Walmart has confirmed that it will begin raising prices later this month, citing increased costs from tariffs on imported goods. Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey stated that consumers can expect to see price increases starting at the end of May, with more significant hikes in June. The company reported a 4.5% rise in U.S. comparable sales for the first quarter, surpassing expectations, but noted that the financial impact of tariffs is too substantial to absorb without adjusting prices.
Despite efforts to mitigate the effects of tariffs through supply chain adjustments and cost-cutting measures, Walmart's leadership acknowledged that the magnitude of the tariffs makes it challenging to maintain current pricing levels. CEO Doug McMillon emphasized the company's commitment to keeping prices as low as possible but recognized the necessity of price increases under the current economic conditions.
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