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Retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is facing a wave of protests this week pushing for company leadership changes at its annual meeting Friday. The goal of protesters, organizers said, is to oust some Wal-Mart board members and push for more ...  

MINNEAPOLIS -- Best Buy Co. Inc.'s plans to close 50 big-box stores by the end of the year is creating, at least temporarily, a consumer electronics hole that Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is eager to fill. The Bentonville, Ark.-based retail giant has ...  

The Massachusetts pension fund board has joined other pension funds in voting against seven of Wal-Mart's 16 directors at the retailer's shareholders meeting amid allegations of a bribery scheme in the company's Mexican operations. The Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management (PRIM) Board said it voted against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT) directors M. Michele Burns, Michael T. Duke, Gregory B. Penner, H. Lee Scott, Jr., Jim C...  

From float trips and camp outs along the Big Sugar Creek near Noel, Mo., in the early days of Wal-Mart and ice cream socials at the Walton's Bentonville homestead, the annual shareholder meeting has been an evolution in the making since 1969. ... at the coffee shop next to the warehouse to casually discuss the company's success. That was the year Wal-Mart incorporated and there were 24 variety stores — a mixture of Ben Franklin and the first...  

The store will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. "Walmart provides job opportunities and career choices for everyone from seniors looking for supplemental income to young people wanting to gain work experience," Boaz said. Like most Walmart store ...  

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company's discount stores and supercenters offer merchandise such as apparel, housewares, small appliances, electronics, and hardware. Walmart's markets offer a ...  

Citing the retailer's Mexico bribery scandal, CalPERS is joining with other big shareholders trying to oust members of the Wal-Mart Stores Inc. board of directors. Shoppers look at merchandise at Walmart in Danvers, Mass. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit last week. The world’s largest retailer also offered an upbeat profit outlook for the current quarter.  

By Interactive Brokers: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) – Wal-Mart weeklies worked out well for some bullish traders this week. For example, buyers of the May 25 ‘12 $62.5 strike call on Monday paid an average premium of $0.64 apiece for options that are now worth more than four times that amount on their final day of trading ahead of expiration. Trading traffic in call options that expire next Friday suggests some traders anticipate this same...  

CalPERS joined the chorus of shareholders promising to vote against Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s board of directors because of the bribery scandal involving the retailer's Mexico subsidiary. FILE - In this Feb. 20, 2012, file photo, customers walk into and out of a Wal-Mart store in Methuen, Mass. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates, reported Thursday, May 17, 2012. The...  

YREKA, Calif., May 23, 2012 - The wait is over for residents in Yreka and the surrounding communities eager to see their Walmart at 1906 Fort Jones Road bring savings on a full line of groceries and a wide assortment of new products and services.  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc's (NYS:WMT - News ... removed from the boardroom and activist shareholders threaten to put a damper on the June 1 party, even if their efforts have little chance of succeeding. Wal-Mart was bombarded by negative ...  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc (NYS:WMT - News) shareholders should vote against Chief Executive Michael Duke, former CEO Lee Scott and other board nominees, two influential proxy advisory firms said. Institutional Shareholder Services and ...  

May 25 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc's (WMT.N) annual meeting in northwest Arkansas was supposed to be an unbridled celebration of the world's largest retailer's 50th anniversary. But a bribery scandal has led to growing calls for its chief ...  

Seeking to sweep aside Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s entire board and bring in fresh faces, the California State Teachers' Retirement System will vote against them with every one of its 5.3 million shares. CalSTRS, which owns $313.5 million worth of Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) shares, says the retailer's top executives and directors ignored reports of unethical conduct in Wal-Mart's foreign operations. "CalSTRS believes that in some cases, Wal-Mart...  

reaffirming the company's commitment to growing small business in the U.S. The grants focus on micro-lending and support for women-owned and minority-owned businesses, among others. "At Sam's Club our small business owners are our partners, and we want to ...  

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System has joined the clamoring by major shareholders in Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to boot the retailer’s current board, according to the Sacramento Bee. Sacramento-based CalPERS is also calling for an investigation into allegations of bribery in Mexico. It will vote its 7.8 million shares against the board of directors during its June 1 meeting. The California State Teachers’ Retirement System also...  

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers investigation Wal-Mart Stores Inc for alleged bribery in Mexico are frustrated by the lack of cooperation they have received from the company, a committee staffer familiar with the investigation said.  

Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon will provide an update on the Walmart U.S. business beginning at 1 p.m. EDT. Click here to follow Simon's presentation. The presentation will be webcast live through links at http://www.walmartstores.com/investors and a ...  

The $24.7 billion Connecticut Retirement Plans & Trust Funds will vote its shares against the re-election of seven members of the Wal-Mart Stores Inc. board at the company's annual meeting June 1.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.’s profit and sales exceeded analysts' expectations during the first quarter, with profits increasing 10.1 percent and sales rising 8.6 percent, Reuters reports. Despite ongoing concerns over the bribery probe with the company's Mexican subsidiary, more people shopped at the retail giant’s U.S. stores and spent more money, which pushed shares up more than 4 percent, according to Reuters. Wal-Mart earned $3.74 billion, or...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.’s profit and sales exceeded analysts' expectations during the first quarter, with profits increasing 10.1 percent and sales rising 8.6 percent, Reuters reports. Despite ongoing concerns over the bribery probe with the company’s Mexican subsidiary, more people shopped at the retail giant’s U.S. stores and spent more money, which pushed shares up more than 4 percent, according to Reuters. Wal-Mart earned $3.74 billion, or...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) (WMT) shareholders shouldn’t relect four directors, including Chief Executive Officer Mike Duke, because of a Mexican bribery probe, according to Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. Duke, former CEO Lee Scott ...  

CEO of the California State Teachers' Retirement System cites 'a breakdown of corporate governance and lack of oversight' in the wake of bribery allegations in Mexico.SACRAMENTO — The California State Teachers' Retirement System will cast its 5.3 million shares of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. against the reelection of the company's board after allegations of bribery in the retailer's Mexican operations.  

"Walmart provides job opportunities and career choices for everyone from seniors looking for supplemental income to young people wanting to gain work experience," Dean said. Like most Walmart store managers, she started her career with Walmart as an hourly associate.  

CalSTRS intends to vote its 5.3 million shares in Wal-Mart Stores Inc. against the re-election of the retail giant's entire 15-member board at its June 1 shareholders meeting, Jack Ehnes, the $152.9 billion retirement system's CEO, said Tuesday.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. says it is seeing early success in its small stores called Walmart Express. Bill Simon, president and CEO of the company's U.S. Walmart stores division, told investors Wednesday that its Walmart Express stores, which are less than one ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. says it is seeing early success in its small stores called Walmart Express. Bill Simon, president and CEO of the company's U.S. Walmart stores division, told investors Wednesday that its Walmart Express stores, which are less than one ...  

The second largest public pension fund said on Tuesday it plans to vote all of its Wal-Mart Stores Inc shares against the entire board in the wake of bribery allegations in Mexico that Wal-Mart officials failed to fully investigate.  

The California Public Employees’ Retirement System plans to vote against the re-election of nine Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) directors following allegations that executives bribed Mexican officials. Calpers, the pension fund for state employees ...  

(Reuters) - CalPERS, the biggest U.S. public pension fund, said on Wednesday it plans to withhold votes for nine Wal-Mart Stores Inc board members amid allegations that the retailer's top brass failed to adequately investigate widespread bribery in Mexico. ...  

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The second largest U.S. public pension fund said on Tuesday it plans to vote all of its Wal-Mart Stores Inc. shares against the entire board in the wake of bribery allegations in Mexico that Wal-Mart officials failed to fully investigate. CalSTRS plans to vote its 5.3 million Wal-Mart shares against the re-election of all board members and encouraged other shareholders to do the same. California State TeachersâЂ™ Retirement System, or...  

May 23 (Reuters) - CalPERS, the biggest U.S. public pension fund, said on Wednesday it plans to vote against nine Wal-Mart Stores Inc board members amid allegations that the retailer's top brass failed to adequately investigate widespread ...  

May 23 (Bloomberg) -- Jack Ehnes, chief executive officer of the California State Teachers' Retirement System, talks about the decision to vote its 5.3 million Wal-Mart Stores Inc. shares against the entire board’s re-election amid a probe into alleged bribery in Mexican operations. Ehnes speaks with Scarlet Fu on Bloomberg Television's "InBusiness." (Source: Bloomberg)  

May 21 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc shareholders should vote against Chief Executive Michael Duke, Lee Scott and five other board nominees, proxy adviser Glass Lewis & Co said on Monday. The firm said it was basing its recommendation on news ...  

Pension fund urges vote against Wal-Mart directors Pension fund urges vote against Wal-Mart directors NEW YORK (AP) — New York City Pension Funds is urging shareholders to vote against the re-election of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. CEO Mike Duke and four other board members due to concerns about the world's largest retailer's bribery investigation in Mexico.  

Grocery chains like Supervalu Inc. and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. promised a year ago to open hundreds of stores in poorer urban areas, a move that was part of First Lady Michelle Obama's anti-obesity effort. But the companies have been slow to follow through. Bloomberg reports that Eden Prairie-based Supervalu has slowed the expansion of its low-price-chain Save-a-Lot. It will open 50 stores in fiscal 2013, down from 92 in 2011. Wal-Mart...  

The company s stores offer meat, produce, deli, bakery, dairy, frozen foods, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, and floral and dry grocery; health and beauty aids, baby products, household chemicals, paper goods, and pet supplies; electronics ...  

The Democratic National Convention Committee will return a $50,000 in-kind contribution from retailing giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) gave convention host committee Charlotte in 2012 the cards for use in purchasing office supplies. The Democratic Party has a self-imposed ban on corporate and lobbyist donations. The cards fell within the rules of DNC fundraising because they were not cash. But, according to a source with close...  

Leaders of New York City's pension funds said Monday they would vote their 4.7 million company shares against five directors standing for re-election to Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s board at its annual shareholder meeting next month amid concerns that the retailer covered up bribery in its Mexico operations, The New York Times reported.  

(Reuters) - CalSTRS, the second largest U.S. public pension fund, plans to vote all of its Wal-Mart Stores Inc shares against the entire board in the wake of allegations that Wal-Mart officials failed to fully investigate bribery claims in Mexico.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT) stock was up by more than 5% in trading today (Thursday) after the company reported stronger than expected earnings this morning following similar reports made yesterday by Target Corp. Wal-Mart reported earnings per share of $1.09 compared to $0.97 per share in the same quarter last year. The average estimate for this quarter's earnings was $1.04 per share. Increased sales were a major factor in the...  

After more than 4,000 entries, over 1 million votes and many weeks of would-be inventors vying for the coveted prize of being on the shelf of one of the country’s largest retailers, the final results are in. Bentonville, Ark.-based Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has announced the winners of its Get on the Shelf Contest — an online competition for individuals and/or businesses looking to have the next big item for sale on the retailer’s shelves. Drum...  

