Walmart Inc

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Company Summary

Walmart Inc. is a multinational retail corporation committed to reducing its environmental impact through goals focused on carbon neutrality, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable sourcing. The company’s ESG rating is strengthened by its efforts to improve supply chain transparency, reduce plastic waste, and offer more sustainable products to its customers. However, Walmart faces significant labor-related criticisms, particularly regarding wages and working conditions in some regions. Additionally, concerns about the displacement of small businesses in local markets persist, affecting the company’s ESG score. Despite these challenges, Walmart’s efforts to improve sustainability and community engagement continue to evolve. For further insights, refer to the Walmart ESG report.

ESG Rating Overview

Sustainalytics

Overall ESG Rating :

25.3
Rating Scale
0-10Negligible10-20Low20-30Med30-40High40+Severe
Ranking
Industry Group
Food Retailers136 out of 192
Universe
Global Universe7638 out of 15104

Overall ESG Rating :

81
Rating Scale
0-25Poor 25-50Satisfactory 50-75Good75-100Excellent
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Overall ESG Rating :

BBB
Rating Scale
CCCB
Laggard
BBBBBA
Average
AAAAA
Leader

Walmart is average among 45 companies in the retail - food & staples industry.

Temperature Rise :

1.7℃
CLIMATE SCALE
≥ 3.85°CLagging > 2°C - < 3.85°CMisaligned ≤ 2°CAligned

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FAQ

What is Walmart's ESG rating?

Walmart holds an AA rating from MSCI and is rated Low Risk by Sustainalytics. The company has made substantial strides in waste reduction and sustainability efforts, though it continues to face scrutiny over labor practices.

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