Walmart reports Q4 EPS from continuing operations of $1.51; Walmart U.S. delivers positive traffic and positive comp sales in Q4

Q4 highlights:

• Walmart reported fourth quarter diluted earnings per share from continuing operations (EPS) of $1.51, which included net benefits of approximately $0.07 from certain tax matters and real estate transactions. The company’s EPS guidance for the quarter of $1.42 to $1.48 did not include these net benefits. This EPS compared to $1.41 last year, which included net tax benefits of approximately $0.07.
• Consolidated net sales for the fourth quarter were $122.3 billion, an increase of 5.8 percent from last year.
• Walmart U.S. reported positive comparable traffic, and comparable store sales rose 1.5 percent in the 13-week period ended Jan. 27, 2012.
• Sam’s Club comparable sales, without fuel, increased 5.4 percent for the same period.
• Walmart International delivered $35.5 billion in net sales for the quarter.
• Consolidated operating income for the quarter was $8.4 billion, up 5.0 percent from last year.

Full year highlights:

• Full year EPS was $4.54, compared with last year’s EPS of $4.18. EPS included approximately $0.05 in net benefits this year and $0.11 last year.
• The company leveraged operating expenses for the full year and the fourth quarter.
• Consolidated net sales for the full year were $443.9 billion, an increase of 5.9 percent.
• Consolidated operating income for the full year was $26.6 billion, up 4.0 percent from last year.
• Walmart ended the year with free cash flow of $10.7 billion.
• Return on investment (ROI) for the fiscal year ended Jan. 31, 2012 was 18.6 percent.
• The company returned $11.3 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.

Walmart Global eCommerce Announces Increased Investment in Yihaodian

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) announced at 19.02.2012 that it has reached an agreement to increase its investment in the holding company of Yihaodian, a fast-growing eCommerce website in China, to bring Walmart's total ownership stake to approximately 51 percent. Closing of the transaction is subject to Chinese government regulatory approval.

Launched in July 2008, Yihaodian offers more than 180,000 SKUs and has achieved a significant position in online grocery sales, as well as in categories such as baby/mom, consumer electronics and apparel. With 5,400 employees and an existing logistics network based in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Wuhan and Chengdu, Yihaodian is serving a growing customer base with same-day and next-day delivery of essential daily items at competitive prices.

Neil Ashe, President and CEO of Walmart Global eCommerce, said, "This investment further enables Walmart to deliver a superb customer experience to Chinese consumers that are already connected to the world through smart phones and social media. We are on track to create the next generation of eCommerce, offering the latest in online innovations to give our customers a unique shopping experience."

"We are very impressed with Yihaodian's strong management team, solid competence in supply chain management and, like Walmart, they are committed to outstanding service to their customers," Ashe continued. "Our further investment in Yihaodian demonstrates that we are committed to investing in China in a key growth industry and developing all that goes with it: logistics, infrastructure, innovative talent and new technologies that will help China meet its development goals. In addition to contributing to China's eCommerce goals, with our increased investment in Yihaodian, we are pleased to be able to further contribute to China's domestic consumption, help stabilize prices, and advance expansion in the middle and western regions."

Gang Yu, co-founder and chairman of Yihaodian, said, "Walmart not only brings us nearly 50 years of retailing experience and history, but also innovative technology and eCommerce solutions that will help us better meet our customers' needs. Their excellence in supply chain will enable us to improve our customer experience and operational efficiency."

Junling Liu, co-founder and CEO of Yihaodian, said, "More than an investment of funds, Walmart will share its knowledge and technology together with its best-in-class practices in retail and transfer them to Yihaodian's existing organization, leveraging these synergies with our local market expertise to deliver enhanced product offerings, lower prices and a better shopping experience for our customers."

Ruisheng Sheng, spokesperson for Ping An Group, said, "Ping An welcomes the investment from Walmart. We continue to be a strategic investor in this exciting eCommerce business. With Walmart's and Ping An's strategic partnership and with the vision and leadership of the current management, we believe that Yihaodian will better serve Chinese consumers."

Daytona Walmart Stores to host NASCAR Driver Appearances, Racing Simulators, Fun for Fans Starting Feb. 21

Retailer Gears Up with Authentic Race Merchandise, Exclusive Fan Events, Race Day Savings

DAYTONA, Fla., Feb. 20, 2012 – As Daytona prepares for the upcoming Daytona 500, select Walmart stores will offer authentic NASCAR merchandise and host exclusive fan events starting Tuesday, Feb. 21. Customers are invited to attend these special events and enjoy racing show cars and simulators, along with special appearances by Jeff Burton and Miss Coors Light, as well as race car simulators– perfect to safely get behind the wheel and feel the power of NASCAR.

