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S&P 500 & Walmart

29 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

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S&P 500: The S&P 500 fell 0.87% to 7,641.16, ending about 2% below its record close. The index was pressured by rising yields, weak retail earnings, and oil-driven inflation worries.
Walmart: Walmart missed quarterly comparable sales expectations, causing its stock to plunge 9.2% and dragging down the retail sector. The miss highlights consumer strain from high gasoline prices and inflation.
Aug 20, 2026 · 15 articles
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S&P 500: Lost 0.52% to 7,745.06, with most sectors declining except energy.
Walmart: Due to report earnings on Aug 20; key retail bellwether.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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S&P 500: The S&P 500 fell 0.5% but remains near its all-time high, reflecting investor caution amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns.
Walmart: Walmart's earnings are closely watched as a bellwether for consumer spending and inflation impact.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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S&P 500: The S&P 500 index showed gains over multiple trading sessions, reflecting a positive sentiment in the broader market.
Walmart: Walmart Inc. consistently appeared among the biggest losers, with its stock price falling significantly across several trading days, indicating negative investor sentiment.
May 20, 2026 · 12 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 has slipped from its record high as oil price spikes and inflation concerns weigh on investor sentiment, reflecting the broad market impact of the conflict.
Walmart: Walmart's upcoming earnings are watched as a retail bellwether, with potential impact on consumer spending.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 notched its ninth straight weekly gain and monthly advance, driven by hopes of progress toward a peaceful resolution to the Iran war and a robust earnings season.
Walmart: Walmart shares were down, reflecting weakness in the consumer staples sector.
May 27, 2026 · 101 articles
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S&P 500: The S&P 500 has been setting new all-time highs, driven by strong corporate profits and hopes for a deal between the United States and Iran. However, it also experienced slight dips from its records.
Walmart: Walmart was down 2.6%, contributing to the weakness observed in consumer staples shares.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
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International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures were mixed, reflecting the broader market's reaction to the geopolitical tensions and uncertainty surrounding the U.S.-Iran peace talks.
Walmart: Walmart>>>'s results will provide insight into how consumers are faring with high energy prices, which are directly influenced by the US-Iran conflict.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500>>> dropped from its record high, reflecting investor concerns over the US-Iran conflict and its potential impact on the global economy and corporate earnings.
Walmart: Walmart>>>'s results will provide insight into how consumers are faring with high energy prices, which are directly influenced by the US-Iran conflict.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 has fallen from record highs due to higher yields and oil prices.
Walmart: Walmart is set to report earnings, which could be affected by consumer spending and inflation.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
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S&P 500: The S&P 500 is used as a benchmark; Walmart's stock has lagged its 13% gain this year.
Walmart: Walmart is the central entity; its slowing same-store sales are offset by the rapid growth of Walmart — Walmart Connect, which is boosting margins and supporting the stock.
Aug 18, 2026 · 6 articles
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S&P 500: The S&P 500 has risen 14% this year, supporting household wealth and spending.
Walmart: Walmart is pushing discounts for the back-to-school season to attract inflation-weary shoppers.
Aug 14, 2026 · 63 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 has scaled new highs despite rising energy costs and inflation worries, indicating that corporate profits have been buoyant in the first quarter, though margin forecasts are being cut for the second quarter.
Walmart: Walmart is scheduled to report results this week amid global market uncertainty.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
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International
S&P 500: S&P 500 futures rose, indicating a mixed but generally positive sentiment in the U.S. market futures.
Walmart: Walmart>>> fell sharply after issuing a cautious outlook and warning about pressure on consumers.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 ended Friday at fresh record highs, but its performance on Monday was mixed due to the geopolitical tensions, though tempered by tech gains.
Walmart: Walmart>>> fell sharply after issuing a cautious outlook and warning about pressure on consumers.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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Business
S&P 500: The S&P 500 index is used as a benchmark; JPMorgan has underperformed it this year.
Walmart: Walmart is referenced as an example of a company that slipped below $1 trillion after reaching it, used as a cautionary tale.
Jul 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
S&P 500: The S&P 500 is not directly affected by this event.
Walmart: Walmart may be affected as a retailer of robot vacuums, but the ban's impact on its sales is uncertain.
Jul 28, 2026 · 183 articles
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Business
S&P 500: The S&P 500 is used as a benchmark, with Nvidia vastly outperforming it over five years.
Walmart: Walmart is used as a valuation comparison, having a higher P/E than Nvidia despite lower growth.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
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Feb 19, 2026 · 7 articles
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Feb 03, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Apr 16, 2026 · 760 articles
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Apr 27, 2026 · 243 articles
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International
May 06, 2026 · 17 articles
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International
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
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Apr 02, 2026 · 9 articles
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May 26, 2026 · 9 articles
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Domestic
May 20, 2026 · 7 articles
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Business
May 21, 2026 · 15 articles
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S&P 500: Mentioned as benchmark for P/E comparison; not directly affected.
Walmart: Referenced as competitor; not directly impacted.
Jul 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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