11 Best Retail Stocks to Buy Right Now

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1. Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 116

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) is an omnichannel retailer operating retail and wholesale stores, clubs, e-commerce websites, and mobile applications. It offers an elaborate array of items, including food, beverages, general merchandise, electronics, and more.

On April 11, Mizuho initiated coverage of Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) with an Outperform rating and a $105 price target. In a research note, the firm told investors that Walmart’s transformation into a tech-led player in the industry has “finally reached a tipping point,” where its convenience and delivery are comparable to those of anyone in the consumer sector.

Overall, the company is showing solid operations. It reported sales growth of 5.2% in fiscal Q4 2025, along with a 9.4% adjusted operating income growth in constant currency. Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) is continually gaining market share across income levels and countries. Unit volumes and transaction counts were up across all its markets in the year’s first three quarters, reflecting its healthy top line. The company’s prices are low, and it is becoming increasingly convenient, resulting in its growing popularity.

Walmart Inc.’s (NYSE:WMT) global advertising business is continually showing positive results and is expected to be one of the largest drivers of operating income for the company, even faster than sales. Over the last year, the company’s global advertising grew 27% to about $4.4 billion. Global membership income also rose 21% to about $3.8 billion.

Overall, WMT ranks first among the 11 best retail stocks to buy right now. While we acknowledge the potential of retail stocks, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. There is an AI stock that went up since the beginning of 2025, while popular AI stocks lost around 25%. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than WMT but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.

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