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Analysing the Spike in Volatility on the Walmart (WMT) Chart Analysing the Spike in Volatility on the Walmart (WMT) Share Price Chart On Thursday, the US retail giant reported its quarterly results — which turned out to be broadly better than expected. While total revenue was roughly in line with analysts’ forecasts, earnings per share came in higher at $0.61 versus the expected $0.57. At the same time, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon stated on Thursday: "We will do everything we can to keep our prices as low as possible. But given the scale of the tariffs, even at reduced levels, we won't be able to absorb all the pressure, considering the reality of tight retail margins." This statement may have raised concerns among market participants about the company’s future earnings, contributing to Friday’s drop in the share price to $92. It also drew the attention of the US President. On Saturday, Donald Trump said that Walmart (WMT) should “swallow the tariffs” instead of blaming them and raising prices. In response, Walmart reiterated that it will keep prices as low as possible for as long as it can — which has always been the company’s approach. Technical Analysis of the WMT Stock Price Chart Looking at the broader market context, we can see that price fluctuations formed a narrowing triangle in late April — a sign that buyers and sellers had reached some agreement around a fair value of approximately $95.50. In early May, sentiment shifted in favour of the bulls, with this level acting as support (marked by an arrow). The earnings release triggered a spike in volatility — the ATR indicator is now at a one-month high. The Walmart stock price extremes seen at the end of last week suggest two key levels, roughly equidistant from the $95.50 axis: → resistance around $99 (reinforced by the psychological level of $100); → support around $92. Given the above, it is reasonable to suggest that once the market has digested the news, price movements may calm down again. In that case, we may well see another narrowing triangle form on the WMT chart — slightly above the previous one. This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.

Walmart (WMT) shares reach highest level since early March Walmart (WMT) shares reach highest level since early March As shown on the chart of Walmart (WMT) shares, trading closed yesterday above the $94 mark – a level not seen since the beginning of March. This means that since the start of 2025, Walmart’s share price has risen by approximately 5.5%. This positive trend stands in stark contrast to the S&P 500 index (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen), which has declined by more than 8% over the same period. Why are Walmart (WMT) shares outperforming the index? Apparently, from the market’s point of view, this is due to the fact that Walmart’s supermarkets are a source of essential goods for Americans, giving the company an advantage in a scenario where the US economy may slide into recession. According to Mizuho Bank analyst David Bellinger, Walmart is a sensible choice for investors trying to stay afloat in a volatile market. He forecasts that WMT’s share price could rise to $105 – around 15% higher than its current level. Bellinger notes that Walmart continues to attract price-conscious shoppers and has made significant progress in e-commerce, helping the company remain resilient even amid the prospect of economic slowdown. Technical analysis of Walmart (WMT) shares The chart shows that the share price is moving within a long-term upward trend. The black dashed line, which had acted as support for many months, has been broken: - This suggests that the line may now act as a median. - Allowed us to widen the channel and find its lower boundary, which is expected to offer support. Indeed, the lower boundary of the expanded channel provided support in the first half of April, with particular attention drawn to the large bullish candlestick on 9 April (marked with an arrow). According to the NYSE, over 46 million shares were traded on that day – more than twice the average volume. This highlights the strength of demand. It is possible that WMT shares may continue to outperform the index going forward, forming fluctuations while: - receiving support from the psychological $90 level (previously a resistance point); - gradually approaching the median of the aforementioned channel. This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.

Walmart Hits All-Time High, Goldman Sachs Adjusts Price Target.!Walmart has recently surpassed its historical peak of $96 per share, indicating strong momentum in its stock performance. In a recent analysis, Goldman Sachs has revised its price target for Walmart, increasing it from $93 to $101 while sustaining a 'buy' rating. This upward adjustment reflects the firm's confidence in the company's growth potential and market position. Given this context, investors might consider waiting for a potential retest of the $96 support level before committing to a long position, as this could provide a more favorable entry point and reduce the risk of buying at a peak.

