Walmart Inc. (WMT) - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Based on the latest financial reports, Walmart Inc. (WMT) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.133x as of January 2026. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($14.11 Billion) by net assets ($106.18 Billion). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations.
Walmart Inc. - Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency Trend (1990–2026)
This chart illustrates how Walmart Inc.'s cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. Read debt load of Walmart Inc. for a breakdown of total debt and financial obligations.
Walmart Inc. Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of Walmart Inc. ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
Samsung Electronics Co Ltd
KO:005930
|
0.055x |
|
Meta Platforms Inc.
NASDAQ:META
|
0.132x |
|
Meta Platforms Inc.
SA:M1TA34
|
0.132x |
|
Tesla Inc
NASDAQ:TSLA
|
0.046x |
|
Walmart Inc
SA:WALM34
|
0.286x |
|
Eli Lilly and Company
NYSE:LLY
|
0.370x |
|
Walmart Inc. Common Stock
NYSE:WMT
|
0.095x |
|
Eli Lilly and Company
SA:LILY34
|
0.122x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for Walmart Inc. (1990–2026)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of Walmart Inc. from 1990 to 2026. For the full company profile with market capitalisation and key ratios, see WMT market cap.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-31 | $106.18 Billion | $41.56 Billion | 0.391x | +4.94% |
| 2025-01-31 | $97.69 Billion | $36.44 Billion | 0.373x | -5.43% |
| 2024-01-31 | $90.57 Billion | $35.73 Billion | 0.394x | +13.85% |
| 2023-01-31 | $83.99 Billion | $29.10 Billion | 0.346x | +31.67% |
| 2022-01-31 | $91.89 Billion | $24.18 Billion | 0.263x | -36.15% |
| 2021-01-31 | $87.53 Billion | $36.07 Billion | 0.412x | +33.08% |
| 2020-01-31 | $81.55 Billion | $25.25 Billion | 0.310x | -11.14% |
| 2019-01-31 | $79.63 Billion | $27.75 Billion | 0.349x | -0.60% |
| 2018-01-31 | $80.82 Billion | $28.34 Billion | 0.351x | -10.85% |
| 2017-01-31 | $80.53 Billion | $31.67 Billion | 0.393x | +19.35% |
| 2016-01-31 | $83.61 Billion | $27.55 Billion | 0.330x | -0.86% |
| 2015-01-31 | $85.94 Billion | $28.56 Billion | 0.332x | +18.38% |
| 2014-01-31 | $82.83 Billion | $23.26 Billion | 0.281x | -9.75% |
| 2013-01-31 | $82.26 Billion | $25.59 Billion | 0.311x | -2.31% |
| 2012-01-31 | $76.17 Billion | $24.25 Billion | 0.318x | -3.49% |
| 2011-01-31 | $71.66 Billion | $23.64 Billion | 0.330x | -7.94% |
| 2010-01-31 | $73.24 Billion | $26.25 Billion | 0.358x | +1.09% |
| 2009-01-31 | $65.28 Billion | $23.15 Billion | 0.355x | +12.54% |
| 2008-01-31 | $64.61 Billion | $20.35 Billion | 0.315x | -3.80% |
| 2007-01-31 | $61.57 Billion | $20.16 Billion | 0.327x | -1.25% |
| 2006-01-31 | $53.17 Billion | $17.63 Billion | 0.332x | +8.89% |
| 2005-01-31 | $49.40 Billion | $15.04 Billion | 0.305x | -16.94% |
| 2004-01-31 | $43.62 Billion | $16.00 Billion | 0.367x | +10.91% |
| 2003-01-31 | $39.34 Billion | $13.01 Billion | 0.331x | +13.11% |
| 2002-01-31 | $35.10 Billion | $10.26 Billion | 0.292x | -4.61% |
| 2001-01-31 | $31.34 Billion | $9.60 Billion | 0.306x | -3.39% |
| 2000-01-31 | $25.83 Billion | $8.19 Billion | 0.317x | -11.66% |
| 1999-01-31 | $21.11 Billion | $7.58 Billion | 0.359x | -6.73% |
| 1998-01-31 | $18.50 Billion | $7.12 Billion | 0.385x | +11.29% |
| 1997-01-31 | $17.14 Billion | $5.93 Billion | 0.346x | +114.20% |
| 1996-01-31 | $14.76 Billion | $2.38 Billion | 0.161x | -29.28% |
| 1995-01-31 | $12.73 Billion | $2.91 Billion | 0.228x | +11.83% |
| 1994-01-31 | $10.75 Billion | $2.20 Billion | 0.204x | +39.91% |
| 1993-01-31 | $8.76 Billion | $1.28 Billion | 0.146x | -24.81% |
| 1992-01-31 | $6.99 Billion | $1.36 Billion | 0.194x | -19.64% |
| 1991-01-31 | $5.37 Billion | $1.30 Billion | 0.242x | +10.50% |
| 1990-01-31 | $3.97 Billion | $866.80 Million | 0.219x | -- |
About Walmart Inc.
Walmart Inc. engages in the operation of retail and wholesale stores and clubs, ecommerce websites, and mobile applications worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club U.S. It operates supercenters, supermarkets, warehouse clubs, cash and carry stores, and discount stores under Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market brands; membersh… Read more