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Walmart Stock Slides After Earnings—Walton Family Loses Billions

1. Walmart shares dropped over 6.8% after its Q4 earnings report. The decline pulled billions from Walton heirs’ net worth. 2. Forecast for FY2026 was below expectations due to anticipated tariff and foreign exchange pressures. This weaker guidance unsettled investors. 3. Robust Q4 performance failed to offset the negative sentiment. The warning about tariffs stressed the need for supplier adjustments.

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Why Bearish?

Although Q4 sales and EPS beat estimates, the cautious guidance and tariff concerns triggered a steep sell-off. Historical reactions to earnings misses in retail have led to sharp declines, supporting the bearish outlook.

How important is it?

The earnings miss and downgraded forecast directly affect near-term investor sentiment and trading, making the story highly impactful for WMT.

Why Short Term?

The market's immediate reaction, visible in the worst day in over a year, suggests a short-term impact despite strong long-term fundamentals.

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