Walmart unveils new AI-powered seller tools, expands Next-Day Delivery

Walmart (WMT) announced a suite of tools and initiatives designed to accelerate seller growth, expand international reach and deliver unmatched omnichannel capabilities. Tools and capabilities include: AI-Powered Listing Tool and Smart Assistant: Single and bulk item setup tools reduce time to market and increase conversion rates, while Smart Assistant provides 24/7 real-time support. Seller Advisors Program: Walmart Seller Advisors Program, spanning categories, regions and business sizes, provides a direct line of feedback to Walmart leaders. Their feedback and insights help co-create impactful programs and solutions, fostering marketplace integrity and a healthy business ecosystem. Shipping Settings and Services: Sellers who self-fulfill can automate delivery promises by region, offering customers more delivery promises. Brand Portal: Protect brands and flag fraudulent activity with an enhanced focus on product authenticity. Walmart is also introducing new seller incentives to help sellers compete during the peak shopping season and win more business including: 0% referral fee on all qualifying toys 50% referral fee reduction on all qualifying pet supplies Up to 100% referral fee reductions on qualifying top-selling items across categories. Walmart is making it easier than ever for sellers to reach more customers, both across the U.S. and around the world. Next-Day Shipping in Major Metros: Walmart Fulfillment Services now offers expanded Next-Day Delivery coverage across top U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, Houston and Atlanta. This means faster, more reliable delivery of Marketplace items to millions of Walmart customers. Competitive Rates and Higher Sales: WFS helps sellers streamline fulfillment at rates ~15% less on average than competitors, driving stronger results. Sellers using WFS see, on average, a 50% lift in GMV on items tagged Walmart Fulfilled and 2-Day Shipping. Through Multichannel Solutions, Sellers can use WFS to fulfill orders from their own website, social media shops and other marketplaces; new users of Multichannel Solutions can receive 30% off fulfillment fees. Expanding Opportunities: With Walmart, sellers have access to reach customers across multiple marketplaces, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Chile, while tapping into tools like Walmart Connect 3P Sponsored Ads to help boost visibility and sales.