Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better, in retail stores, online and through their mobile devices. The company’s legal name became Walmart Inc., effective on 1 February 2018, to reflect its growing status as an omni-channel retailer. Each week, over 260 million customers and members visit its more than 11,600 stores under nearly 60 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce websites. With fiscal year 2017 revenue of $485.9 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity.
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