Fact Sheets
Associate Benefits
At Wal-Mart, we’re proud to offer our associates a host of benefits, including affordable health and dental coverage, 401(K) / profit-sharing plans, and bonuses and other incentives.
Charitable Giving
At Wal-Mart, we believe in a philosophy of operating globally and giving back locally. We are proud to be a "store of the community" for all of the communities we serve by helping to provide financial and volunteer support to more than 100,000 charitable and community-focused organizations, and by utilizing our locations to provide opportunities for our customers and associates to give back.
Corporate Facts
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Wal-Mart by the numbers
Disaster Relief
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At Wal-Mart, helping communities is what we do every day. And when a crisis strikes, that charge becomes an even greater priority. From hurricanes in the Southeast, to brush fires in the Southwest; from earthquakes in the West to snow storms in the Northeast, we have assisted with numerous response and relief efforts over the years. Learn about our hurricane relief efforts.
Economic Opportunity
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Wal-Mart’s overall impact on the retail industry and beyond has changed the way business is conducted globally, and increased consumer benefits — regardless of where they shop. From raising tax revenues and lowering overall pricing on goods, to boosting customer traffic at surrounding stores and creating new jobs, Wal-Mart takes every opportunity to be a good neighbor and to provide economic advancements in communities it serves throughout the world. Learn more.
Employment and Diversity
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Diversity is a way of life at Wal-Mart. And our commitment to diversity is not just something we talk about, it’s who we are. Our dedication to diversity extends from our board of directors, to our associates; from our suppliers, to our customers; and to every aspect of our business. We have long maintained diversity initiatives, including personnel practices and supplier programs, to help build and retain a diverse workforce and supplier base along with varied community outreach programs.
Health Care
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Every business in America is dealing with the rising cost of health care and shares a concern about the number of Americans who are uninsured. At Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club, millions of working Americans put their trust in us, and we take that trust very seriously. We believe everyone should have health care coverage, and there are a number of ways that can happen. That’s why we continue to work hard to find affordable, accessible health benefit solutions for our associates and their families.
International Operations
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Wal-Mart International stores, just like those in the U.S., provide excellent customer service and convenience and they offer working families the things they need at prices they can afford. At Wal-Mart, we go to great lengths to ensure our international stores reflect the local needs and wants of our customers, and we work hard to make sure our stores are seen as vital partners in communities. This approach is the reason Wal-Mart is being welcomed into country after country around the globe, and its also why we have tremendous potential to continue our rapid growth internationally. Learn more about our International operations here.
Japan Fact Sheet
Seiyu is one of the largest supermarket chains in Japan. The company was established on April 19, 1963. In May 2002, Wal-Mart acquired a 6.1 % stake in Seiyu. In December 2005, Wal-Mart acquired a majority interest in Seiyu, making Seiyu a Wal-Mart subsidiary, and on December 5, 2007, Wal-Mart‘s tender offer to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of Seiyu was completed successfully, raising Wal-Mart’s ownership of Seiyu from 50.9 percent to 95.1 percent. Wal-Mart proceeded with additional steps to acquire all of the remaining shares, which resulted in the delisting of Seiyu shares from the Tokyo Stock Exchange in April 2008. In June 2008, Seiyu became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wal-Mart.
Logistics
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Since the early days of our company, the ability to move product from place to place quickly and efficiently has been a key driver in Wal-Mart’s success. Today, technology, innovation and the commitment of our associates continue to drive Walmart Logistics mission of providing Wal-Mart customers and Sam’s Club members an outstanding shopping experience that is not only uniquely tailored to their community, but saves them money so they can live better.
Merchandising
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Walmart stores serve millions of people around the globe each day – and we do our best to ensure that the products on our shelves reflect the diverse needs and wants of our customers. Our “Store of the Community” concept is helping us ensure we continue to do just that. Whether it’s locally-grown produce, the hottest seller in electronics or ever-changing seasonal items, we do our best to have the right product in the right place, right when our customers need it.
Miscellaneous
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Sustainability
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At Wal-Mart, we know that being an efficient and profitable business and being a good steward of the environment are goals that can work together. Our environmental goals at Wal-Mart are simple and straightforward: To be supplied 100 percent by renewable energy; to create zero waste; and to sell products that sustain our resources and the environment.
Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Fact Sheet
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. believes that being a profitable and efficient business goes hand-in-hand with being a good steward of the environment. We believe ALL families should have access to affordable, energy-efficient, and sustainable products, like lightbulbs that reduce utility bills while protecting the environment, fruits and vegetables sourced from local farms, fresh seafood caught in a responsible way, clothes made from organic cotton, and forest and paper products that are safe for families, and are produced, packaged and delivered to our stores in an environmentally-friendly way.
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