The California State Teachers’ Retirement System, the largest teachers’ retirement fund in the country and known as CalSTRS, filed an important lawsuit this month against 27 current and past executives and directors of Wal-Mart Stores Inc ...  

The U.S. Department of Labor on Tuesday ordered Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to pay $4.8 million in back wages and damages to thousands of employees who were denied overtime charges, The Washington Post reports. The department said its decision affects roughly 4,500 vision-center managers and asset-protection coordinators who worked at Wal-Mart between 2004 and 2007. Wal-Mart had considered those employees exempt from federal regulations requiring...  

The California State Teachers' Retirement System plans to vote against Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s (NYSE:WMT) directors in an upcoming shareholder meeting, amid widening impacts from allegations of corruption at the company's Mexico operations.  

Walmart.com services will be available at the store's entrance, in addition to a digital photo processing lab. The store will offer two services for customers who shop online. Site-to-Store is a free service that allows customers to ship online orders from ...  

May 16 (Bloomberg) -- Daniel Binder, an analyst at Jefferies & Co., Lawrence Shover, chief investment officer at SFG Alternatives, and Timothy Biggam, lead options strategist at TradingBlock, talk about the outlook for Wal-Mart Stores Inc. They speak with Trish Regan on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg)  

The California State Teachers’ Retirement System will vote its 5.3 million Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) (WMT) shares against the board’s re-election amid a probe into potential bribery in the retailer’s Mexican operations. The retailer’s ...  

The California State Teachers’ Retirement System will vote its 5.3 million Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) shares against the board’s re-election amid a probe into potential bribery in the retailer’s Mexican operations. The retailer’s board ...  

The second largest U.S. public pension fund said on Tuesday it plans to vote all of its Wal-Mart Stores Inc shares against the board in the wake of bribery allegations in Mexico that Wal-Mart officials failed to fully investigate.  

BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Memorial Day marks the official start to summer when families dust off their grills and start planning for a season filled with outdoor gatherings. Whether planning a holiday BBQ or prepping a weeknight meal ...  

May 22 (Reuters) - The second-largest U.S. public pension fund said on Tuesday that it plans to vote all of its Wal-Mart Stores Inc shares against the board in the wake of allegations of a bribery scheme in Mexico that Wal-Mart officials failed ...  

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers investigating Wal-Mart Stores Inc for alleged bribery in Mexico are frustrated by the lack of cooperation they have received from the company, a committee staffer familiar with the investigation said. Attorneys for Wal-Mart briefed the committee earlier on Monday about the company's anti-corruption compliance program, the person said. But Wal-Mart has not committed to briefing the panel on the substantive...  

WASHINGTON, May 21 (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers investigation Wal-Mart Stores Inc for alleged bribery in Mexico are frustrated by the lack of cooperation they have received from the company, a committee staffer familiar with the investigation said ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S. shoppers into its stores. The world's largest retailer also offered an upbeat profit outlook for the current quarter.  

May 21, 2012 (Datamonitor via COMTEX News Network) -- Wal-Mart Stores, Inc, a hypermarket chain, has unveiled a new selection and of USDA Choice steak, including T-bone, NY Strip, Filet, Ribeye, and Top Sirloin. "Walmart now offers top quality USDA Choice ...  

BERLIN, Wis., May 16, 2012 - A new Walmart opened today in Berlin, bringing approximately 50 new jobs, savings on a full line of groceries and an increase in tax revenue to support the area's economy. Nonprofit organizations will also benefit from the ...  

A lawsuit was filed for certain NYSE:WMT investors over alleged securities laws violations by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc in connection with bribery allegations in Mexico. Deadline: July 6, 2012. NYSE:WMT stockholders should contact the Shareholders Foundation.San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/08/2012 -- An investor in NYSE:WMT shares filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee against Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. over...  

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc posted a better-than-expected quarterly profit on Thursday, including a 2.6 percent rise in sales at its Walmart U.S. division's stores open at least a year, as warm weather and an earlier Easter enticed shoppers to spend.  

"By creating an online experience that allows them to find research, interact and shop in a way that helps them meet the highly specific needs of their pets, we make it easier than ever to make pet healthcare a top priority." Greg Murtagh, CEO and founder ...  

See www.walmart.com or your Walmart pharmacist for details." (ii) Savings based on the cost of the prescription drugs in the Affordable Prescription Program compared to the cost of the same drugs at Walmart before the Program's launch in 2006.  

U.S. lawmakers investigation Wal-Mart Stores Inc for alleged bribery in Mexico are frustrated by the lack of cooperation they have received from the company, a committee staffer familiar with the investigation said.  

This report is an intraday check of some of the more notable stocks that have hit a 52-week high or low so far today. 52-Week High:Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT) high of $62.63. Wal-Mart continuing higher from Thursday after issuing a first-quarter 2012 beat. After moving 4.2 percent higher Thursday, shares are up an additional 1.5 percent on today's session. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) high of $41.96. Verizon getting an...  

After Wal-Mart, Illinois court & 7th Circuit uphold class certificationBusiness Management Dailyby David B. Ritter on May 20, 2012 1:30am Class-action litigation returned to the spotlight with last year's Supreme Court decision in Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. v. Dukes (131 S. Ct. 2541, 2011). In Wal-Mart v. Dukes, the Supreme Court refused to certify ...  

