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Fourth quarter highlights

 

  • Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $1.43, which includes the impact of discrete items detailed in this press release.  Adjusted EPS was $1.49.
  • On a reported basis, total revenue was $129.7 billion.  On a constant currency basis, total revenue was $134.4 billion, an increase of 2.2%.  
  • Comp sales at Walmart U.S. were positive for the sixth consecutive quarter, up 0.6%, driven by the fifth consecutive quarter of positive traffic.  Neighborhood Market comps increased approximately 7%.  Customer experience scores continued to strengthen.
  • Walmart International net sales were $32.7 billion on a reported basis.  On a constant currency basis, net sales were $37.4 billion, an increase of 3.3%, led by strength at Walmex and in Canada. 
  • Globally, on a constant currency basis, e-commerce sales and GMV increased approximately 8%.  Growth was pressured primarily by challenges in key international markets. 

     

Fiscal 2016 highlights

 

  • Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $4.57, which includes certain discrete items that impacted the fourth quarter, in addition to other items detailed in this press release.  Adjusted EPS was $4.59.
  • On a reported basis, total revenue was $482.1 billion.  On a constant currency basis, total revenue was $499.4 billion, an increase of 2.8%.
  • Globally, e-commerce sales on a constant currency basis increased approximately 12% to $13.7 billion, and GMV on a constant currency basis increased approximately 13%.  
  • Investments in people and technology continued, as expected.  Operating income decreased 11.2%, which includes a 290 basis point impact from certain discrete items detailed in this press release.                                           
  • Walmart generated $27.4 billion in operating cash flow and returned $10.4 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.                                         

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better - anytime and anywhere - in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices.  Each week, nearly 260 million customers and members visit our 11,535 stores under 72 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce websites in 11 countries.  With fiscal year 2016 revenue of $482.1 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.2 million associates worldwide.  Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity.