Walmart reintroduces basket fees on purchases: tariffs have nothing to do with it

Walmart employee adjusts an in-store ‘Everyday Low Price’ sign showing $9.97, illustrating price management amid renewed basket fee not tied to tariffs.

The mega-retailer is bringing back a $6.99 charge on some online orders, but dismisses speculation that global tariffs are to blame. Walmart has revived a $6.99 “basket fee” for online grocery delivery and pickup requests under $35 by participants in the Walmart+ Assist program. The charge was suspended during the height of the COVID crisis … Read more

Walmart bets on massive Florida facility to eclipse Costco, Target: this is the new megacenter

Site plan map of Walmart 90,000-square-meter Jacksonville Florida megacenter along State Route 44 and County Road 46

Walmart has taken a decisive step in the midst of fierce retail competition by opening a 90,000-square-meter distribution center in Jacksonville, Florida. This bold move aims to strengthen the supply chain for its Sam’s Club stores across the southeastern United States, providing improved service not only in Florida, but also in Georgia, South Carolina, and … Read more

Mass closures at Walmart in 2025: six states face permanent supermarket exits this year

Entrance of a Walmart Supercenter with “Welcome to your Walmart” banner, illustrating stores slated to close in six U.S. states in 2025.

The renowned retailer is set to close a number of its branches, leaving some communities without local Walmart supermarkets. This decision is already sparking questions among shoppers and employees alike. Walmart’s new wave of closures continues a trend that began three years ago, affecting regions such as California and Georgia. Although the company remains a … Read more

This is what Walmart could look like in 2025 — According to all predictions

Walmart storefront under sunny sky showcasing retailer's envisioned future store concept for 2025

Walmart is unveiling a bold vision for its stores amid rising competition and shifting consumer habits. The retailer plans to incorporate cutting-edge technology, sustainable initiatives, and forward-thinking designs that could redefine how Americans shop. In the face of a so-called “retail apocalypse,” Walmart has announced plans to modernize hundreds of its locations in the coming … Read more

Walmart CEO says prices will go up in 2025

Exterior of a Walmart store highlighting upcoming 2025 price increases announced by CEO Doug McMillon.

“Prices must reflect rising costs,” says CEO Doug McMillon. Many Americans have noticed a shift in their shopping habits, and Walmart’s recent announcement may offer some clues. The retail giant, one of the first major U.S. chains to reveal first-quarter earnings, announced a decline in profits. Consequently, it plans to raise prices to cope with … Read more

Walmart and Kohl’s warn of new threat that could raise prices for everyone

Walmart associate scans a bag of oranges and other groceries at a busy checkout lane

The popular retailers are forecasting an unsettling future for the industry. The world of retail seems to be in constant motion, never staying calm for long. Just five years ago, many of America’s largest stores identified forced lockdowns and covid as their biggest threats. Who would have expected that today they’d be pointing to tariffs … Read more

Confirmed: Walmart says goodbye to five California locations this year

Exterior of a Walmart store with shoppers at the entrance—one of five California locations scheduled to close by 2025.

A new wave of closures raises concerns among residents and local businesses. Walmart has confirmed the permanent shutdown of five stores in California, targeting locations in San Diego, El Cajon, West Covina, Fremont, and Granite Bay. This move comes amid ongoing inflationary pressures across the country, as well as tariff policies that have influenced corporate … Read more

Walmart introduces new parking policy: $48 fines and risk of immediate towing

Row of cars in Walmart Keeaumoku parking lot on a rainy day; store to enforce new $48 fines and towing after 3-hour limit

Starting May 1, Honolulu’s Keeaumoku Walmart and Sam’s Club are introducing strict parking regulations aimed at stopping unauthorized vehicles from taking up customer spaces. Shoppers should keep an eye on the clock, as parking for more than three hours could lead to hefty fines. In just a few days, anyone parking at the Keeaumoku branch … Read more

Walmart changes its installment payment plan, affecting millions of customers across the United States

Older man in vintage Wal-Mart cap standing before blue Walmart store logo, illustrating retailer’s updated installment payment plan for U.S. customers.

The update could affect millions of Walmart customers across the country. Walmart is no stranger to transforming how Americans shop. If you’ve been following its evolution, you might have noticed everything from expanded pickup services to shiny new in-store displays. But the retail giant is now making headlines with a checkout shakeup that’s set to … Read more

Goodbye to traditional returns: Amazon and Walmart now refund and let you keep the item

Amazon shipping box Jeff Bezos illustrating refund-without-return policy on low-cost items

An unexpected policy is catching many shoppers off guard: some of the biggest retailers in the country are giving refunds without asking for the product back. This approach is not new, but it’s becoming more common in 2024—and it might make you rethink how you handle returns. In recent months, chains like Amazon and Walmart … Read more

Walmart and Kohl’s are scared: they warn of the growing tariff problems in the US retail sector

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Major retailers anticipate higher costs and possible store closures Retail in the United States has always been unpredictable, but the latest round of tariffs proposed by the Trump administration could intensify those uncertainties. Five years ago, stores were struggling with forced closures and declining foot traffic. Now, they are bracing for a new challenge that … Read more

Walmart says goodbye forever: several branches confirm definitive closures across the United States

Walmart storefront with shopping carts lined up, reflecting recent closures in several U.S. locations.

The retail giant has announced a wave of closures affecting various states, including California and Georgia. Find out all the details and what it means for shoppers. Walmart, one of the largest retail chains in the world, has confirmed the closure of numerous stores across multiple U.S. states. Although this may sound alarming at first … Read more