The California State Teachers' Retirement System has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) over allegations of bribery in the retailer's Mexico operations. CalSTRS, which holds more than 5.3 million Wal-Mart shares, alleged that senior Wal ...  

May 17 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc shareholders should withhold their proxy votes for Chief Executive Michael Duke and Lee Scott, a former CEO who is seeking re-election to the board, according to Egan Jones Proxy Services. The proxy ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) Chief Executive Michael Duke said in a conference call Thursday that the global retailer is the subject of U.S. Justice Department and Securities Exchange Commission investigations into possible violations of the ...  

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company's discount stores and supercenters offer merchandise such as apparel, housewares, small appliances, electronics, and hardware. Walmart's markets offer a ...  

In addition to Duke, CalPERS plans to vote against Chairman Robson Walton, former CEO Lee Scott, Jim Walton, Christopher Williams, Linda Wolf, James Breyer, Douglas Daft and Michele Burns, according to Reuters. The plan comes amid controversy ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) reported its results for the first quarter. Wal-Mart Stores operates Walmart discount stores, supercenters, Neighborhood Markets and Sam's Club locations in the United States. Investing ...  

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc, faced with allegations that its Mexican unit paid $24 million in bribes to accelerate its expansion, could be forced to hire an independent monitor to ensure future compliance with U.S. anti-corruption laws.  

The California State Teachers' Retirement System, known as CalSTERS, said Tuesday that it has lost faith in the board's independence amid allegations of bribery in Wal-Mart's operations in Mexico. Including CEO Mike Duke and former CEO Lee Scott ...  

It has been reported that Mexico said it would open an investigation into allegations that the Mexican unit of Wal-Mart Stores Inc bribed officials to expand its business there. The Mexican federal comptroller's office said it had begun checking ...  

BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that it is investigating potential claims on behalf of shareholders of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (“Wal-Mart” or the “Company”) (NYSE:WMT) concerning possible breaches of fiduciary duties by the Company or its fiduciaries. Wal-Mart operates retail stores in various formats worldwide, including supermarkets, discount stores and warehouse clubs offering, among other things...  

The move by a worker at a Wal-Mart in Pico Rivera comes after allegations of bribery in Mexico. The petition calls for an independent investigation and the resignation of the firm's chairman and CEO.Weeks after news about Wal Mart Stores Inc.'s alleged bribery and coverup in Mexico surfaced, rank-and-file workers at the world's largest retailer have taken their calls for change to the Internet.  

CalSTRS joins a growing call for shareholders not to vote for at least some Wal-Mart board members, including Chief Executive Mike Duke and former CEO Lee Scott. The moves follow an April report by The New York Times that said Wal-Mart failed to ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reporting a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit as the world's largest retailer's re-emphasis on low prices continues to woo back bargain-hungry shoppers in an uncertain economy.  

NEW YORK — Wal-Mart's U.S. business got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S. shoppers into its stores.  

Despite a corruption probe into its Mexican subsidiary, retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported first-quarter profits that exceeded Wall Street expectations as more shoppers returned to its U.S. stores.  

Wal-Mart Stores, Sears Holdings Among Stocks Up on High Volume ThursdayFox BusinessWal-Mart Stores (WMT) is up on high volume today, trading with volume of 16.1 million, or 1.9 times its average daily volume. The stock price is $62.08, a 4.9% increase. Shares are up, having risen $2.89 (4.9%) from a price of $59.19 on May 10, 2012.Earnings watch: Wal-Mart, SearsMSN Moneyall 3 news articles »  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc's profit and sales surpassed expectations as more people ... Walmart's core customers and the competition Walmart faces from dollar stores and online retailers. Economic problems, including joblessness, weigh on the world's ...  

NEW YORK--Walmart's U.S. business finally got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on ...  

Reuters reports that Wal-Mart Stores Inc, is focused on strengthening its existing operations in Africa and not immediate expansion into new markets on the continent, the head of its international businesses ...  

msnbc.comUS lawmakers seek info in Wal-Mart corruption probeChicago TribuneWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Two US lawmakers sought additional information from Wal-Mart Stores Inc in an unfolding corruption investigation, focusing further congressional scrutiny on the scandal over its rapid expansion in Mexico.Despite bribery probe, Wal-Mart profit jumps 10.1%Los Angeles Timesall 683 news articles »  

Retail superpower Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ( WMT) on Friday caught some positive commentary from analysts at Morgan Stanley. The firm maintained its "Equal-weight" rating on WMT but lifted its earnings estimates for the company through 2014.  

LOS ANGELES - Despite multiple corruption probes into its Mexican subsidiary, retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported first-quarter profits that exceeded Wall Street expectations as more shoppers returned to its U.S. stores. Analysts say that ...  

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) , undergoing an internal investigation into whether it allegedly violated the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act in its Mexican market and whether prior allegations were mishandled by the ...  

No SUV-driving American shopper would be surprised to find 20 lb. sacks of dog chow at a Wal-Mart supercenter. But at an urban minimart that is trying to attract bag-toting pedestrians? Not so much. Unless that minimart is operated by Wal-Mart Stores Inc ...  

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) is suing Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT), accusing leaders of the world's biggest retailer of not upholding the best interest of shareholders by quashing an investigation of bribery of public officials by its Mexican subsidiary.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. posted a 10% rise in quarterly earnings, as the world's biggest retailer benefited from a sales pickup in the U.S. and a strong performance overseas. Wal-Mart's namesake outlets in the U.S. reported a 2.6% increase in stores ...  

