Sunday, September 5, 2010

Wal-Mart - Brief History


“Saving People Money So They Can Live Better”
            Wal-Mart is an American founded public corporation that has a chain of discount department stores and a chain of warehouse stores. Wal-Mart was founded in 1962 by Sam Walton in Rogers, Arkansas, U.S. By the end of 1970’s the company grew to 276 stores in 11 states.  By 1983 Wal-Mart opened the first super center and the first Sam’s Club membership warehouse. Wal- Mart became an international company in 1991, opening its first Sam’s Club in Mexico City. The sole purpose of Wal-Mart is to help people save money to help them live better.  Wal-Mart hopes to make a difference in the lives of their associates, members and customers.  Wal-Mart provides economic advancements in the communities it serves throughout the world.

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