Walmart will pay corporate staff 121% of their annual bonuses, according to Bloomberg News. These above-target payouts follow a fourth-quarter earnings report that exceeded analyst expectations.
Barclays and other financial firms recently raised their price targets for the retail giant. Analysts cited significant market share gains and e-commerce growth as primary drivers for the upgrades.
Walmart stock has emerged as a key driver of returns in the consumer defensive sector in early 2026. The company continues to invest in its workforce while navigating the broader economic landscape.