Walmart (WMT) Q4: $0.74 vs $0.73 expected (above expectations)
Narrow beat — EPS $0.74 vs $0.73 expected, revenue $190.7B vs $190.4B. But guidance cautious ($2.75-$2.85 EPS for FY27), spooking investors despite a $30B buyback announcement.
📊 Results
Earnings Per Share
Revenue
Market Reaction
💡 Key Takeaway
E-commerce hit profitability but cautious FY27 guidance signaled consumer spending fatigue. $30B buyback couldn't offset the bearish outlook.
📖 Why This Matters
Quarterly earnings reports provide insight into company performance and broader economic trends. For major corporations like Walmart, results often reflect sector-wide dynamics and can influence market sentiment beyond the individual stock. Earnings per share (EPS) and revenue figures compared to analyst expectations can trigger significant price movements and reveal underlying business strength.
Walmart (WMT) Q4 actual vs expected
| Release date | Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 07:00 ET |
|---|---|
| Event type | Earnings |
| Actual | $0.74 |
| Expected | $0.73 |
| Expectation surprise | above expectations |
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FAQ
What was the Walmart (WMT) Q4 result?
Walmart (WMT) Q4 came in at $0.74 versus $0.73 expected, above expectations.
How did markets react to Walmart (WMT) Q4?
WMT -6.5% next day, dragged consumer staples sector down. SPY -0.3%.
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