In 2005, Walmart set a goal of doubling the fuel efficiency of its truck fleet to 13 mpg by 2015, according to widely published reports. By 2008, Walmart got its mpg up to 7.1 from 5.9 in 2005.

Many years ago, I was a consultant on a case for a client aiming to launch biotechnology products. My boss, a partner in the consulting firm, spent the morning observing me leading a team of client ...

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. began targeting urban areas for development after the superstore saturated the rural market, but a study has shown the company’s claims of bringing jobs and retail growth don’t ...

Wal-Mart has lost its low-price prowess, according to a new study of the world’s largest retailer by WSL/Strategic Retail. Consumers’ perceptions of Wal-Mart have dramatically changed in the last five ...

WASHINGTON -- Wal-Mart Stores, in a move to shore up its image, has attempted to answer its critics with the release of several economic studies highlighting the impact the retail giant has on prices, ...

A new research study commissioned by Wal-Mart underscores RFID’s positive role in improving inventory accuracy at retail stores. The goal of the study was to examine the store-level influence of RFID ...

NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A challenge by the U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to Wal-Mart Stores Inc's treatment of striking workers is likely to become a critical symbol of labor ...