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Amazon Is World Leader in Annual Sales, Topping Walmart for the First Time

Walmart revenue stayed strong even as customers were careful with their budgets, the CEO said. Meanwhile, Amazon has had a rough start in 2026.
Amazon Is World Leader in Annual Sales, Topping Walmart for the First Time
Employees load packages at an Amazon delivery station in South Gate, Calif., on July 16, 2024. Richard Vogel/AP Photo
Jill McLaughlin
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Amazon surpassed Walmart to lead the world in sales for the first time last year, according to year-end filings released on Feb. 19.

Walmart, the discount chain based in Bentonville, Arkansas, recorded annual sales that were lower than the online marketplace, reporting sales of $713.2 billion for 2025, while Amazon took in $716.9 billion.

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