May 17, 2012 (EarningsWhispers Guidance Summaries via Comtex) -- Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) said it expects second quarter earnings of $1.13 to $1.18 per share. The current consensus earnings estimate is $1.16 per share for the quarter ending July ...  

Among the companies whose shares are actively trading in the session are Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD) and Advance Auto Parts Inc. (AAP). Wal-Mart's ($62.24, +$3.05, +5.14%) fiscal first-quarter earnings rose 10% as the ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. on Thursday lifted the curtain—slightly—on how it is handling the foreign bribery scandal that engulfed the company last month. In its earnings report filed Thursday with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Wal-Mart ...  

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That's when so-called retail investors can try to buy the stock. Wal-Mart's 1Q profit up 10.1 percent NEW YORK (AP) _ Wal-Mart's U.S. business finally got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter ...  

The world's largest retailer, Wal-Mart Stores Inc, today (17 March) reported an increase in first-quarter net profit helped by better-than-expected sales in its US business.  

Despite multiple corruption probes into its Mexican subsidiary, retail giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported first-quarter profits that exceeded Wall Street expectations as more shoppers returned to its U.S. stores. Analysts say that the 10.1% ...  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc posted a better-than-expected quarterly profit on Thursday as more people shopped its established U.S. discount stores and spent more money. The world's largest retailer, which was recently rocked by allegations of bribery ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s attempts to grow using 'small-box' stores is being hampered by the retailer's desire to fit a big-box store inside them. That's the takeaway from a Wall Street Journal report, which finds that Bentonville, Ark.-based Wal-Mart is ...  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the maker of a trampoline sold exclusively at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) is recalling about 92,000 units, while another manufacturer of bassinets will recall roughly 42,000 items due to fall risks from both ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), the world’s largest retailer, rose the most in more than three years after reporting first-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as lower prices increased customer traffic and boosted sales. Wal-Mart ...  

NEW YORK — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reporting a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit as the world’s largest retailer’s re-emphasis on low prices continues to woo back bargain-hungry shoppers in an uncertain economy. Wal-Mart says that it ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) posted a better-than-expected quarterly profit on Thursday, including a 2.6 percent rise in sales at its Walmart U.S. division's stores open at least a year, as warm weather and an earlier Easter enticed shoppers to spend.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), the world’s largest retailer, reported first-quarter profit that topped analysts’ estimates as lower prices increased customer traffic and boosted sales. Net income for the quarter ended April 30 rose 10 percent ...  

NEW YORK—Walmart’s U.S. business finally got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall ... from its “everyday low prices” strategy and getting rid of popular merchandise.  

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Labor Department says Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is paying $4.8 million in back wages and damages to more than 4,500 employees nationwide for unpaid overtime.The Bentonville, Ark.-based company is also paying nearly $464,000 in civil penalties for violating federal overtime laws.The violations cover current and former managers at Wal-Mart vision centers and certain security personnel at Wal-Mart Discount Stores, Wal-Mart...  

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is having a good news/bad news day. The world’s largest retailer posted a 9.2% increase in fiscal first-quarter profit, sales were up, and, importantly, same-store sales at its largest unit, Wal ...  

Among the companies with shares expected to actively trade in Thursday's session are Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD) and Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR). Wal-Mart's fiscal first-quarter earnings rose 10% as the world's biggest ...  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc agreed to pay $4.8 million in back wages and damages to thousands of employees for unpaid overtime after a probe by the U.S. Department of Labor found that the retailer had violated a federal law governing overtime pay.  

When Tyson Foods Inc. (TSN) and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) received internal reports that employees may have paid bribes in Mexico, each faced the same vexing question: should they turn themselves in to U.S. authorities? Tyson, the biggest U.S ...  

Among the companies with shares expected to actively trade in Thursday’s session are Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD) and Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR). Wal-Mart’s fiscal first-quarter earnings rose 10% as the world’s ...  

When Tyson Foods Inc. and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. received internal reports that employees may have paid bribes in Mexico, each faced the same vexing question: should they turn themselves in to US authorities?  

JuhanAn Orange County woman has filed a personal injury lawsuit against Wal-Mart after she slipped in liquid and bruised her knee.Lisa Woods filed suit against Wal-Mart Stores Texas and Wal-Mart Stores Inc. on March 8, 2010, in Orange County District Court. The defendant removed the case to the Eastern District of Texas, Beaumont Division on April 17.The incident occurred on April 29, 2010, at an Orange County Wal-Mart. Woods states that she...  

Back when Wal-Mart Stores Inc. was just a blip on the retail landscape, a vendor said he couldn't even get Wal-Mart executives to accept a free cup of coffee. But as the Arkansas-based chain ballooned to become the world's largest retailer and private-sector employer, perceptions of its business ethics changed in the court of public opinion.  

NEW YORK (AP) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reporting a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit as the world's largest retailer's re-emphasis on low prices continues to woo back bargain-hungry shoppers in an uncertain economy. Wal-Mart says that it ...  

BOSTON — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is announcing plans to install solar panels at Massachusetts stores in the next two years, making it the largest user of solar power in the state. Company officials, joined by Rick Sullivan, the state's secretary ...  

SpiveyDiscovery is still proceeding in a suit filed by Tonya Gilbert, who sued Wal-Mart Stores and McDonald's after slipping in a freshly mopped area. Tonya and her husband Robert Gilbert filed their suit July 21 in Jefferson County District Court. Court records show that on April 19 a certificate of written discovery was filed in the case, which includes plaintiffs' first requests for production to the defendants and interrogatories. The...  

