National Retailers

Walmart Inc. was founded in 1962 by Sam Walton in Rogers, Arkansas, and has grown into the largest retailer in the world, built on a model of everyday low pricing and massive scale. The company operates a variety of formats including Supercenters, discount stores, neighborhood markets, and warehouse clubs (Sam's Club), serving customers with groceries, general merchandise, and pharmacy services. Walmart's business model revolutionized retail through supply chain efficiency, aggressive pricing, and nationwide store expansion, making it a dominant force in both brick-and-mortar and e-commerce. Today, Walmart operates over 10,800 stores and clubs across 19 countries worldwide, including approximately 5,200 locations in the United States alone, serving hundreds of millions of customers each week. Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, the company employs over 2 million people globally and continues to expand through store remodels, digital commerce, and integrated services like grocery delivery and in-store healthcare.

Target Corporation was founded in 1902 as the Dayton Dry Goods Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and evolved into the Target brand in 1962 as a discount retail concept focused on combining style, value, and a curated shopping experience. Known for its "cheap chic" positioning, Target differentiates itself through exclusive designer collaborations, strong private-label brands, and a clean, modern store environment. The company operates large-format stores offering apparel, home goods, electronics, groceries, and pharmacy services (now operated by CVS within Target locations). Today, Target operates approximately 1,950+ stores across the United States, serving millions of customers each week through both physical locations and a rapidly growing e-commerce platform. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the company continues to expand through store remodels, same-day fulfillment services (Drive Up, Order Pickup), and owned brands that drive customer loyalty.