5 Top Stocks Fund Managers Are Loading Up On in 2026

3. Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 114

Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is one of the 10 top stocks fund managers are loading up on in 2026.

On March 25, 2026, Walmex, or Walmart de México y Centroamérica, the largest division of Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) outside the United States and the biggest retailer in Latin America, announced a $2.5 billion investment for 2026 during its annual Walmex Day – a 10% increase compared to the previous year. The capital allocation focuses on four pillars. This includes 42% on remodeling, which covers store renovations and omnichannel upgrades, 25% on new stores to support the opening of over 1,500 new locations through 2029, 24% on supply chain with a focus on opening new automated Distribution Centers in Guanajuato and Tlaxcala by 2027, and 8% on technology to optimize data management and digital shopping experiences.

In another development, on March 23, 2026, Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) together with VIZIO unveiled new advertising integrations and content-commerce initiatives at the 2026 IAB NewFronts. It involves the integration of retail data with CTV and features unified account logins and closed-loop measurement, allowing for brands like L’Oréal to link streaming ads directly to purchases.

Founded in 1962, Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT) is one of the world’s largest retailers. The Arkansas-based company operates a massive global network of hypermarkets, discount stores, and Sam’s Club warehouses.