite encouraging sales expectations, there are concerns among investors about the retail seller’s exposure to the new definitions offered by the president Donald Trump On the goods produced in China, India, Mexico and Canada. Wal -Mart, known for its focus on low prices, is a large amount of its products from these countries. According to the American customs data released on February 1, Walmart was among other American companies that were constantly accumulating supplies before the Trump tariff was imposed.

With 40 % of its sales from estimated goods such as clothes, electronics and games, the effect of these definitions can be important for Walmart. Analysts expect a slowdown in the growth of Walmart revenues to 4 % for the current year, amid concerns related to possible tariffs.

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Why do it matter: Brian MolberryCustomer portfolio manager in Zacks Management Investment ManagementHe said he would use the interior Walmart brand, a great value, as a scale for the effect of customs tariffs. He pointed out that more than 70 % of home and non -food products sold under this brand are obtained from China.

In its annual presentation in April 2024, Walmart warned that major changes in tax and commercial policies, including customs tariffs, may negatively affect its performance and financial performance. Also in November, Financial Director Lol Mart, John David Rene Tell CNBC, “We never want to raise prices.” However, he mentioned that they may have to do so on selected elements if the proposed tariff for President Donald Trump becomes effective.

but, UBS analyst Michael Laser It is believed that consumers may flow to Wal -Mart more for low -price commodities due to increased inflationary pressure. “We believe that Walmart will be one of the most placed retailers in a position to reduce customs tariffs or management, given its leadership leadership, purchase strength, and global sources.”

Standard sales expectation comes in the wake of a strong performance from the share of Walmart, which increased by approximately 15 % on an annual basis, and is partially attributed to its acquisition of Monroeville Mall of $ 34 million in positions by many money in the fourth quarter, hinting indicators of excessive momentum in optimism To a possible decline.

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