Walmart Closes Gap with Amazon as Retailer Continues E-Commerce Surge

Walmart has been quietly building its e-commerce business and gaining ground on Amazon. The retail giant's investments in logistics, fulfillment, and selection have paid off with significant market share gains against Amazon in recent years. According to a Motley Fool analysis, Walmart's efforts have resulted in meaningful increases in market share against the e-commerce leader.

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