CHICAGO, April 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Zacks Equity Research highlights CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBG) as the Bull of the Day and AAR Corporation (NYSE: AIR) as the Bear of the Day. In addition, Zacks Equity Research provides analysis on Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT),Wal-Mart Stores Inc....  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc on Wednesday said the internal lawyer serving as its global compliance officer on foreign corrupt practices act issues is Tom Gean, and gave details on the external teams helping with its ongoing investigations.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is set to report earnings early on Thursday morning.  This earnings report is likely to be very different from any prior earnings report due to all of the bribery charges and allegations from South of the Border.  

The Lewiston (Idaho) Tribune reports Mica Craig continues to recover from rattlesnake bite he received at a Wal-Mart store in eastern Washington state. Craig initially thought the object was a stick outside of the lawn and garden department. Then the ...  

A roundup of corruption-related news from Dow Jones and other sources. You can also receive a newsletter version of Corruption Currents here. Bribery: Corporate America shrugged at the Wal-Mart Stores Inc. bribery scandal because a 2003 case ...  

NEW YORK — Wal-Mart’s U.S. business finally got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its …  

A shareholder sued the board and several officers of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. on Wednesday over allegations that the company’s Mexican affiliate paid bribes to local officials. The lawsuit seeks to recover damage to the company’s reputation as well as costs …  

New York City Pension Funds said shareholders should vote against the re-election of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. chief executive Mike Duke and four other directors due to concerns about the world's largest retailer's bribery investigation in Mexico.  

Among the companies with shares expected to actively trade in Thursday's session are Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT), Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD) and Dollar Tree Inc. (DLTR). Wal-Mart's fiscal first-quarter earnings rose 10% as the world's biggest ...  

(Mike Luckovich via GoComics.com) Could not happen to a more deserving bunch of thieves and miscreants: Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) is the subject of a U.S. Justice Department criminal investigation into allegations of bribery in its Mexican subsidiary, according to a person familiar with the probe. The Justice Department is investigating potential criminal charges under [...]  

April 24 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Representative Elijah Cummings of Maryland, the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, talks about allegations of bribery at Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s subsidiary in Mexico and his desire for a congressional investigation of the case. Cummings speaks on Bloomberg Television’s “InBusiness With Margaret Brennan.” (Source: Bloomberg)  

(Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) will try to get investors' minds back on business and away from a Mexican bribery scandal, and continued progress in its U.S. turnaround could do just that. Wal-Mart is expected on Thursday to post its third ...  

“Unlike prior bad PR stories in recent years, this will be a material distraction for Wal-Mart on multiple fronts.” — Charles Grom, a retail analyst at Deutsche Bank, on allegations that Wal-Mart Stores Inc. covered up the findings of an internal probe that proved its Mexican subsidiary bribed officials in that country.  

Leading the blue-chip index’s limited risers, shares of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT)  jumped 4.2% after the discount retailer reported a better-than-expected rise in first-quarter income. See Wal-Mart story. Ending at a four-month low ...  

GALVESTON - Alleging a security guard at the Galveston Wal-Mart assaulted him last year, Shawn Allen Catrett is pursuing legal action.Catrett, currently incarcerated at the Galveston County Jail, is suing Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Yale Security and Robert Austin in response to the alleged incident. According to handwritten court documents filed April 23 in Galveston County District Court, the plaintiff was exiting Wal-Mart around noon on Sept. 7...  

BOSTON (AP) -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is announcing plans to install solar panels at Massachusetts stores in the next two years, making it the largest user of solar power in the state. Company officials, joined by Rick Sullivan, the state's secretary of ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is announcing plans to install solar panels at Massachusetts stores in the next two years, making it the largest user of solar power in the state. Company officials, joined by Rick Sullivan, the state's secretary of Energy and ...  

“The Morning Briefing” is SmartPlanet’s daily roundup of must-reads from the web. This morning we’re reading about solar power. 1.) Wal-Mart to install solar panels in Massachusetts. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is announcing plans to install solar panels ...  

The article further alleged that Walmart de Mexico executives knew about the payments and actively took steps to conceal them. The article stated that “in a confidential report to his superiors, Wal-Mart's lead investigator, ...  

Linked here is a detailed quantitative analysis of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT ... A Star was earned since the Free Cash Flow payout ratio was less than 60% and there were no negative Free Cash Flows over the last 10 years. The stock earned a Star as ...  

NEW YORK, N.Y. Wal-Mart’s U.S. business finally got its groove back. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 per cent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S. shoppers into ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s profit and sales exceeded analysts' expectations during the first quarter, with profits increasing 10.1 percent and sales rising 8.6 ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. could be required to hire an independent monitor to ensure future compliance with U.S. anti-corruption laws, Reuters reports. The retailer currently faces allegations that its Mexican subsidiary paid $24 million in bribes to accelerate ...  

BOSTON — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has partnered with Middletown-based Greenskies Renewable Energy LLC to install solar panels at Massachusetts stores over the next two years, making it the largest user of solar power in the state. Company ...  

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc. shares rose 5%, the best performer on the Dow, after the company's fiscal first-quarter profit rose more than expected and its namesake U.S. chain reported a third straight quarterly same-store sales gain. Sears Holdings Corp. shares jumped 7.7% after its adjusted first-quarter loss was much smaller than expected and the company said it plans to seek a partial spin-off of Sears Canada, where it...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reporting a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit as the world's largest retailer's re-emphasis on low prices continues to woo back bargain-hungry shoppers in an uncertain economy.  

