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Walmart will see John Furner become President and CEO as Doug McMillon steps down, signaling a planned internal succession at the world’s largest retailer.
McMillon will retire in January 2026, with Furner taking over as global CEO and McMillon serving as adviser through a deliberate transition.
Analysts say Furner could maintain Walmart’s broad strategy while navigating a tough macro retail backdrop after McMillon’s leadership era.

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Walmart's leadership transition: Doug McMillon retires early next year and John Furner will become CEO, with McMillon in an advisory role.
McMillon's approach shifted Walmart from risk-averse to a modern, tech-centric model with a stronger e-commerce and logistics focus.
McMillon forged key partnerships to accelerate delivery and digital initiatives, including collaborations with Waymo, Uber, and Lyft.
McMillon transformed Walmart into a hybrid retailer and technology platform, tying physical stores to digital capabilities.
Analysts say Furner inherits an enhanced foundation but must navigate margin pressure and evolving playbooks.
McMillon’s tenure included a broadened private-label strategy and a stronger omnichannel presence.
Walmart’s stock performance under McMillon surged about 310%, outpacing peers.
Experts say Walmart shifted toward a tech-enabled logistics company with stores attached.
McMillon’s leadership secured a more global, data-driven Walmart ahead of Furner’s tenure.
The retirement signals a template for boards on leadership transitions in large retailers.

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Walmart says Doug McMillon will retire on January 31, 2026, ending a 10-year-plus run as CEO.
John Furner will succeed McMillon as Walmart’s next chief executive and will join the board after the transition.
Furner has led Walmart U.S. since 2019 and previously held senior roles, including with Walmart China.
McMillon will stay on Walmart's board until the next annual shareholders’ meeting.
The leadership change comes as Walmart faces competition and digital acceleration.
Walmart highlighted Furner’s six-year leadership of Walmart U.S. and his prior roles.
The announcement notes Furner’s background in Walmart China and other roles.
Walmart plans to report quarterly results around the time of the leadership transition.
Greg Penner, chairman, commented on Furner’s leadership during rapid change.

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Walmart will appoint John Furner as CEO, succeeding Doug McMillon on Jan. 31, 2026.
McMillon will stay as an advisor through fiscal year 2027 while Furner leads the company.
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Walmart remains the Fortune 500’s top company undergoing a formal leadership transition.
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