11 Best Stocks In Each Sector in 2026

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7. Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 104

Upside Potential as of February 23, 2026: 9.69%

Sector: Consumer Defensive

On February 20, TheFly reported that Bernstein lifted the price target on Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) to $134, up from $129, and maintained an Outperform rating. The firm highlighted the company’s modest beat in the fourth quarter, while advising to buy the company’s shares on weakness.

Several other analysts have revised their outlook for the company recently. Truist Securities increased the price target on Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) from $127 to $139 and reiterated a Buy rating on February 20. The firm noted the company’s fourth-quarter performance, with U.S. comparable sales 0.1% above its forecasts. Thanks to the accelerating e-commerce profitability and expanding alternative revenue streams, every segment showcased strong growth and margin expansion. According to the firm, the company’s business model is among the real asset plays in the market and one that is highly profitable.

On the same day, DA Davidson analyst Michael Baker said that the company’s flywheel strategy is generating market share gains, and thus the reason behind its recent performance. The firm raised the price target on Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) to $150 from $135 and reaffirmed a Buy rating.

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is an Arkansas-based operator of retail and wholesale stores and clubs, eCommerce websites, and mobile apps. Incorporated in 1945, the company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam’s Club.

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