NEW YORK - Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S.  

New York City Pension Funds says shareholders should vote against the re-election of Wal-Mart Stores Inc. CEO Mike Duke and four other directors due to concerns about the world's largest retailer's bribery investigation in Mexico.  

Riding the wave of the blockbuster movie “The Avengers,” Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has launched an augmented reality app that lets customers play a game in which they can hunt down superheroes in stores or take pictures with any of the Avengers ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. WMT-N would like the Street to focus on the growth of its new urban stores in the U.S. when it provides first-quarter results on Thursday. But many investors will be distracted from the fundamentals by the continuing storm of criticism ...  

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — After chains like Macy’s Inc. and Kohl’s Corp. gave disappointing forecasts last week, investors will be watching results from other retailers, led by Dow components Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Home Depot Inc., for ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is reporting a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit as the world's largest retailer's re-emphasis on low prices continues to woo back bargain-hungry shoppers in an uncertain economy.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) reported a better-than-expected first quarter profit as its U.S. division produced a 2.6 percent sales rise in stores open at least a year reported Reuters. Warm weather and an early Easter also spurred spending by shoppers. The company earned ... In addition, Walmart's U.S. same-store sales have now increased for three consecutive quarters. After JPMorgan's (NYSE:JPM) massive trading loss, which has now...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a 10.1 percent increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates as its re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S. shoppers into its stores.  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s (WMT) fiscal first-quarter earnings rose 10% on stronger-than-expected revenue and same-store sales in its key U.S. stores that rose for a third straight quarter. The company's namesake stores in the U.S. showed a 2.6% ...  

Customers across the country can now enjoy Walmart's premium selection and wide assortment of top quality USDA Choice steak, including T-bone, NY Strip, Filet ... which chef moves on to the May 22nd New York City finale. All events will take place in ...  

Investors who are current long-term stockholders in shares of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) have certain options and should contact the Shareholders Foundation, Inc. by e-mail at mail@shareholdersfoundation.com or call +1 (858) 779-1554. The plaintiff ...  

NEW YORK – Wal-Mart Stores (WMT) reported a 10.1% increase in first-quarter profit that beat Wall Street estimates. The company's re-emphasis on low prices drove bargain-hungry U.S. shoppers into its stores. The world's largest retailer also ...  

NEW YORK — In business, you're only as good as your last good deed. In recent years, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., the world's largest retailer, has tried to repair a reputation that's been damaged by decades of criticism and legal troubles.  

CalSTRS is suing current and former executives and board members of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., maintaining company officials knew of and attempted to cover up a bribery campaign by its Mexican subsidiary to win market dominance.  

Customers are invited to attend these events with a special appearance by Bill Elliott and Dale Earnhardt Jr., and enjoy show car and simulator displays - perfect to safely get behind the wheel and feel the power of NASCAR - on May 3 - 5 from 10 a.m. to 7 ...  

ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT), is focused on strengthening its existing operations in Africa and not immediate expansion into new markets on the continent, the head of its international businesses said on Thursday. Wal-Mart ...  

A Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) shareholder on Wednesday sued the company's ... The complaint, filed as a derivative lawsuit in the Court of Chancery in Delaware, states that Henrietta Klein is seeking to recover damage to the company's reputation as well ...  

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - The second largest U.S. public pension fund said on Thursday it had sued current and former executives and board members at Wal-Mart Stores Inc, alleging bribery and a cover-up in the company's expansion in Mexico. The $153 billion California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS), which holds more than 5.3 million shares of Wal-Mart Stores Inc, said in a statement it had filed the derivative lawsuit in Delaware...  

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company's discount stores and supercenters offer merchandise such as apparel, housewares, small appliances, electronics, and hardware. Walmart's markets offer a ...  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Toys "R" Us Inc. are recalling inflatable Banzai water slides after a product defect resulted in the July 2006 death of a 29-year-old Colorado woman and seriously injured at least ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc, is focused on strengthening its existing operations in Africa and not immediate expansion into new markets on the continent, the head of its international businesses said on Thursday. Wal-Mart, the world's ... Last year, Minister Patel, together with the Ministers of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and Trade and Industry, Tina Joemat-Pettersson and Rob Davies, launched an application to appeal the approval of the...  

Business Matters Staff Report -- Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has agreed to pay more than $4.8 million in back wages and damages to more than 4,500 employees nationwide following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor.  

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company's discount stores and supercenters offer merchandise such as apparel, housewares, small appliances, electronics, and hardware. Walmart's markets offer a ...  

This new "Super Hero AR" app is available now for download at the ... http://marvel.com/avengers_movie/. Marvel Studios presents Marvel's The Avengers-the team up of a lifetime, featuring iconic Marvel Super Heroes Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Thor ...  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the maker of a trampoline sold exclusively at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) is recalling about 92,000 units, while another manufacturer of bassinets will recall roughly 42,000 items due to fall ...  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) and Toys "R" Us Inc. are recalling inflatable Banzai water slides after a product defect resulted in the July 2006 death of a 29-year-old Colorado woman and seriously ...  

The second largest U.S. public pension fund said on Thursday it had sued current and former executives and board members at Wal-Mart Stores Inc, alleging bribery and a cover-up in the company's expansion in Mexico.  

May 9 (Reuters) - A Chinese manufacturer is recalling trampolines supplied to Wal-Mart Stores Inc, after reports of injuries including broken bones and contusions. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Hong Kong-based Sportspower Ltd ...  

