Sam Walton's estate planning kept his Walmart stock in a trust, protecting it from divorce courts. This strategy was key to preserving family wealth.

The Walton family is worth more than $330 billion, dwarfing Elon Musk's $237 billion fortune. They owe some of their wealth to a savvy decision by Walmart founder Sam Walton over 70 years ago. Walton ...

If you've ever wondered who founded Sam's Club, you might be surprised to learn the powerhouse that actually controls the ...

Rob Walton, the eldest of Walmart founder Sam Walton's children, is retiring after more than 40 years on the company's board. With a net worth of $79.8 billion, he's among the 20 richest people in the ...

Walmart’s first refreshed logo in 17 years bears strong resemblance to founder Sam Walton’s beloved trucker-style cap. Walton, who led the retailer from 1962 to 1988, espoused 10 guiding principles in ...

Even as it copes with the shifting retail landscape,Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) remains the most dominant force in global retail today, 54 years after its founding. As is the case with other renowned American ...

Each day, Benzinga takes a look back at a notable market-related moment that occurred on this date. What Happened? On this day in 1962, Sam Walton opened the first Walmart Inc (NYSE:WMT) store. Where ...

Sam Walton made one of the world's largest fortunes for himself and his investors by adhering to principles of leadership, quality, and excellence. Here are just a few of his most colorful quotes on a ...