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Sustainability

Thursday, February 25, 2010
Walmart Announces Goal to Eliminate 20 Million Metric Tons of Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Global Supply Chain

Walmart today announced a goal to eliminate 20 million metric tons of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its global supply chain by the end of 2015.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Walmart to Announce Latest Sustainability Commitment

Walmart will announce a new commitment as the company pursues its sustainability goals of being supplied 100 percent by renewable energy, creating zero waste and selling products that sustain people and the environment.

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International Operations

Thursday, March 04, 2010
The Walmart Foundation Donates $350,000 to Vital Voices Latin America and Caribbean Women's Business Network

The Walmart Foundation today announced a $350,000 donation to the Vital Voices Latin America and Caribbean Women’s Business Network.

Saturday, February 27, 2010
Walmart Commits $1 million in Response to Chile Earthquake

In response to the tragic earthquake in Chile, Walmart (NYSE: WMT) today announced an initial commitment of $1 million to go toward emergency relief efforts throughout the country.

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Merchandising

Monday, February 22, 2010
Walmart Announces Acquisition of Digital Entertainment Provider, VUDU

Walmart announced today a definitive agreement to acquire VUDU, Inc., a leading provider of digital technologies and services that enable the delivery of entertainment content directly to broadband high-definition TVs and Blu-ray players.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Walmart, DreamWorks Animation and Spin Master Join Forces to Bring Families a New Adventure with "How to Train Your Dragon"

DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA) and Walmart (NYSE: WMT) announce today the first of many elements to come from Walmart’s involvement with the studio on its upcoming feature film, “How to Train Your Dragon,” which enters theaters on March 26, 2010.

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Financial

Thursday, March 04, 2010
Walmart Increases Annual Dividend

BENTONVILLE, Ark., March 4, 2010 -- The Board of Directors of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) has approved an annual dividend of $1.21 per share, an 11 percent increase from the $1.09 per share paid during fiscal year 2010. For this current fiscal...

Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Walmart Canada to Open 35 to 40 Supercentres in 2010

Projects expected to generate approximately 6,500 store and construction jobs Mississauga, Ontario, February 23, 2010 ? Walmart Canada will open 35 to 40 supercentres in 2010 the company announced today. The projects will include new stores,...

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