Walmart U.S. Q3 comps grew 2.7% and Walmart U.S. eCommerce sales grew 50%, Company reports Q3 FY18 GAAP EPS of $0.58; Adjusted EPS of $1.00, The company now expects full-year GAAP EPS of $3.84 to $3.92, Adjusted full-year EPS of $4.38 to $4.46

  • The company's third-quarter GAAP EPS was adjusted for three items. A charge of $0.29 for loss on extinguishment of debt in connection with the company's recently completed debt tender offer, a charge of $0.09 based on discussions with government agencies regarding the possible resolution of the FCPA matter, and a charge of $0.04 based on the decision to exit certain properties in one of the company's international markets.
  • Total revenue was $123.2 billion, an increase of $5.0 billion, or 4.2%. Excluding currency, total revenue was $122.7 billion, an increase of $4.5 billion, or 3.8%.
  • Walmart U.S. comp sales increased 2.7%, and comp traffic increased 1.5%.
  • eCommerce growth at Walmart U.S. remained strong, led by growth through Walmart.com. Net sales and GMV increased 50% and 54%, respectively.
  • Net sales at Walmart International were $29.5 billion, an increase of 4.1%. Excluding currency, net sales were $29.1 billion, an increase of 2.5%. Ten of eleven markets posted positive comp sales, including our four largest markets.

Walmart reports Q3 FY18 earnings (Infographic: Business Wire)

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Release Summary

Walmart U.S. Q3 comps grew 2.7% and Walmart U.S. eCommerce sales grew 50%, Company reports Q3 FY18 GAAP EPS of $0.58; Adjusted EPS of $1.00.

Contacts

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Investor Relations:
Steve Schmitt, 479-258-7172
or
Media Relations:
Randy Hargrove, 800-331-0085