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Walmart now sees net sales rising 3.75% to 4.75% from last year, compared to prior guidance for a range of 3% to 4%. Walmart also tweaked its earnings forecast, saying it now expects adjusted earnings per share to range from $2.52 to $2.62. The previous outlook was for $2.50 to $2.60.

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For one, shoppers have made a massive flight to lower prices, which Walmart has more of, as low- and high-income consumers alike protect their pocketbooks. Walmart’s size and cash also give it the advantage in handling e-commerce deliveries more quickly and ensuring that things people want are on the shelves.