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Who is Chandra Holt? Exploring the retail veteran's link to fired Kohl's CEO
Chandra Holt, a retail veteran, was reportedly behind Kohl’s CEO Ashley Buchanan’s firing. Here are more insights into her controversial journey
Published on May 02, 2025 03:49 AM IST
World's richest family has a net worth of $432 billion. Here's all they own
Walmart was established in 1962 by Sam Walton and his brother Bud Walton, both of whom died over 30 years ago.
Updated on Apr 29, 2025 03:48 PM IST
Nikita Sharma
Why is Walmart, Target, GameStop not taking preorders for Nintendo Switch 2?
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders are currently sold out everywhere, with popular sellers also halting their online preorder process
Published on Apr 25, 2025 08:24 AM IST
Walmart-backed Flipkart to shift base back to India from Singapore
Flipkart started in 2007 by selling books online and expanded into a behemoth that competes with Amazon in India.
Published on Apr 22, 2025 10:47 AM IST
Reuters |
Walmart, Target executives meet Donald Trump as tariff fear looms
A Walmart spokeswoman said the company looked forward to continuing constructive dialog with the White House.
Published on Apr 22, 2025 03:56 AM IST
Bloomberg |
Who was Dwayne Eduh? Walmart employee dies after killing 2 coworkers in Georgia
Dwayne Eduh, a 24-year-old man who was suspected of killing two Walmart coworkers in Georgia, died after shooting himself in South Carolina.
Published on Apr 15, 2025 03:58 PM IST
Walmart toys, manufactured in China and Vietnam, recalled over choking hazard
A $13 Fisher Price toy that was offered for sale at several stores, including Walmart and Amazon, has been recalled.
Published on Apr 13, 2025 03:35 PM IST
Is 'Boycott Starbucks' next? Internet reacts to video with ‘MESSAGE for Trump’
Starbucks is under fire as employees protested deportations, triggering the Boycott Starbucks trend.
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 07:03 PM IST
Walmart shoppers in Louisiana stunned as man arrives on unusual ‘support’ ride
A group of men rode horses through a Walmart in Baker, Louisiana, claiming it was a fun stunt with emotional support animals.
Published on Apr 12, 2025 11:50 AM IST
Walmart celery sticks recall: Duda Farm Fresh Foods warns stores in THESE states
Duda Farm Fresh Foods has issued a voluntary advisory for a batch of ready-to-eat celery sticks sold in Walmart stores
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 03:55 AM IST
Written by Yash Nitish Bajaj
Walmart employee kills co-worker in Georgia store, woman at nearby house
After leaving Walmart, the gunman forced his way into a home nearby, where he fatally shot a female acquaintance.
Updated on Apr 11, 2025 06:37 PM IST
AP |
Is Walmart heirs combined net worth more than Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos?
The Waltons, the heirs of the Walmart empire, are the most powerful family in terms of generational wealth.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 04:30 PM IST
When Walmart founder's son killed in tragic plane crash; Who was John Walton?
Walmart founder's son John Walton, who was the world's 11th richest man was found dead shortly after taking off his flight from Jackson Hole Airport in 2005.
Updated on Apr 09, 2025 03:52 PM IST
After Walmart, several other US stores to face boycott in 2025. See full list
The People's Union USA, a nonpartisan group spearheading the Walmart boycott, is planning additional boycotts against other major US companies.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 01:11 PM IST
Sumanti Sen
Trump tariffs? boycotts? Walmart’s secret weapon could ride them out
Walmart’s THIS secret code not only drives customer loyalty and online spending but also supports the company's profitability.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 08:47 AM IST
Walmart boycott organiser urges supporters to ‘hold the line’ in new video
“We are holding these companies accountable so they finally step up and pay their fair share of taxes,” John Schwarz of the People's Union USA said.
Published on Apr 09, 2025 06:51 AM IST
Sumanti Sen
Who is John Schwarz, the man behind nationwide ‘Walmart Boycott’?
John Schwarz, the organizer of a nationwide “Walmart Blackout”, has urged his supporters to “hold the line” as the week-long demonstration began on April 7.
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 06:42 PM IST
Has Walmart's stock declined amid boycott? Know if the ‘blackout’ is working
The boycott of Walmart is the latest in a series of economic blackouts targeting key corporations that have rolled back their DEI programmes.
Published on Apr 08, 2025 01:31 PM IST
Sumanti Sen
Walmart issues statement in response to boycott, ‘Not only do we pay our…'
Amid a week-long boycott of Walmart in the United States that started on April 7, the company has issued a public response.
Published on Apr 08, 2025 01:04 PM IST
Sumanti Sen
Walmart boycott begins: Everything you need to know as organiser issues update
A week-long boycott of Walmart in the United States, organised by the People’s Union USA, started on April 7.
Published on Apr 07, 2025 12:04 PM IST
Sumanti Sen
Target joins US retail blackout for 24 hours: Check full list of store closures
Target pauses operations for Easter holiday; Walmart stays open for essential shopping.
Published on Apr 05, 2025 10:16 PM IST
Walmart to face fresh nationwide boycott after massive $25bn loss; When is it?
Nationwide Walmart boycott: The People's Union USA is organizing a statewide boycott of Walmart for a week in April, starting from April 7 to April 14.
Updated on Apr 05, 2025 08:53 PM IST
How Alice Walton, the richest woman in the world, spends her fortune
Though the Walton family is largely quite private, it is known that Alice Walton spends her fortune on things varying from expensive art to horse breeding.
Published on Mar 31, 2025 02:32 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Mom goes into labour while grocery shopping, husband records ordeal
A Texas woman unexpectedly went into labour while shopping at Walmart, leading to a dramatic rush for help.
Published on Mar 29, 2025 01:48 PM IST
Simran Singh
Internet reacts to the huge variety of ‘period pads in China’
A video of a Chinese supermarket sparked discussions on period products, stigma and awareness.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 04:06 PM IST
Walmart shares on track for worst day in 3 years over dip in earnings outlook
Walmart has forecasted a dip in earnings per share (EPS) from 60 cents a year ago to 57-58 cents in both January-March 2025 quarter and financial year 2025.
Published on Feb 20, 2025 09:30 PM IST
Ashley Paul
Halifax Walmart employee's death: New updates on tragic walk-in oven incident
The case of 16-year-old Gursimran Kaur's death at a Halifax Walmart has reopened after new findings about the oven's safety emerged.
Published on Feb 16, 2025 03:50 PM IST
Potentially life-threatening illness warning: Costco's Tuna products recalled
The recalled tuna products were sold in over a dozen American states and Washington D.C. through major retail chains like Costco, Walmart, Kroger and more.
Published on Feb 12, 2025 05:58 PM IST
Walmart broccoli recall raised to highest risk level, could be deadly: FDA
FDA raises broccoli recall from Walmart to Class I risk due to potential listeria contamination.
Published on Feb 04, 2025 10:59 PM IST
Arya Vaishnavi
Walmart offering more than President Trump's salary to some managers; here's why
Walmart is offering some of its managers substantial wage hikes as part of a larger drive to increase salaries.
Published on Jan 27, 2025 06:16 PM IST