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La cadena de opciones muestra datos clave de las opciones de acciones de Walmart a varios precios de ejercicio y fechas de vencimiento. Los operadores utilizan esta información para analizar posibles operaciones y evaluar el sentimiento del mercado para Walmart..

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Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.

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Evercore ISI Group analyst Greg Melich maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $82 to $85.

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Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Walmart, Raises Price Target to $85

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) announced on Tuesday that it will begin offering Pharmacy Delivery services for both new prescriptions and medication refills, intensifying competition in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41399396/pharmacy-retailer-cvs-health-backs-away-from-annual-forecast-names-new-ceo">the pharmacy retail space.</a>
The Details: Walmart is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41449460/accelerating-convenience-walmart-launches-nationwide-same-day-pharmacy-delivery-helping-customers-">rolling out</a> Pharmacy Delivery in six states and expects the new service to expand to 49 states by the end of January 2025. Walmart+ members will receive free delivery on Pharmacy Delivery, and non-Walmart+ members will pay the standard delivery charge of $9.95. 
"​​Our extensive footprint across the nation combined with our deep expertise in pharmacy uniquely positions us to make a profound impact in the communities we serve,&#8221; said Kevin Host, senior vice president of Pharmacy at Walmart U.S.
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Why It Matters: Walmart's Pharmacy Delivery is another blow to struggling pharmacy retailers CVS Health Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVS#NYSE">CVS</a>) and Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>) who offer comparable delivery services. The retail giant's move into prescription delivery could lead to market share losses for CVS and Walgreens who already compete with Amazon.com, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/large-cap/24/10/41270285/amazon-pharmacy-to-double-service-areas-offer-same-day-medication-delivery">same-day prescription delivery</a> in some areas. Amazon has plans to expand its pharmacy delivery to 20 more U.S. cities by 2025.
CVS and Walgreens have said <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41405992/elevance-cvs-unitedhealth-struggle-with-rising-medical-costs-after-covid-19-medicaid-policy-ends">they are struggling</a> with falling reimbursement rates for prescription drugs. Both retail chains have shuttered store locations and announced cost-cutting measures as part of corporate turnaround strategies. 
The stores may face increased pressure on profit margins and staffing needs due to increased competition from Walmart. Both retailers have already reduced pharmacy hours in response to staffing challenges, which have been partly driven by the need to support delivery services.&nbsp;
WMT, CVS, WBA, AMZN Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Walmart shares are up 0.67% at $81.35, CVS shares are down 1.74% at $57.16, Walgreens shares are down 4.64% at $9.96 and Amazon shares are up 0.42% at $189.87 at the time of publication Tuesday.
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<li>Bernstein analyst Dean Rosenblum initiated coverage on Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $95. Walmart shares closed at $80.81 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 34 analysts have published ratings on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) in the last three months.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">19</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $83.91, a high estimate of $98.00, and a low estimate of $73.00. Marking an increase of 10.09%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $76.22. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729598463_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Walmart. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Dean Rosenblum</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bradley Thomas</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Benedict</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karen Short</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Corey Tarlowe</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Drbul</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Ohmes</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Keith</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Kirk</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Sigman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Gutman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Walmart. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Walmart compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Walmart's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Walmart's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>About Walmart</h2>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Walmart</h3>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Walmart's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 4.77% as of 31 July, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Walmart's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 2.66%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Walmart's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.43%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Walmart's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.77%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Walmart's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.73.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Walmart Through Analyst Insights

Bernstein analyst Dean Rosenblum initiates coverage on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $95.

Bernstein Initiates Coverage On Walmart with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $95

Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.26% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.39%. Currently, Walmart has a market capitalization of $652.63 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WMT: If an investor had bought $1000 of WMT stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,045.09 today based on a price of $81.19 for WMT at the time of writing.
<h3>Walmart's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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The final rule is part of the FTC&#8217;s ongoing efforts to modernize the 1973 Negative Option Rule in order to combat unfair and deceptive practices related to subscriptions and memberships. The agency reported complaints regarding recurring subscription practices have been steadily increasing over the past five years and in 2024 the FTC received nearly 70 consumer complaints per day on average, up from 42 per day in 2021.
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Why It Matters: The click-to-cancel rule will go into effect in about six months and could have major consequences for digital retailers including Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), online service providers like Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) and more traditional subscriptions like The New York Times Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NYT#NYSE">NYT</a>). Under the new rule, companies will have to get consent for subscriptions, auto-renewals and free trials that convert to paid memberships and must "make it as easy for consumers to cancel their enrollment as it was to sign up."&nbsp;
The FTC has previously targeted Amazon's <a href="https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2023/06/ftc-takes-action-against-amazon-enrolling-consumers-amazon-prime-without-consent-sabotaging-their">business practices</a> which it claims includes enrolling consumers into its Prime subscription service without their expressed consent and then making it difficult for consumers to cancel the Prime subscriptions. The FTC has also scrutinized similar subscription services from other large retailers including Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>).&nbsp;
Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLNT#NYSE">PLNT</a>) has become well-known for its notoriously difficult-to-cancel gym memberships. The issue was highlighted in a <a href="https://x.com/linakhanftc/status/1479162568799395840">tweet</a> from FTC Chair Kahn and later featured in a Bear Cave <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/23/01/30486679/planet-fitness-an-illegal-billing-operation-with-gyms-on-the-side-short-seller">short-seller report</a> on the company.&nbsp;&nbsp;
"FTC has made clear that to comply with the law, businesses must ensure sign-ups are clear, consensual and easy to cancel," Khan tweeted in reference to a complaint about Planet Fitness's cancellation process.&nbsp;
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In the dynamic and cutthroat world of business, conducting thorough company analysis is essential for investors and industry experts. In this article, we will undertake a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and its primary competitors in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, our aim is to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Walmart Background</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Walmart Inc</td>
<td>41.82</td>
<td>7.64</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>5.43%</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$42.52</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Costco Wholesale Corp</td>
<td>53.75</td>
<td>16.70</td>
<td>1.56</td>
<td>10.37%</td>
<td>$3.87</td>
<td>$10.11</td>
<td>0.96%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Target Corp</td>
<td>16.32</td>
<td>5.04</td>
<td>0.68</td>
<td>8.43%</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>2.74%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dollar General Corp</td>
<td>12.40</td>
<td>2.42</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>5.25%</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$3.06</td>
<td>4.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc</td>
<td>21.56</td>
<td>6.84</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>9.11%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>4.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pricesmart Inc</td>
<td>22.02</td>
<td>2.53</td>
<td>0.57</td>
<td>2.96%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>12.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sendas Distribuidora SA</td>
<td>14.73</td>
<td>2.02</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>2.58%</td>
<td>$1.34</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>11.81%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Almacenes Exito SA</td>
<td>101.90</td>
<td>0.47</td>
<td>0.15</td>
<td>-0.29%</td>
<td>$303.29</td>
<td>$1299.7</td>
<td>-0.86%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>34.67</td>
<td>5.15</td>
<td>0.59</td>
<td>5.49%</td>
<td>$44.58</td>
<td>$189.23</td>
<td>5.12%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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 </style>By thoroughly analyzing Walmart, we can discern the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 41.82 for this company is 1.21x above the industry average, indicating a premium valuation associated with the stock.
</li>
<li>
With a Price to Book ratio of 7.64, which is 1.48x the industry average, Walmart might be considered overvalued in terms of its book value, as it is trading at a higher multiple compared to its industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 0.98, surpassing the industry average by 1.66x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The company has a lower Return on Equity (ROE) of 5.43%, which is 0.06% below the industry average. This indicates potential inefficiency in utilizing equity to generate profits, which could be attributed to various factors.
</li>
<li>
Compared to its industry, the company has lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $10.1 Billion, which is 0.23x below the industry average, potentially indicating lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
The company has lower gross profit of $42.52 Billion, which indicates 0.22x below the industry average. This potentially indicates lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company is witnessing a substantial decline in revenue growth, with a rate of 4.77% compared to the industry average of 5.12%, which indicates a challenging sales environment.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729004483_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a financial metric that helps determine the level of financial risk associated with a company's capital structure.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By considering the Debt-to-Equity ratio, Walmart can be compared to its top 4 peers, leading to the following observations:
<ul>
<li>
Walmart is in a relatively stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.73.
</li>
<li>
This implies that the company relies less on debt financing and has a more favorable balance between debt and equity.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
The high PE, PB, and PS ratios of Walmart indicate that the company is relatively overvalued compared to its peers in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. On the other hand, the low ROE, EBITDA, gross profit, and revenue growth suggest that Walmart may be facing challenges in generating profits and growing its business in comparison to industry competitors.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyzing Walmart In Comparison To Competitors In Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail Industry

