Walmart’s Fiscal 2026 profit forecast falls short of estimates – Stock drops 7% as inflation, consumer spending, and tariff concerns loom

Walmarts fiscal 2026 profit forecast fell short of Wall Street estimates, causing its stock to drop 7% in pre-market trading. The retailer projects 3% to 4% sales growth, lower than expected, as inflation and economic uncertainty impact consumer spending. Despite strong holiday quarter sales growth of 4.6%, Walmart remains cautious due to weaker January retail trends and potential tariffs under Donald Trumps administration. However, e-commerce sales surged 20%, driven by faster deliveries.