The company’s consolidated operating profit increased by $0.6 billion, an increase of 8.5 percent over the same period last year. Adjusted operating profit also increased significantly, growing by 7.2 percent. Return on assets (ROA) was reported at 6.4 percent, while return on investment (ROI) increased by 230 basis points to 15.1 percent, Walmart said in a press release.
American retailer Walmart reported consolidated revenue of $169.3 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, up 4.8 percent. Gross margin improved 43 basis points while operating profit rose 8.5 percent. Global e-commerce sales increased 21 percent. Walmart’s U.S. net sales increased 4.1 percent and Walmart International saw an increase of 7.1 percent.
Walmart’s global e-commerce sales rose 21 percent. The company reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.67, excluding a net loss of $0.11 from equity and other investments, after taxes.
Walmart also successfully managed its inventory levels, reducing global inventory by 2 percent, including a 2.6 percent reduction at Walmart US, while maintaining healthy inventory levels.
Walmart US reported net sales of $115.3 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, compared to $110.9 billion in the same period last year, an increase of 4.1 percent. Walmart US’s gross profit rate improved 51 basis points, driven by higher member revenue, although operating expenses saw a slight 41 basis point relief. Inventory in the segment declined 2.6 percent, while inventory levels remained high.
Walmart International reported net sales of $29.6 billion, up 7.1 percent from $27.6 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2024. The segment’s gross profit rate also increased 44 basis points. Sam’s Club US reported net sales of $22.9 billion, up 4.7 percent from $21.8 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2024.
“Our financial results this quarter demonstrate what Walmart is capable of. I am proud of how the team has succeeded in providing our customers and members with a value proposition that goes beyond great prices to include convenience, assortment and experience, while reshaping our business model for the future,” said John David Rainey, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
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