Walmart Inc cart in lot -by jetcityimage via iStockBentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart Inc. (WMT) operates discount stores, supercenters, and neighborhood markets. The retail giant is expected to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings for 2027 before the market opens on Thursday, Aug. 20. WMT stock has underperformed the S&P 500 Index's ($SPX) 16.5% gains over the past 52 weeks, with shares up 13.3% during this period. Analysts' consensus opinion on WMT stock is bullish, with a "Strong Buy" rating overall. Out of 39 analysts covering the stock, 29 advise a "Strong Buy" rating, six suggest a "Moderate Buy," and four give a "Hold."