Why Walmart Stock Jumped 11% in April
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-05 10:02:00
Walmart’s robust growth in e-commerce has led to an 11% stock increase in April. The company shared positive updates at its annual shareholders’ meeting, emphasizing its stance on tariffs and dividend growth. Sales increased 5.3% in the 2025 fiscal fourth quarter, driven by a 16% e-commerce growth year over year.
Investors are flocking to Walmart as a safe stock amidst tariff uncertainty. Management is confident in navigating tariffs, citing historical resilience. Walmart sees growth potential through offering more value and leveraging technology to widen margins and create shareholder value.
Walmart pays a growing dividend at a 0.9% yield, with e-commerce sales up 21% for the full year. The stock’s P/E ratio is 41, higher than typical safe stocks, but investors are drawn to its growth and security, making it an attractive option in the current market.
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