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Walmart Posts Slowest Sales Growth in Years as Americans Tighten Wallets

New York Times Business August 20, 2026 · 12:57 pm Read Original

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Walmart Posts Slowest Sales Growth in Years as Americans Tighten Wallets

Walmart and other big U.S. retailers have warned that consumers were being cautious, even if personal balance sheets seemed healthy.

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Published Aug 20, 2026 · 12:57 pm

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