Walmart Q1 earnings on Thursday; here's how the US-China trade deal could affect the world's largest retailer

As Walmart prepares to release its Q1 results on May 15, investors are keenly observing how the company navigates the US-China trade situation. Despite recent progress in trade talks, tariffs remain a concern, impacting Walmart's supply chain, heavily reliant on Chinese manufacturers. CEO McMillon, along with other retail leaders, has cautioned about potential empty shelves due to extreme tariffs.