Walmart’s 9% drop despite beating earnings is a glaring signal about the US consumer. Slowing comp sales growth shows inflation and tighter budgets are finally biting, making even strong earnings look vulnerable when inflated by one-off tariff refunds. Paired with surging treasury yields and tech volatility, markets are clearly pricing in macro headwinds ahead. Caution is definitely warranted in retail and broader equities right now.
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