WMT · WALMART INC. · Top AI ETF

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Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail and wholesale stores and clubs, ecommerce websites, and mobile applications worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club U.S. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membership-only warehouse clubs; and ecommerce websites, such as walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, PhonePe and other sites.

Close · 3M

-16.03%

Held by 2 AI ETFs

PQUS1.080%

as of Sep 1

AIEQ0.050%

as of Sep 4

Signal performance

Each tracked ETF's moves on this stock, grouped by fund. Returns are measured from the signal date to the latest close — hypothetical, no commissions or slippage.

Buy signals7

Win rate0% (0/7)

Avg buy return-5.53%

PQUSnow 1.080% of fund14 signals

PQUS · Weight decrease · 3d

weight 1.210% → 1.070% (-0.140 pp)·stock down 7.2% in the 30 days before

Aug 29·entry $104.87·now $107.14

+2.16%

since Aug 29

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.210% → 1.100% (-0.110 pp)·stock down 7.2% in the 30 days before

Aug 28·entry $103.09·now $107.14

+3.93%

since Aug 28

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.340% → 1.180% (-0.160 pp)·stock down 4.3% in the 30 days before

Aug 22·entry $106.49·now $107.14

+0.61%

since Aug 22

PQUS · Weight decrease · 3d

weight 1.540% → 1.320% (-0.220 pp)·stock up 0.3% in the 30 days before

Aug 16·entry $114.33·now $107.14

-6.29%

since Aug 16

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.540% → 1.330% (-0.210 pp)·stock up 0.3% in the 30 days before

Aug 15·entry $114.33·now $107.14

-6.29%

since Aug 15

PQUS · Weight increase · 2d

weight 1.520% → 1.540% (+0.020 pp)·stock up 2.8% in the 30 days before

Aug 13·entry $115.72·now $107.14Fresh

-7.41%

since Aug 13

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.650% → 1.560% (-0.090 pp)·stock up 2.2% in the 30 days before

Aug 2·entry $110.71·now $107.14

-3.22%

since Aug 2

PQUS · Weight increase · 2d

weight 1.560% → 1.650% (+0.090 pp)·stock up 2.2% in the 30 days before

Jul 31·entry $111.20·now $107.14Fresh

-3.65%

since Jul 31

PQUS · Sudden change · 1d

weight 1.060% → 1.560% (+0.500 pp)·stock down 8.0% in the 30 days before

Jul 26·entry $111.74·now $107.14

-4.12%

since Jul 26

PQUS · Weight decrease · 3d

weight 1.110% → 1.060% (-0.050 pp)·stock down 8.0% in the 30 days before

Jul 24·entry $109.47·now $107.14

-2.13%

since Jul 24

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.110% → 1.070% (-0.040 pp)·stock down 9.2% in the 30 days before

Jul 23·entry $108.40·now $107.14

-1.16%

since Jul 23

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 1.110% → 1.080% (-0.030 pp)·stock down 5.6% in the 30 days before

Jul 17·entry $114.24·now $107.14

-6.21%

since Jul 17

PQUS · Weight increase · 2d

stock down 4.2% in the 30 days before

Jul 10·entry $113.90·now $107.14Fresh

-5.94%

since Jul 10

PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d

stock down 1.1% in the 30 days before

Jul 2·entry $111.84·now $107.14

-4.20%

since Jul 2

AIEQnow 0.050% of fund5 signals

AIEQ · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 0.520% → 0.050% (-0.470 pp)·stock up 2.2% in the 30 days before

Aug 2·entry $110.71·now $107.14

-3.22%

since Aug 2

AIEQ · Weight increase · 2d

weight 0.500% → 0.520% (+0.020 pp)·stock down 1.9% in the 30 days before

Jul 30·entry $111.10·now $107.14Fresh

-3.56%

since Jul 30

AIEQ · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 0.520% → 0.500% (-0.020 pp)·stock down 4.9% in the 30 days before

Jul 16·entry $114.95·now $107.14

-6.79%

since Jul 16

AIEQ · Weight decrease · 3d

stock down 1.1% in the 30 days before

Jul 3·entry $110.65·now $107.14

-3.17%

since Jul 3

AIEQ · Weight decrease · 2d

stock down 5.0% in the 30 days before

Jul 1·entry $108.82·now $107.14

-1.54%

since Jul 1

BUZZno longer held6 signals

BUZZ · Exit · 1d

weight 0.350% → 0 (exited)·stock down 5.0% in the 30 days before

Aug 20·entry $103.84·now $107.14

+3.18%

since Aug 20

BUZZ · Weight increase · 3d

weight 0.350% → 0.410% (+0.060 pp)·stock down 0.3% in the 30 days before

Jul 29·entry $114.22·now $107.14Fresh

-6.20%

since Jul 29

BUZZ · Weight increase · 2d

weight 0.350% → 0.390% (+0.040 pp)·stock down 2.2% in the 30 days before

Jul 28·entry $113.10·now $107.14Fresh

-5.27%

since Jul 28

BUZZ · Weight decrease · 2d

weight 0.380% → 0.350% (-0.030 pp)·stock down 5.8% in the 30 days before

Jul 21·entry $110.39·now $107.14

-2.94%

since Jul 21

BUZZ · Weight increase · 2d

stock down 4.8% in the 30 days before

Jul 13·entry $114.78·now $107.14Fresh

-6.66%

since Jul 13

BUZZ · Weight decrease · 5d

stock down 5.0% in the 30 days before

Jul 1·entry $108.82·now $107.14

-1.54%

since Jul 1

LQAIno longer held1 signal

LQAI · Exit · 1d

stock down 5.3% in the 30 days before

Jul 7·entry $111.54·now $107.14

-3.94%

since Jul 7

Sell signals show what the stock did after the AI exited. A negative number means the AI's exit was well-timed.

Buffett-style framework

Fails the frameworkas of Aug 16

Several AI ETFs, including PQUS and AIEQ, show recent trends of decreasing their weight in Walmart, with AIEQ experiencing a sudden large reduction. This activity aligns with the framework's 'Fail' verdict, as both suggest a less favorable outlook on the company, particularly concerning its current valuation.

Circle of CompetenceThe company's established position in consumer staples retail provides a predictable revenue base and stable unit economics suitable for long-term cash flow projections.
Economic MoatWalmart benefits from a powerful scale-driven cost advantage and extensive distribution network, enabling it to offer competitive pricing and maintain market dominance.
ManagementThe provided data does not offer sufficient detail to thoroughly assess management's candor, capital allocation discipline, or specific skin in the game.
Financial HealthInsufficient historical data prevents a full assessment of 10-year average ROE consistency, operating margin trends, and owner earnings, while the high EV/EBITDA ratio warrants further investigation into debt levels and earnings quality.
Margin of SafetyThe current valuation multiples, including a P/E of 40.61, PBR of 9.93, and EV/EBITDA of 81.63, indicate that the stock is trading at a significant premium, leaving no apparent margin of safety.

Walmart initially demonstrates strengths in its predictable business model and formidable economic moat, passing the initial framework stages. However, a complete assessment of financial health is hindered by a lack of comprehensive historical data, and crucially, the current market price presents no margin of safety based on its very high valuation multiples. Therefore, despite its inherent business quality, the company fails the overall framework due to its price and unverified financial details.

Educational interpretation generated by AI applying frameworks Warren Buffett documented in his shareholder letters and other public writings. Not a statement by Mr. Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway, and not investment advice.