SALINE, Mich., April 26, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NASCAR fans in Michigan can save on tickets to the upcoming Michigan 400 on June 17 with the Walmart Family Track Pack. The $99 package gives families four race tickets, four hot dogs, four sodas and one ...  

When day-trade ended, the stock finally plunged 0.24% to US$59.05. Share prices of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. have traded as high as US$62.63 per share and as low as US$48.31 in the past 52 weeks. The move occurred on volume of 10.27 million which is relative ...  

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DALLAS, Apr 23, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Kendall Law Group, a national securities firm led by a former federal judge with attorneys that include a former U.S. Attorney, is investigating Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) . The investigation concerns ...  

A Chinese manufacturer is recalling trampolines supplied to Wal-Mart Stores Inc, after reports of injuries including broken bones and contusions. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Hong Kong-based Sportspower Ltd, said they were ...  

Below are some highlights from the above linked analysis: Company Description: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is the largest retailer in North America. Wal-Mart operates a chain of discount department stores, wholesale clubs, and combination discount stores and supermarkets.  

Norton at (212) 619-5400 or jnorton@nfllp.com to discuss this investigation, their rights, or potential remedies. On April 12, 2012, The New York Times reported that Wal-Mart “shut down” an investigation concerning evidence that Wal-Mart de ...  

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) and Toys "R" Us Inc. are recalling inflatable Banzai water slides after a product defect resulted in the July 2006 death of a 29-year-old Colorado woman and ...  

WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is selling some temporary housing units at its store in Williston. Store manager Ryan Keller tells the Williston Herald his store is the only Wal-Mart selling the cube-like units that cost about $25,000.  

(Reuters) - When is a bribe not a bribe? According to U.S. law, it might not be a bribe if a company paid a little something under the table to a foreign official to encourage him to speed up a permit that he would have issued anyway. Some legal experts ...  

which will save customers time as they shop for everyday necessities at our unbeatable prices," said Quist. "By grouping the products that our customers most often purchase we are making one-stop shopping even easier." The new Walmart features wide aisles ...  

SodaStream International Ltd. (SODA) (SODA) surged the most on record in New York after the Israeli maker of soda machines said it will roll out its products at Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) (WMT) in the U.S. by the end of May. Shares of the ...  

NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (WMT) and Target Corp. (TGT) are expanding their offerings and display areas for Apple Inc. (APPL) products, hoping that customers will not only come in for the hot merchandise, but shop in other parts ...  

Katherine Field BoccaccioThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division has ordered Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to pay more than $4.8 million in back wages and damages to some 4,500 employees nationwide. read more  

Marianne WilsonWal-Mart Stores Inc. reported a better-than-expected 9.2% increase in first-quarter profit on increased sales in the United States and a strong performance abroad. read more  

The S is trading fractionally higher to 1,393 and the Dow is trading 0.5% higher to 13,151. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The Company's discount stores and supercenters offer merchandise such as ...  

Warren Buffett said recent reports of a bribery scandal at Wal-Mart Stores Inc.'s (WMT) Mexico operations haven't altered his view of investing in the retailer, he told CNBC in an interview. Buffett said that he has always held that in general ...  

WASHINGTON — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. will pay $4.8 million in back wages and damages to more than 4,500 employees nationwide for unpaid overtime, the Labor Department said Tuesday. The nation's biggest retailer also will pay nearly $464,000 in ...  

PRLog (Press Release) - Apr 24, 2012 - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT): Abnormal trading volume of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE:WMT) was found on April 23, reaching 37.93 million shares, 4.9 times heavier than usual day trading. Wal-Mart Stores ...  

WILLISTON, N.D. — Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is selling some temporary housing units at its store in Williston. Store manager Ryan Keller said his store is the only Wal-Mart selling the cube-like units that cost about $25,000. The units are only 80 square feet ...  

OMAHA, Neb. (MarketWatch) -- Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and Chief Executive Warren Buffett thinks Wal-Mart Stores Inc. mishandled its Mexico bribery scandal, but his opinion of the retailer has not ...  

Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and Chief Executive Warren Buffett thinks Wal-Mart Stores Inc. mishandled its Mexico bribery scandal, but his opinion of the retailer has not changed for the worse. “It may well result in a significant fine, but it ...  

May 02, 2012 (Analyst Reflections via COMTEX News Network) -- One week ago Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE:WMT) was downgraded from Buy to Hold at Argus Research. Wal-Mart Stores stocks closed at $59.07, a 2.2% gain over the course of one week. Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE ...  

OMAHA, Neb. _ Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and Chief Executive Warren Buffett thinks Wal-Mart Stores Inc. mishandled its Mexico bribery scandal, but his opinion of the retailer has not changed for the worse. "It may well result in a significant fine, but it ...  

OMAHA, Nebraska (Reuters) - Warren Buffett on Saturday told Berkshire Hathaway Inc shareholders that he has not changed his opinion about Wal-Mart Stores Inc or its earnings power, but that the world's largest retailer "may well have made a mistake" in ...  

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. hushed up a vast bribery campaign that top executives of its Mexican subsidiary carried out to build stores across that country, according to a published report. The New York Times reported Saturday that Wal-Mart failed to ...  

(Phys.org) -- Small towns in Iowa (between 3,000 and 20,000 population) that have hosted Wal-Mart stores showed moderate increases in total retail sales in the 15 years following the stores' opening according to a new study by two Iowa State University economists.