Walmart (WMT) Insider Trust Sells $536M of Stock

Walton Family Holdings Trust recently sold a substantial number of shares in Walmart Inc., according to a filing dated June 16, 2026. The trust offloaded 4,424,704 shares at an average price of $121.09 each, resulting in a transaction valued at approximately $535.8 million. This sale was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Insider Buying and Selling at Walmart Inc.

On June 16, 2026, Walton Family Holdings Trust sold 4,424,704 shares of Walmart, while another transaction on the same day involved the sale of 886,000 shares. Additionally, Executive Vice President Latrice Watkins sold 3,667 shares at $120.82 each. These transactions were not pre-planned. Earlier in the month, on June 4, Steuart Walton purchased 1,935 shares, which was an unplanned buy.

Other Institutional Activity in Walmart

Several institutional investors also adjusted their positions in Walmart. BlackRock, Inc. increased its holdings by 3,522,426 shares, bringing its total to 353,085,648 shares valued at about $43.88 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC maintained its position with 284,852,775 shares worth approximately $35.4 billion. State Street Corp added 1,225,015 shares, ending with 185,928,865 shares at a value of $23.15 billion. JPMorgan Chase & Co significantly boosted its holdings by 7,036,146 shares, reaching a total of 122,469,785 shares valued at $15.13 billion. Geode Capital Management, LLC also increased its stake by 2,845,431 shares, totaling 105,856,140 shares valued at $13.1 billion.

Walmart Inc. Stock Up 0.9%

Shares of Walmart Inc. (NasdaqGS: WMT) are trading near $118.13. The company boasts a market capitalization of roughly $940 billion and has a P/E ratio of 41.6. Walmart's stock has ranged from a 52-week low of $94.23 to a high of $135.16. The 50-day moving average is $125.30, while the 200-day moving average is $116.37. The company has a current ratio of 0.77 and a quick ratio of 0.19, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 74.82.

Recent Earnings

Walmart reported revenue of $725.3 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 7.3%. The company achieved an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.84, with a net margin of 3.14% and a return on equity (ROE) of 24.13%. Walmart is expected to release its next earnings report on August 20, 2026.

Dividend

Walmart pays an annual dividend rate of $0.99, yielding 0.82% with a payout ratio of 33.54%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Analysts continue to show confidence in Walmart's stock. On May 29, 2026, Tigress Financial maintained a buy rating with a price target of $155. UBS, RBC Capital, and BNP Paribas also maintained buy ratings with targets of $141, $137, and $146, respectively, on May 22. The consensus among 41 analysts is a strong buy, with a mean target price of $138.37.

About Walmart Inc.

Walmart Inc. is a leading retailer operating a vast network of retail and wholesale stores, e-commerce websites, and mobile applications globally. It serves customers through its Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club segments. Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, and led by CEO John Furner, Walmart employs around 2.1 million people. The company offers a wide range of products, including groceries, health and wellness items, and home goods, among others.

Bottom Line

The recent sale of shares by Walton Family Holdings Trust is a notable transaction for Walmart Inc., reflecting ongoing insider activity. Investors closely watch these moves for insights into the company's leadership confidence. As always, it's important to remember that insider transactions are disclosed after the fact and may not indicate future stock performance.