WMT Earnings

WMT reported its earnings on 2026-02-19, showcasing a revenue of 190.66B against an estimate of 189.99B, resulting in a 0.35% surprise. The EPS was 0.74, surpassing the expected 0.73 by 1.37%. The stock experienced a -1.38% price change on the earnings day and a 0.1% change over the next five days, reflecting market reactions to the results.

Following WMT's earnings announcement on 2026-02-19, the stock price moved by -1.38% on the day of the release. Over the subsequent five days, it saw a 0.1% change. Historically, WMT's stock price tends to shift by an average of -0.41% in the 10 days leading up to earnings and 2.12% in the 10 days following, providing insight into potential market.

For 2027/Q1, analysts estimate WMT's annual revenue to reach 172.35B, while the EPS is projected at 0.68. These estimates reflect recent revisions, with revenue estimates revised upward by 0.03% and EPS estimates unchanged by 0% over the past three months, indicating analyst expectation in the company's performance.

The correlation between WMT's stock price and earnings forecast revisions shows that positive revisions in revenue or EPS often strengthen the stock's fundamentals. Over the past three months, revenue estimates for FY2026 were revised upward by 0.03%, while EPS estimates moved unchanged by 0%. This trend suggests that price dips could present buying opportunities for investors.

Based on historical trends, WMT's stock price typically moves by -0.41% in the 10 days before its earnings and 2.12% in the 10 days after. For the upcoming 2027/Q1 earnings, analysts expect an EPS of 0.68 and revenue of 172.35B.

The earnings call indicates positive financial performance with strong e-commerce growth and advertising revenue. Walmart's strategic focus on AI-driven personalization, omni-channel strategy, and inventory management improvements are promising. The guidance increase for sales and operating income growth suggests optimism. However, some concerns remain, like potential cost impacts and the unclear timeline for marketplace profitability. Overall, the sentiment leans positive, expecting a stock price increase in the near term.