About Us
Wal-Mart Home Office signOur Purpose
We save people money so they can live better. Find ou.. read moret what we're passionate about, our strengths, and our reason for being.
Our History
It all began in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas. And it’s been one incredible journey. Come along for the ride; the line forms here.
Our Culture
What is “Culture?” It’s how we treat each other; it’s our...
The beginnings of discount retailing can be traced to 1962, the first year of operation for Wal-Mart in Rogers, Ark. Sam Walton's tiny chain of variety stores in Arkansas and Kansas were facing competition from regional discount chains, but he believed the American consumer was shifting to a different type of general store. Today, Walton's gamble is a global company with more than 1.9 million...