Walmart prepares for measured 2026 outlook as new CEO John Furner takes the helm
New CEO John Furner will likely offer a cautious 2026 forecast on Thursday. The firm recently hit a record market cap by using AI to attract wealthier shoppers.
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Walmart Inc. is scheduled to report its quarterly results this Thursday, an event that will feature the first investor remarks from the company's new Chief Executive Officer, John Furner. This appearance is highly anticipated as it marks the first public guidance from Furner since he took the helm at the start of the month. Investors are looking for signals on how the retail giant will navigate a fragile consumer environment in the US 
US, with expectations leaning toward a measured initial outlook.
US, with expectations leaning toward a measured initial outlook.
