Consumer Behavior

Walmart store sales appear immune to economic challenges

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August 29, 2025

Walmart U.S. store sales jumped nearly 5% in the quarter ended July and online sales increased more than 25% compared to the same quarter last year.

The largest retailer's CEO said the sales figure indicate "momentum," as consumers face inflation and economic uncertainty given tariff policies, according to a New York Times report.

The quarterly report revealed a higher foot traffic figure and a higher per visit spend.

The news comes on the heels of Walmart stating that impending tariffs would drive higher prices. That declaration was met with a response from President Donald Trump who told the retailer to "EAT THE TARIFFS."