“Walmart is the champion of the racing fan, and we are committed to providing customers with savings on authentic merchandise, as well as unique race time experiences,” said Corbin Norman, Walmart market manager. “We want to give fans affordability and accessibility, so they can enjoy race time with their families and friends.”

Race Time at Walmart

In addition to the fan events happening in Walmart parking lots, area Walmart stores will feature savings on authentic NASCAR merchandise such as T-shirts and racing flags, with an even bigger selection of exclusive products available at Walmart.com/NASCAR.

Local radio stations 95.7 WHOG, 101one WJRR, and 106.7 XL WXXL will be at the stores broadcasting remotely.

Participating stores in Daytona include:

Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012

Displays free and open to the public include the Bush’s Ultimate Tailgate Truck, 5-hour Energy Show Car, Walmart 50th Anniversary Show Car, Keystone Light Show Truck, Coors Light Show Car & Pole Award, Wheaties Show Car, Oreo Ritz Show Car, and Cheez-It Simulator at:

Store #3207
1601 Rinehart Road
Sanford, Fla. 32771
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Displays free and open to the public include the Hellman’s Show Car,Degree Show Car, Pepsi MAX Show Car, Diet Mountain Dew Show Car, Shell-Pennzoil Show Car, Hefty’s Show Car Simulator, Budweiser Show Car, M&M’s Show Car, Sim Pod & Trophy Display, and Miller Lite Show Car at:

Store #860
1699 N. Woodland Blvd.
Deland, Fla. 32720
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012

Displays free and open to the public include the Bush’s Ultimate Tailgate Truck, 5-hour Energy Show Car, Shell-Pennzoil Show Car, Wheaties Show Car, Budweiser Show Car, Oreo Ritz Show Car, and Cheez-It Simulator and Miller Lite Show Car at:

Store #1182
174 Cypress Point Parkway
Palm Coast, Fla. 32164
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Displays free and open to the public include Walmart’s 50th Anniversary Show Car, Coca-Cola 2-Seat Simulator, Pepsi MAX Show Car, Diet Mountain Dew Show Car, Hefty’s Show Car Simulator, Hellman’s Show Car, Degree Show Car, M&M’s Show Car, Sim Pod & Trophy Display, and Keystone Light Show Truck, Coors Light Show Car & Pole Award at:

Store #613
1521 W. Granada Blvd.
Ormond Beach, Fla. 32174
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012

Displays free and open to the public include the Wheaties Show Car, 5-hour Energy Show Car, Miller Lite Show Car, Walmart 50th Anniversary Show Car, Cheez-It Simulator, Hellman’s Show Car, Degree Show Car and Oreo Ritz Show Car at:

Store #3862
1905 N. Nova Rd.
Daytona Beach, Fla. 32117
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Miss Coors Light Appearance from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Displays free and open to the public include the Shell-Pennzoil Show Car, Keystone Light Show Truck, Coors Light Show Car & Pole Award, Coca-Cola 2-Seat Simulator, M&M’s Show Car, Sim Pod & Trophy Display, Bush’s Ultimate Tailgate Truck, Pepsi MAX Show Car, Diet Mountain Dew Show Car, Budweiser Show Car, and Hefty’s Show Car Simulator at:

Store #1079
3155 State Road 44
New Smyrna Beach, Fla. 32168
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 24, 2012

Displays free and open to the public include the 5-hour Energy Show Car, Bush’s Ultimate Tailgate Truck, Walmart 50th Anniversary Show Car, Keystone Light Show Truck, Pepsi MAX Show Car, Diet Mountain Dew Show Car, Oreo Ritz Show Car and Hefty’s Show Car Simulator at:

Store #582
1590 Dunlawton Ave.
Port Orange, Fla. 32127
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Miss Coors Light Appearance from 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Coca-Cola’s Sprint Cup Driver Jeff Burton Appearance from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Displays free and open to the public include the Wheaties Show Car, Coca-Cola 2-Seat Simulator, Hellman’s Show Car, Quaker State Show Car, Shell-Pennzoil Show Car, Budweiser Show Car, M&M’s Show Car, Sim Pod & Trophy Display, Miller Lite Show Car, Coors Light Show Car & Pole Award and Cheez-It Simulator at:

