On January 02, 2026, TD Cowen Senior Retail Analyst Oliver Chen named Walmart as the firm's top stock idea for the year. Chen cited the company's strong execution and appeal to value-seeking consumers across all income levels, noting confidence in incoming CEO John Furner to advance Walmart's strategic playbook, including its focus on AI and digital advertising. This positive outlook coincided with Walmart's stock closing at $112.76 (+1.21%) on January 02, 2026.