Walmart halves COVID-19 paid leave after CDC trims isolation guidance
Under Walmart's updated COVID-19 emergency leave policy, employees who have been mandated to quarantine or have tested positive for COVID-19 will get up to one week of paid leave.
Walmart cuts paid leave in half for COVID-positive workers
Walmart workers in the United States who must isolate or who have tested positive for COVID-19 will receive one week of paid leave instead of two under a new policy that aligns with a change in U.S. health guidance.
Walmart, FedEx sign deals with GM for BrightDrop electric vans
FedEx received an initial fleet of 500 vehicles from BrightDrop last year and plans to potentially create a fleet of over 200,000 electric vehicles by 2040.
Walmart to hire over 3,000 US drivers as it expands home delivery
Walmart Inc said on Tuesday it plans to hire more than 3,000 U.S. delivery drivers and build out a fleet of all-electric delivery vans to support its "in-home" grocery delivery service, its latest investment in its last-mile fulfillment network.
Walmart and Kroger raise prices for BinaxNOW rapid COVID-19 tests
Walmart and Kroger have both raised the price of BinaxNOW rapid at-home COVID-19 tests after an agreement with the Biden administration to sell them at cost has expired
China accuses Walmart of 'stupidity and shortsightedness' amid claims it pulled Xinjiang products
China is intensifying its scrutiny of Walmart amid reports that it was no longer supplying products from Xinjiang, where the government has been accused of forced labor and intense persecution.
Some Walmart stores temporarily close for COVID-19 cleanings
Walmarts around the country are shutting down retail locations temporarily to clean as COVID-19 cases continue to surge nationwide.
Walmart sparks public outcry in China over products from Xinjiang
Walmart Inc., the world’s largest retailer, became the latest Western company to face scrutiny over its handling of business involving Xinjiang, following the passage of a U.S. law that virtually bans all imports from the northwestern Chinese region over forced-labor and human-rights concerns.
The 3 richest families in the world all live in America. Here’s who they are
Here’s what you need to know about the Walton, Mars and Koch families.
Mississippi woman surprises Walmart store by paying for Christmas shoppers' bill
A Mississippi woman's generous gesture helped a Texas family just in time for Christmas and has since inspired hundreds of people online.
California accuses Walmart of illegally disposing of hazardous waste in landfills
The suit alleges that Walmart unlawfully disposes of more than one million items, or approximately 159,600 pounds of hazardous waste in the state annually.
Baby bath seats recalled over drowning hazard
The product was sold online at retailers including Walmart, Amazon, eBay, Wish and Bosonshop from August 2017 through October 2021, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Midwestern tornadoes: Walmart, Lowe's, Home Depot donate supplies to help recovery efforts
Many residents, specifically in Kentucky, could be without heat, water or electricity in frigid temperatures for weeks or longer, officials warned.
Children's bathrobes sold at Walmart, Amazon recalled due to burn risk
Star Art in Linen-branded children's bathrobes, manufactured by Mark of Fifth Avenue, "fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear," according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Buy now, pay later is the new layaway: What are the pros and cons?
When Walmart announced it was ending its layaway program for the majority of its store categories in favor of a buy now, pay later format, social media users expressed their confusion and sadness with nostalgic tweets. Retail experts and financial lending providers aren’t surprised by the shift.
Walmart to launch search for new chief financial officer
Brett Biggs, who has been with Walmart for 22 years and has served as executive vice president and CFO since December 2015, will officially depart the retailer on Jan. 31, 2023.
Jury awards Alabama woman Walmart accused of shoplifting $2.1 million
An Alabama woman who says she was falsely arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart and then threatened by the company after her case was dismissed has been awarded $2.1 million in damages.
Jury awards woman Walmart accused of shoplifting $2.1 million
An Alabama woman who says she was falsely arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart and then threatened by the company after her case was dismissed has been awarded $2.1 million in damages.
Pharmacy chains CVS, Walgreens, Walmart helped fuel opioid epidemic, U.S. jury finds
A federal jury on Tuesday found that pharmacy chain operators CVS Health Corp, Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc and Walmart Inc helped fuel an opioid epidemic in two Ohio counties, in the first trial the companies have faced over the U.S. drug crisis.
Target, Walmart say holiday inventory is up despite supply chain disruptions
Target and Walmart delivered a sign of encouragement for holiday shoppers that are not only battling inflation but who have feared sparse store shelves amid the supply chain crisis.
