Walton Family Sells $1.5 Billion of Walmart Stock Members of the Walton family sold roughly $1.5 billion worth of Walmart Inc. ( NYSE:WMT ) stock at the end of last week as shares hovered near a record high. The Walton Family Holdings Trust ( NYSE:WMT ) sold about 8.82 million shares between Feb. 21 and Feb. 23, according to US Securities and Exchange Commission filings from late Friday. The notifications were filed on behalf of Alice, Jim and Rob Walton. Walmart ( NYSE:WMT ) has climbed about 13% this year, outperforming the 3.7% advance in the S&P Retail Select Industry Index. The retailer closed at an all-time high on Feb. 20 after its fourth-quarter results topped Wall Street’s expectations and as executives said it’s gaining market share. The company’s fiscal-year outlook was better than most analysts had anticipated. NYSE:WMT rose as much as 1.98% on Monday, putting them on track to close at a fresh record high. It’s the first day of trading for Walmart after its 3-for-1 stock split took effect. The transaction comes amid a flurry of high-profile stock sales in recent weeks. JPMorgan Chase & Co. Chief Executive Officer Jamie Dimon and his family sold $150 million worth of the bank’s stock last week in the first sale since he took the helm 18 years ago. Jeff Bezos also recently sold 50 million Amazon.com Inc. shares in multiple transactions as part of a plan he disclosed earlier this month. The Walton family owns about 45% of Walmart’s outstanding shares through the trust and their main investment vehicle, Walton Enterprises, ( NYSE:WMT ).

WMT Walmart Options After The Earnings If you haven`t bought WMT Walmart here: Or sold it here: Now Analyzing the options chain of WMT Walmart prior to the earnings report this week, I would consider purchasing the $155usd strike price Calls with an expiration date of 2023-7-21, for a premium of approximately $4.10 If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them. Looking forward to read your opinion about it.

Walmart: Within Reach 🙌Ever been to the supermarket and couldn’t reach the topmost rack? Walmart seems to have a similar problem, struggling to let go of the mark at $150.12 to hit the turquoise zone between $152.54 and $161.76. However, we expect the share to touch at this area soon to finish wave B in turquoise. This done, it should turn downwards, returning below $150.12 and slipping further below the support at $136.09 to complete wave (A) in magenta. After a short counter movement back above $136.09, the share should drop below the support at $117.27 and into the gray zone between $116.49 and $105.01 to place the final low of wave IV in gray, which should then initiate a new upwards trend. There is a 37% chance, though, that Walmart could shoot through the turquoise zone and conquer the resistance at $161-76 directly.

Is it a good time to invest in Walmart stock?Amidst the global economic and political turmoil marked by high inflation and surging interest rates, some things remain constant, like people buying groceries at Walmart. However, the stock price of the world's largest retailer by revenue has dropped by 13% from its all-time high in April last year. The question is whether it's a good time to invest in the company or hold back. In the fiscal year that ended on January 31, 2022, Walmart's revenues stood at $611 billion, a 6.7% increase from the previous year. The same-store sales in the US or comps increased by 6.6%, and the e-commerce revenue in the country rose by 12%. Sam's Club warehouse brand sales also increased by double-digit percentages. Despite its already vast base, Walmart's revenues grew at a rapid pace, but the macroeconomic factors weighed on its margins. Gross margins fell from 25.1% in the fiscal year 2021 to 24.1% in the fiscal year 2022. Operating margins also fell from 4.5% to 3.3%. The rising costs of commodities and supply chain costs are responsible for this decline. During the Q4 2022 earnings report, the CEO stated that "In periods of inflation like this one, middle-income families, lower-middle-income families, and even wealthier families become more price sensitive." He also said, "Because of its price structure, Walmart should still be in a good position to perform well." The management expects the company's revenues to grow by 2.5-3% in the fiscal year 2023, which is more aligned with its historical performance. Walmart is an attractive investment for several reasons in the current economic and market environment. It's a stable and long-established company that has been in business for over 60 years. The company's massive size allows it to offer low prices continuously, which is particularly important during economic downturns. Additionally, Walmart is a consistently profitable company, with a net income of $11.7 billion last fiscal year. The company's bottom line looks appealing in times when investors favor solid assets over speculative growth stocks. Moreover, the company has been paying dividends since 1974, and the payments have increased each year. The management has enough flexibility to keep increasing the payout. On the other hand, some investors may choose not to invest in Walmart. The company's scale is an advantage, but it also means that it has limited reinvestment opportunities. Its sales have grown at an average annual rate of 2.7% over the past decade, in line with the US GDP growth rate. The company doesn't seem to have any room for expansion to outpace the economy. Furthermore, Walmart's stock price has only risen by 93% over the past ten years, compared to the S&P 500's growth rate of 152%. The company's inability to outperform the market during a time when asset prices were at their best due to quantitative easing does not bode well for its future earnings potential. Finally, Walmart's current valuation may not justify its price. The company's stock trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 33, which is more expensive than the broader market. Moreover, at a projected price-to-earnings ratio of 23, Walmart's stock also trades at a premium compared to its competitors, such as Target. This discrepancy doesn't seem reasonable, given that Target has grown its earnings faster than Walmart over the past ten years and had higher average margins. In conclusion, while Walmart's stock can be a good portfolio backbone and provide investors with a steady stream of income, it's unlikely to generate significant returns in the coming years.