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Rivian's Walmart Interest Fuels Upside Ahead of Key Earnings

Oct 29, 2026, 11:38 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Potential Walmart deal could meaningfully expand Rivian’s addressable market beyond Amazon; earnings timing adds near-term event risk/reward. Historical precedent shows single large customer shifts can drive multiple multiple expansion days, but rumors carry risk if not confirmed.

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Rivian is pursuing new van customers after losing exclusive rights with Amazon. Social-media images hint at a Walmart partnership, with investors seeking clarity in Thursday's earnings report. Van deliveries surged in Q3, underscoring Rivian's leadership in EV delivery—though Walmart’s involvement remains unconfirmed.

Rivian's non-exclusive Amazon van deal has attracted broader interest from others.
Walmart circling Rivian; earnings due after market close Thursday could reveal news.
Q3 delivery vans jumped 8,469; YoY +220.9%, led Rivian's mix.
Year-to-date through Sept 30: 15,685 vans, +130.4% YoY; leading EV delivery vans.
Analysts expect Q3 revenue of $1.98B; record potential, prior was $1.66B in Q2.

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