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Walmart Inc.
🇺🇸 WMT · NYSE/NASDAQ · US9311421039
Consumer
USD 114.80 price at analysis
Scores
Key Metrics
Powered by EODHDP/E (TTM)
40.7
P/E (Price-to-Earnings)Shows how much investors pay for each $1 of profit. We display the TTM P/E (Trailing Twelve Months) which uses actual earnings from the last 4 quarters. This is more reliable than Forward P/E which uses analyst estimates.
Calculation: 114.80 ÷ 2.84 = 40.7
TTM period through: 2026-04-30
Forward P/E (estimated): 38.6
Based on analyst estimates
Reference: Provider P/E (Trailing): 40.6
Net Debt/EBITDA (TTM)
1.3x
Latest quarter: 5.4x
Net Debt / EBITDAA leverage ratio showing how many years of EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) it would take to repay net debt. EBITDA approximates operating cash generation. Lower ratios (e.g., <3x) are generally safer; higher (e.g., >5x) may indicate more financial risk.
TTM through: 2026-04-30
Latest quarter (2026-04-30): 5.4x
The quarterly value can spike when quarterly EBITDA is very low (e.g., one-time charges).
Quick guide: <2x manageable, >4x can be risky (sector-dependent).
ROE
24.1%
ROE (Return on Equity)A profitability measure: how much profit is generated from shareholders’ equity. Higher isn’t always better if it comes from high debt.
EV/EBITDA
19.9x
EV/EBITDAA valuation ratio that compares total business value (including debt) to EBITDA. Lower can mean cheaper, but context matters.
Dividend Summary
Powered by EODHDDividend Yield (Fwd)
0.84%
TTM: 0.82%
Dividend YieldThe Forward yield (Fwd) shows the next announced annual dividend / current price — what you'd earn going forward. The Trailing yield (TTM) in the tooltip shows dividends actually paid in the last 12 months. Forward is shown as primary because it reflects the company's current commitment to shareholders.
Forward Yield (estimated): 0.84%
Trailing Yield (TTM, last 12 months): 0.82%
Payout Ratio (Fwd)
34.9%
TTM: 33.4%
Payout RatioDividends as a percentage of earnings. The Forward payout (Fwd) uses the announced dividend divided by actual past earnings (TTM) — it tells you if the company can afford what it promised. Very high payouts can be risky, especially if profits fall.
Announced dividend / actual earnings (TTM)
Payout (Fwd): 34.9%
Payout (TTM): 33.4%
Cash Flow Payout (TTM): 18.6%
FCF Coverage (TTM): 1.65x
Growth Streak
8 yrs
Consec. increases
Div. Growth (5Y)
5.5%
Dividend History
EODHD Dividends API| Status | Type | Decl. Date | Ex-Div Date | Pay Date | Currency | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 08 May 2027 | — | USD | 0.248 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 20 Mar 2027 | — | USD | 0.248 |
| Declared | Quarterly | 19 Feb 2026 | 11 Dec 2026 | 04 Jan 2027 | USD | 0.2475 |
| Declared | Quarterly | 19 Feb 2026 | 21 Aug 2026 | 08 Sep 2026 | USD | 0.2475 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 19 Feb 2026 | 08 May 2026 | 26 May 2026 | USD | 0.248 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 19 Feb 2026 | 20 Mar 2026 | 06 Apr 2026 | USD | 0.248 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 20 Feb 2025 | 12 Dec 2025 | 05 Jan 2026 | USD | 0.235 |
* Extrapolated from past dividend history. Not an official announcement — treat as an estimate, not a confirmed date or amount.
Summary
Walmart remains a top-tier defensive business with exceptional profitability and a safe, growing dividend. However, trading at nearly 41x earnings with a yield under 1%, the stock offers no margin of safety or compelling income. Existing holders should maintain their positions, but the stock is not recommended for new DGI allocations until a significant valuation reset occurs.
Sector Context
Walmart is the world's leading operator of discount stores and supercenters. Within the DGI context, the consumer staples/retail sector offers strong recession resistance, though WMT's specific structural low-yield/high-multiple profile currently makes it a poor fit for income generation.
📊 Strategy Analysis
- • Elite return on equity of 24.13% paired with a pristine balance sheet (Net Debt/EBITDA at a low 1.32x).
- • Confirmed upcoming dividend raise of 5.3%, supported by a healthy free cash flow dividend coverage ratio of 1.65x.
- • Undeniable global moat in essential retail, providing exceptional defensive resilience against broad economic slowdowns.
⚠ What to Watch
- • Extreme valuation with a TTM P/E of 40.69x completely exceeds the optimal DGI target range of 8-15x, eliminating any margin of safety.
- • Current forward dividend yield of 0.86% is highly inadequate for current-income-focused DGI portfolios.
- • Material long-term structural liabilities persist, including up to $3.4 billion in indemnification exposure related to the 2021 UK Asda divestiture and ongoing regulatory battles.
📊 Historical Trends (10 Years)
Powered by EODHDThese charts show how key metrics have evolved over the past decade, helping you identify if the company is improving or deteriorating.
Debt Evolution (Net Debt / EBITDA)
Lower values are better. A declining trend indicates the company is reducing its debt (deleveraging).
Revenue & Earnings Growth
Consistent growth in revenueRevenue
The money a company brings in from selling its products or services. It’s the top line before costs. (blue) and earningsEarnings (Profit)
What’s left after expenses. Positive earnings mean the business made a profit; negative means a loss. (green) indicates a healthy business. Look for upward trends and recoveries after temporary dips.
Dividend Sustainability (FCF vs Dividends Paid)
Free cash flowFree Cash Flow
Cash left after the company pays for running the business and maintaining it. Often used to fund dividends, pay debt, or buy back shares. (FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., blue) should cover dividends paidDividends Paid
Cash the company paid out to shareholders. It’s not guaranteed and can change over time. (green). If dividends consistently exceed FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., the dividend may be at risk.
Analysis date: 2026-08-15
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Not financial advice.