Walmart announced it is moving ahead with more than 650 scheduled remodels to supercenters and Neighborhood Markets and opening about 20 new stores in 2026 and early 2027.
The investment builds on a 2024 commitment to open or convert more than 150 new locations while continuing to update other stores across the portfolio.
“This year, we are making a significant investment in our stores across the United States, reinforcing our commitment to the communities we serve,” the company stated in the announcement.
“This investment is intended to create jobs, help strengthen local economies, and make shopping faster and more convenient for our customers.”
New sites already open
Walmart has opened several new locations so far in 2026, including supercenters in Eastvale, California, and Apollo Beach, Jacksonville, and The Villages, Florida. A new Neighborhood Market debuted in Ocala, Florida.
Later this year, the retailer plans to expand its supercenter in Tucson, Arizona, and open a new supercenter in Celina, Texas. In 2025, Walmart unveiled nine new stores across Alabama, California, Florida, New Jersey, Texas and Utah.
“New stores and remodels deliver meaningful impact from construction jobs during development to long-term roles in retail, pharmacy and store leadership,” the company said.
What shoppers will see
Remodeled stores feature wider aisles, updated layouts, expanded assortments and new digital touchpoints that connect online inventory with the in-store experience.
Vision Centers and pharmacies are receiving private consultation rooms, while stores are getting refreshed interiors and exteriors with modern signage, improved parking and landscaping.
Expanded pickup and delivery services – including express delivery options – also are part of the upgrades.
Many Neighborhood Markets are receiving expanded deli and hot bar selections, improved lighting and fixtures, pharmacy delivery options and upgraded areas for fulfilling online grocery orders.
Select Neighborhood Markets are part of a rapid remodel program designed to deliver quicker results with minimal customer disruption.
Digital and delivery
The Walmart app integrates in-store and online shopping through faster store navigation with aisle locations and store maps, built-in savings tools to scan items and check prices, Walmart Pay and Scan & Go checkout for Walmart+ members and pickup or delivery options.
Customers can also reorder essentials, refill prescriptions and schedule appointments for pharmacy, auto care or wireless services via the app.
“Today, we can reach 95 percent of U.S. households with delivery in three hours or less,” the company said.
Looking ahead
Walmart framed the investment as part of a broader strategy connecting physical stores with digital tools to give customers more flexibility in how and when they shop.
“We are investing not just in buildings, but in people and in the places we call home,” the company said. “From community grants to supplier partnerships, these investments help support local economies in meaningful ways.”
The retailer operates more than 10,900 stores across 19 countries and has about 2.1 million employees worldwide. Walmart reported fiscal year 2026 revenue of $713 billion.
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