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1. Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 114

On April 22, Morgan Stanley raised its price recommendation on Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) to $140 from $135. It reiterated an Overweight rating on the shares. After meetings with management, including President and CEO John Furner and EVP and CFO John David Rainey, the firm said Walmart continues to benefit from its scale and technology. It also noted that the third-party marketplace and membership offerings are “running strong.”

On April 16, Walmart said it is expanding its Better Care Services platform. The aim is to better support customers looking for weight management and overall health solutions by bringing virtual care, nutrition guidance, and pharmacy access into one place. The platform now includes services for people using or considering GLP-1 therapies. It also offers access to medications through Walmart’s nationwide pharmacy network, including options like Foundayo.

It connects users with providers such as Aaptiv, Berry Street, Curai Health, MyCare by Twin Health, and Wheel. These services include fitness programs, dietitian support, AI-driven coaching, and telehealth care. Prescription fulfillment is handled through Walmart Pharmacy, with integrations such as LillyDirect. Additional tools, including the Nutrition Hub and an updated GLP-1 section on Walmart.com, are designed to support healthier lifestyle choices.

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is a technology-powered omnichannel retailer. It operates retail and wholesale stores and clubs, along with eCommerce websites and mobile apps, across the United States, Africa, Canada, Central America, Chile, China, India, and Mexico. The company reports through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam’s Club U.S.

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