Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

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Wal-Mart Stores Inc.

Introduction

Wal-Mart stores (Wal-Mart) are the world's largest retailers. At the end of January 2008, when the company operated 971 discount stores, 2447 supercentres, 591 Sam's Clubs and 132 Neighborhood Markets in the United States. Wal-Mart also operates several international markets, but these are the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, and China (http://www.walmartstores.com).

Products

The company sells a number of retail goods and services at low prices. This product range includes both national and private-brand manufacturers. These distribution centers primarily serve the operating segment called Wal-Mart Store. In addition, these centers are also the distribution of ...