WalmartWMT

Walmart (WMT) is the world's largest retailer by revenue, founded in 1962 by Sam Walton. Operates around 10,500 stores globally plus a fast-growing e-commerce arm and a digital advertising business. Revenue mix is roughly half groceries, half general merchandise. Listed on NYSE and a dividend aristocrat with 50+ years of consecutive increases. Defensive — sales tend to hold up in recessions as consumers trade down to lower-priced retailers. Sensitive to wage costs, supply-chain disruptions and competition from Amazon. Like any single stock, the price can fall sharply on weak results. Diversify.