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Ticker	Sector	Change
S	Technology	-10.6%
P	—	+5.6%
E	Energy	+2.3%
WMT ⚡	Retail	+2.2%

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Aug 30, 2026 Is Walmart Stock Underperforming the Nasdaq? Neutral

Walmart Is Down 24%. Is It Finally the Ultimate Dividend King Stock to Buy and … Nasdaq · Aug 30, 2026 Mixed

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Ticker	Sector	Change
S	Technology	-10.6%
P	—	+5.6%
E	Energy	+2.3%
WMT ⚡	Retail	+2.2%

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PARAGRAPH 1 --- Walmart (WMT) stock has underperformed the Nasdaq, dropping 24% year-to-date, while the Nasdaq has gained 12%. Despite a 53-year streak of dividend increases, Walmart's yield lags the S&P 500 average. Meanwhile, Amazon (AMZN), a key competitor, has underperformed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 since Jeff Bezos stepped down as CEO in July 2021.

PARAGRAPH 2 --- The underperformance of these retail giants impacts the broader consumer discretionary sector. Walmart's struggles may indicate softer consumer demand or pricing pressures, while Amazon's post-Bezos performance suggests investors are reassessing the company's growth prospects. This dynamic could lead to a repricing of other retail stocks and e-commerce platforms.

PARAGRAPH 3 --- Next, watch Walmart's Q3 earnings on November 15 for insights into holiday sales and consumer spending. Also, monitor Amazon's Q4 earnings on February 3, 2023, to gauge the company's performance under Andy Jassy's leadership. Lastly, keep an eye on Tim Cook's successor at Apple, as the tech giant's leadership transition may influence investor sentiment in the broader market.

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First SeenAug 30, 2026

Last UpdatedSep 12, 2026

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