Store #1391
1101 Beville Rd.
Daytona Beach, Fla. 32119
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012

Displays free and open to the public include the Hellman’s Show Car, Walmart 50th Anniversary Show Car, Pepsi MAX Show Car, Diet Mountain Dew Show Car, Bush’s Ultimate Tailgate Truck, Oreo Ritz Show Car, MARS M&M’s Show Car, Sim Pod & Trophy Display, Hefty’s Show Car Simulator and Miller Lite Show Car & Keystone Light Show Truck at:

Store #1391
1101 Beville Rd.
Daytona Beach, Fla. 32119
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Miss Coors Light Appearance from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Events free and open to the public include the 5-hour Energy Show Car, Wheaties Show Car, Coors Light Show Car & Pole Award, Quaker State Show Car, Shell-Pennzoil Show Car, Coca-Cola 2-Seat Simulator, Budweiser Show Car and Cheez-It Simulator at:

Store #582
1590 Dunlawton Ave
Port Orange, Fla. 32127
11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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If you get Clenbuterol, get Spiropent, its the best...oxyflux sucks.

Best deal are the Sostenon Pre-loads.

Walmart helps conserve acres of critical wildlife habitat

Walmart helps conserve an additional 49,000 acres of critical wildlife habitat


Walmart’s 2012 Acres for America program is helping conserve more than 49,000 acres of critical wildlife habitat across the United States. Acres projects connect existing lands to protect migration routes, provide access for people to enjoy the outdoors and help ensure the future of rural economies that depend on forestry, tourism and recreation.

Acres for America is a 10-year, $35 million commitment that began in 2005 between Walmart and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to purchase and preserve one acre of wildlife habitat in the U.S. for every acre of land developed by the company through 2015. To date, Acres for America has invested in projects in 24 states, protecting more than 687,000 acres.

“It is estimated that America loses nearly three million acres of open space each year,” said Jennifer May-Brust, Walmart vice president of realty supplier management and compliance. “Our strategic partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is helping save important wildlife habitats and fits perfectly with Walmart’s larger goal to bring sustainability into the communities we serve.”

In the summer of 2011, Walmart expanded its Acres investments to include urban conservation projects in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C. The six awards announced today will support projects in California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, North Carolina and Tennessee.

“With these new projects, Acres for America extends into five additional states to protect vital areas for wildlife and people,” said Jeff Trandahl, executive director and CEO of NFWF. “These investments will not only benefit endangered species like the Florida panther – they will also expand open space near urban areas and conserve forests and streams along the Appalachian Trail, one of our most treasured natural resources.”

Americans Can Save More Money at Walmart This Tax Season

BENTONVILLE, Ark., Jan. 9, 2012 – Walmart is determined to save Americans money this tax season, and is doing so through its $3 and $6 check cashing¹. The retailer has also worked with its partners to lower costs for their tax preparation services including free in-store federal Form 1040EZ filing.

Last year more than 60 million Americans didn’t have access to traditional banking services – such as credit cards and checking accounts² – adding up to billions of dollars in fees paid by Americans who need it the most.

“We believe Americans shouldn’t have to pay exorbitant prices on their everyday financial needs,” said Daniel Eckert, vice president of Walmart Financial Services. “It’s their money and we want to make sure they can cash checks, pay bills and transfer money at a low price.”

Over the next two weeks these underserved Americans will file their taxes and start cashing approximately $31 billion in tax refund checks³. Sadly, so many providers stand to capitalize on these individuals by charging between one and three percent of the total refund to cash the check. The average tax refund is $2,902 which means Americans could spend up to $90 just to receive their tax refund⁴.

“Customers need to make every dollar count in this tough economy, and that’s why we’re committed to helping customers pay less for their financial services during tax season and throughout the year,” said Eckert. “With more than 3,000 tax preparation kiosks in Walmart stores across the U.S. and low flat-fee check cashing services, our customers can conveniently make their refund dollars stretch farther by simply taking care of their tax needs at Walmart.”

Leading up to the biggest tax filing week of the year, January 16 - 22, Walmart has worked with Jackson Hewitt and H&R Block to double its in-store tax kiosks and lower the cost for tax preparation services. Jackson Hewitt will offer free federal Form 1040EZ filing⁵ at its Walmart kiosks throughout the tax season and H&R Block will offer a free federal Form 1040EZ until February 29. H&R Block will have 250 kiosks in Walmart stores, while Jackson Hewitt is adding approximately 800 kiosks bringing their Walmart footprint to 2,800.