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Business, Technology

Amazon Heeds Calls for Environmental Action

Amazon.com contributed more greenhouse gas emissions last year than some big competitors in retail, logistics and technology, but less than rival Walmart Inc. and the world’s biggest energy companies, highlighting the growing scale and diverse businesses of the conglomerate.

September 20, 2019
Business, Technology

New Walmart Credit Card Looks to Boost E-Commerce

In a sign of how much Walmart Inc. is betting on e-commerce, the retailer’s revamped credit-card program with Capital One Financial Corp. offers better rewards for online shopping and checking out with its mobile app.

September 18, 2019
Business, Logistics

Walmart Rolls Out Grocery Delivery Subscription

NEW YORK — Walmart is rolling out a grocery delivery subscription service this fall as it races to gain an advantage in the competitive fresh food business.

September 12, 2019
Business, Logistics

Walmart Testing a Fulfillment Service for Vendors to Match Amazon

Walmart Inc., looking to generate more profit from its online unit, wants to start storing and shipping products for third-party vendors for the first time, just as rival Amazon.com Inc. has done for years.

September 12, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety

Walmart, Tesla Pause in Legal Fight Over Fiery Solar Panels

NEW YORK — Walmart said Aug. 23 that it is working on a resolution with Tesla after the retail giant sued the electric car company’s energy division for installing rooftop solar panels that caught fire.

August 23, 2019
Business, Logistics

Target, Like Walmart, Proves Main Engine of Economy Is Humming

Recession fears may be mounting in certain parts of the U.S. economy, but Walmart Inc. and Target Corp. are signaling that the all-important American consumer is doing just fine.

August 21, 2019
Business

Walmart Delivers in Second Quarter

NEW YORK — Walmart raised its annual outlook after a strong second quarter for the world’s largest retailer, thanks in part to strong online grocery deliveries.

August 15, 2019
Government, Business

Walmart Fights $54 Million Lawsuit Verdict Awarding Drivers Sleeper Berth Pay

A three-member panel of the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments Aug. 6 in an appeal by Walmart Transportation of a $54 million jury damage award in 2016.

August 8, 2019
Business, Technology

Walmart Shuffles Leadership Team for Store-Digital Integration

Walmart Inc. still is trying to get its structure just how it wants it. The retail giant announced its second internal restructuring in as many months as it tries to better integrate its money-losing online business in the United States with its physical stores.

July 19, 2019
Business, Technology

Walmart Hunts for New Online Revenue Chief as Losses Mount

Walmart Inc. has a hole to fill at its online unit, and whoever assumes the role faces a big challenge ahead. The company is searching for a new chief revenue officer for its U.S. e-commerce business, who would work under online leader Marc Lore to help map out its battle plan against Amazon.com, Target Corp. and other rivals.

July 12, 2019