And in a potentially encouraging shift, Walmart said sales of discretionary items like clothing and electronics was flat to very slightly positive.
Walmart raises outlook for 2024 with bargains proving a powerful lure for the inflation weary
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Walmart also announced in February it was buying smart TV maker Vizio for $2.3 billion to boost its advertising business.
Walmart's strong 1st quarter driven by consumers seeking bargains with inflation still an issue
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