How To Buy Walmart (WMT) Stock

2 min read | August 22, 2024 10:04 AM EDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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Since its inception in 1945, Walmart has grown into one of the world’s largest and most recognizable companies. With nearly 11,000 stores, it serves over 255 million customers each week. Despite competition from giants like Amazon, Walmart’s stock has seen steady growth, rising more than 85% over the past five years.

If interested in adding Walmart (WMT) to a portfolio, here’s what to consider:

Choose Between a Direct Stock Purchase Plan and a Brokerage Account The simplest way to invest in Walmart is through a brokerage account or an investment app. For those without one, it’s best to look for a provider that offers no trading fees and low (or no) minimum investment requirements.

Walmart also offers a direct stock purchase plan, allowing investors to buy shares directly from the company or a transfer agent, bypassing brokerage fees. However, with many platforms now offering fee-free trades, these plans have become less common.

While investing in individual company stocks might seem appealing, it carries the risk of concentrating funds in just a few places. This can lead to potentially significant gains but also exposes investors to significant losses.

To mitigate risk, experts often suggest diversifying through index funds or exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which include a wide range of stocks. This approach allows for broader exposure without needing to manage a large portfolio of individual stocks.

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