Bentonville / Arkansas / United States
Founded in 1962, Wal-Mart Stores is a chain of more than 8,400 retail units that offers a range of merchandise and services. Its business segment, Walmart U.S., includes discount stores, supercenters and neighborhood markets, as well as walmart.com. The chain also manages warehouse membership units under the Sam s Club banner. Wal-Mart Stores international segment includes operations in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, Mexico, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. The chain s stores sell meat, produce, deli, bakery, dairy, floral and dry grocery products, as well as household, electronic and automotive accessories. Its subsidiaries include Wal-Mart Stores East, Wal-Mart Property Company, Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust and ASDA Group Limited.