As grocery inflation trends slightly upwards, Walmart Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJ#NYSE">BJ</a>) are poised for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WMT/news">stronger-than-expected quarterly comps</a>. 
According to JPMorgan analyst Christopher Horvers, the latest NielsenIQ data (as of Oct. 5) reveals a modest 2% grocery inflation rate for the third quarter this year, up from 1.5% in the previous quarter. This slight reflation, driven by both food and household products, could be a key tailwind for major grocery-heavy retailers like Walmart and BJ&#8217;s.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Storms Bring More Than Rain: Hurricanes' Impact On Grocery Sales</h2>
The storms are proving to be a silver lining for these giants, with Hurricane Helene (Sept. 26) and Milton (Oct. 9) fueling stock-up behaviors that lifted grocery comps for Walmart and BJ&#8217;s. 
Walmart's U.S. grocery comps are projected to come in at +6.2%, well ahead of the estimated +4.5%, while BJ's is forecasted at +3.8%, above the +2.8% consensus.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Inflation Takes The Wheel: Driving Top-Line Growth For Retailers</h2>
Horvers points out that September's grocery inflation ticked up, supporting retailers like Walmart, which depend heavily on grocery sales.
This lift comes as Walmart's grocery category represents 55% of its core comp, and for BJ&#8217;s, it's even more crucial, accounting for 85%.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Food &amp; Household Inflation: Fueling A Quarter of Gains</h2>
Looking at the broader landscape, Horvers notes that third-quarter grocery inflation is slightly behind last year&#8217;s levels, but the recent upward trend could benefit retailers' top-line growth.
Specifically, both food and household product inflation accelerated in the past month—food inflation was +2.1%, and household products were +2.1%, up significantly from prior figures.
The bottom line is that Walmart and BJ&#8217;s are well-positioned to ride the wave of reflation and hurricane-fueled demand, setting them up for an impressive quarter ahead.
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Walmart, BJ's Ride Grocery Reflation Wave As Hurricane Preparedness Boosts Q3 Outlook: Analyst

High-rolling investors have positioned themselves bearish on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), and it's important for retail traders to take note. 
\This activity came to our attention today through Benzinga's tracking of publicly available options data. The identities of these investors are uncertain, but such a significant move in WMT often signals that someone has privileged information.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Walmart. This is not a typical pattern.
The sentiment among these major traders is split, with 37% bullish and 50% bearish. Among all the options we identified, there was one put, amounting to $77,000, and 7 calls, totaling $250,416.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $63.33 and $85.0 for Walmart, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Walmart's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Walmart's whale activity within a strike price range from $63.33 to $85.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Walmart Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729000866_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.7</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$77.0K</td>
<td>8.8K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$14.5</td>
<td>$13.4</td>
<td>$14.07</td>
<td>$73.33</td>
<td>$42.2K</td>
<td>712</td>
<td>30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$2.3</td>
<td>$1.91</td>
<td>$2.1</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$42.0K</td>
<td>7.0K</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$18.6</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$18.57</td>
<td>$63.33</td>
<td>$37.1K</td>
<td>7.5K</td>
<td>20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$6.0</td>
<td>$5.9</td>
<td>$5.93</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$35.4K</td>
<td>4.6K</td>
<td>79</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Walmart</h3>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Current Position of Walmart</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,824,153, with WMT's price up by 0.69%, positioned at $80.84.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 35 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About Walmart</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $92.8.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Melius Research lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $95. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Baird has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $90. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Walmart, which currently sits at a price target of $92. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Citigroup keeps a Buy rating on Walmart with a target price of $98. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities has elevated its stance to Buy, setting a new price target at $89. 
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Decoding Walmart's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Oppenheimer analyst Rupesh Parikh maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $81 to $90.

Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Walmart, Raises Price Target to $90

Keybanc analyst Bradley Thomas maintains Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $82 to $86.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Walmart, Raises Price Target to $86

34 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">14</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">18</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $83.06, a high estimate of $98.00, and a low estimate of $73.00. This current average reflects an increase of 9.68% from the previous average price target of $75.73. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728662445_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Walmart is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Benedict</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Paul Lejuez</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$98.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$89.00</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karen Short</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$88.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Corey Tarlowe</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Drbul</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$77.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Ohmes</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scot Ciccarelli</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Keith</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bill Kirk</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Seth Sigman</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Shemesh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$81.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Gutman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Edward Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bradley Thomas</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$73.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Walmart. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Walmart compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Walmart's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Walmart's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WMT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Walmart analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Walmart Better</h2>
Walmart serves as the preeminent retailer in the United States, with its strategy predicated on superior operating efficiency and offering the lowest priced goods to consumers to drive robust store traffic and product turnover. Walmart augmented its low-price business strategy by offering a convenient one-stop shopping destination with the opening of its first supercenter in 1988.Today, Walmart operates over 4,600 stores in the United States (5,200 including Sam's Club) and over 10,000 stores globally. Walmart generated over $440 billion in domestic namesake sales in fiscal 2024, with Sam's Club contributing another $86 billion to the company's top line. Internationally, Walmart generated $115 billion in sales. The retailer serves around 240 million customers globally each week.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Walmart's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Walmart's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 4.77% as of 31 July, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Walmart's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.66% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Walmart's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 5.43%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.77%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.73.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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