Walmart logo sign is seen in Chicago, Illinois, Aug. 3, 2026.
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Walmart is expected to report fiscal second-quarter earnings before the bell on Thursday and offer its latest read on the health of the U.S. consumer.
The retailer, which has been leaning into prioritizing value for its lower-income cohort while winning over more high-income shoppers, has been largely insulated from macroeconomic pressures. However, the company has previously said it’s seeing the divide between income groups widen.
As the largest U.S. retailer, Walmart can offer a unique perspective on consumer behavior.
Here’s how the company is expected to perform, based on a survey of analysts by LSEG:
- Earnings per share: 74 cents expected
- Revenue: $186.77 billion expected
Last quarter, the retailer issued a worse outlook than Wall Street expected for the year due to soaring gas prices and lower consumer confidence. Its fiscal first…
