Investor Presentaiton
Gross profit rate
+40 bps
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The lapping of last year's elevated markdowns and supply chain costs benefited margins
Benefited from managing prices to reflect elevated levels of cost inflation
Partly offset by unfavorable product mix shifts as grocery and health & wellness increased
nearly 240 bps as a portion of sales mix, while general merchandise sales declined
Growth initiatives like marketplace and advertising contributed to margin improvement
Operating expenses as a percentage of net sales
+28 bps
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Reflects higher variable pay relative to last year when we were below our planned
performance, as well as technology investments
Store remodel costs increased as we continue rollout of an elevated store experience
Operating income
$6.1 billion, +7.6%
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Reflects increased gross margins and Walmart+membership income, partially offset by
expense deleverage
Inventory
-7.6%
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In-stock levels and the composition of inventory mix has improved
Maintaining discipline in buying general merchandise due to macro uncertainty
Walmart U.S.
Store Remodels: 165
Pickup: ~4,600 stores
Delivery from Store: >4,000View entire presentation