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Imperial Brands PLC is a multinational tobacco company based in Bristol, United Kingdom. It operates in the tobacco industry, manufacturing and distributing a wide range of tobacco and nicotine products. Its core segments include cigarettes, fine-cut tobacco, cigars, and the growing next-generation products category, which encompasses e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products. Founded in 1901 as the Imperial Tobacco Company, it has evolved through various mergers and acquisitions to become a prominent global player. The company operates in several regions worldwide, with a significant presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Imperial Brands focuses on leveraging its portfolio of well-known brands, operational efficiencies, and strategic investments in reduced-risk products to maintain its market position.

Since its founding in 1962, Walmart has become the world's largest retailer, operating over 10,700 stores globally (including 4,600 namesake locations on its home turf and another 600 Sam's Club outlets) and growing its e-commerce presence, attracting 270 million customers weekly. In aggregate, the firm posted more than $713 billion in fiscal 2026 sales. Its core operations span three reporting segments: Walmart US (68% of fiscal 2026 sales), Walmart International (19%), and Sam's Club (13%).Within the US, nearly 60% of its $486 billion in fiscal 2026 revenue came from its grocery offerings, with another quarter from general merchandise. Internationally, Walmart's operations are concentrated in Mexico, though it also has budding exposure to India.