Walmart Stock Dips Amid Broad Leadership Shakeup

Walmart's shares declined after a sweeping leadership reshuffle that includes John Furner replacing Doug McMillon as CEO on Feb. 1 and Chris Nicholas becoming President and CEO of Walmart International. The moves also elevate Seth Dallaire to EVP and Chief Growth Officer, name David Guggina as President and CEO of Walmart U.S., and promote Latriece Watkins to President and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S. as the company centralizes platforms amid AI-driven changes. Despite the leadership moves, Walmart highlighted solid international growth (11.4% in constant currency) in Q3, while TipRanks shows a Strong Buy consensus with a target around $126, signaling cautious investor sentiment to the upheaval.