Walmart and its subsidiary Sam’s Club are finally launching tap-to-pay options, allowing customers to make convenient, contactless payments at checkout. For years, shoppers at Walmart and Sam’s Club had to insert or swipe a physical credit card or pay in cash, rather than simply tap their card or mobile device. The retailers’ announcement on Friday
When the US consumer is weakening, Walmart is usually one of the last dominoes to fall. When economic conditions get tough, low-income shoppers rely on it even more. It’s also become a destination for higher-income consumers looking to cut costs. That’s what made Walmart’s first comparable-sales loss in six years particularly hard to swallow on
Walmart, America’s largest retailer and one of its most critical economic bellwethers, just sent a worrying message. The firm beat second-quarter earnings estimates and lifted its full-year guidance, but unveiled several worrying figures that suggest US consumers aren’t doing so hot. Shares of the 64-year-old retail giant tumbled as much as 9% to a 2026
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Walmart is offering up some new deals, discounts and special offers right now, including a way to get a Peacock streaming subscription for free. While Walmart is touting its back to school deals right
Futures are mixed ahead of a big week for major retailers as new questions emerge about the state of the U.S. consumer, a major engine powering the American economy. The S&P 500 edged 0.1% higher, while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures slipped 0.2%. Nasdaq futures gained 0.5%. U.S. stocks hit an all-time high last week despite some
If you’ve shopped for cell service in recent years, you’ve probably heard of Straight Talk. The Verizon-owned MVNO uses Verizon’s nationwide network to provide its customers with connectivity for data, calls, text, hotspot, and more. To make shopping simpler, I’ve broken down Straight Talk plans and prices below. The carrier offers a simple lineup of
