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Vanguard (WMT) amends 13G after realignment; reports 0 shares

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SCHEDULE 13G/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

The Vanguard Group amended its Schedule 13G reporting for Walmart Inc., stating it beneficially owns 0 shares, representing 0% of the class. The filing explains an internal realignment on January 12, 2026, after which certain Vanguard subsidiaries will report holdings separately and Vanguard Inc. no longer is deemed to beneficially own securities held by those units.

The amendment is signed by Ashley Grim, Head of Global Fund Administration, dated 03/27/2026. The filing lists Vanguard's address and reiterates that no single outside person holds more than 5% of the class in the reported holdings.

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Insights

Vanguard reports zero direct beneficial ownership after internal realignment.

The amendment states 0 shares and 0% ownership, reflecting a reallocation of reporting among Vanguard subsidiaries effective January 12, 2026. This is a reporting change tied to organizational structure rather than a market trade.

Cash‑flow treatment is not discussed; subsequent filings by the disaggregated subsidiaries may show holding levels. Watch future ownership statements from Vanguard entities for any disclosed positions.

Amendment cites SEC Release No. 34-39538 to justify disaggregated reporting.

The filing references the January 12, 1998 release and explains subsidiaries will report separately, and Vanguard Inc. "no longer has, or is deemed to have, beneficial ownership" of those subsidiary holdings. That language aligns with established SEC guidance for disaggregation.

Signatory is Ashley Grim with a 03/27/2026 signature date. Further filings by named subsidiaries will clarify actual beneficial positions if any are held.






931142103

(CUSIP Number)
03/13/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)


Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)




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SCHEDULE 13G




Comment for Type of Reporting Person: On January 12, 2026, The Vanguard Group, Inc. went through an internal realignment. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), certain subsidiaries or business divisions of subsidiaries of The Vanguard Group, Inc., that formerly had, or were deemed to have, beneficial ownership with The Vanguard Group, Inc., will report beneficial ownership separately (on a disaggregated basis) from The Vanguard Group, Inc. in reliance on such release. These subsidiaries and/or business divisions pursue the same investment strategies as previously pursued by The Vanguard Group, Inc. prior to the realignment. Further in accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), The Vanguard Group, Inc. no longer has, or is deemed to have, beneficial ownership over securities beneficially owned by such subsidiaries and/or business divisions.


SCHEDULE 13G



The Vanguard Group
Signature:Ashley Grim
Name/Title:Head of Global Fund Administration
Date:03/27/2026

FAQ

Does The Vanguard Group currently own Walmart (WMT) shares?

No. The amendment states The Vanguard Group beneficially owns 0 shares, representing 0% of Walmart common stock. The filing attributes this to an internal realignment effective January 12, 2026, with subsidiaries to report holdings separately.

Why does Vanguard report zero ownership after the January 12, 2026 realignment?

Because Vanguard reallocated reporting across subsidiaries. The filing says certain subsidiaries will report beneficial ownership separately under SEC Release No. 34-39538, and Vanguard Inc. is no longer deemed to own those securities.

Who signed the Schedule 13G/A amendment for Vanguard?

Ashley Grim, Head of Global Fund Administration, signed the amendment. The signature block shows the form was signed and dated 03/27/2026, as provided in the filing excerpt.

Does the filing identify any third party owning more than 5% of Walmart?

No. The filing explicitly states no one other person's interest in the reported securities exceeds 5%. It also notes that shareholder listings for registered investment companies need not be provided.

Will Vanguard subsidiaries report their Walmart holdings separately?

Yes. The amendment says certain Vanguard subsidiaries or business divisions will report beneficial ownership on a disaggregated basis, continuing the same investment strategies after the internal realignment on January 12, 2026.
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