Walmart Deepens Commitment to Louisiana, Fueling Long-Term Impact and Future Statewide Investments

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At A Glance

• Walmart plans to remodel 20 stores in Louisiana this year, expanding its assortment of healthy foods, affordable on-trend items and enhancing the in-store and online experience
• The retailer invested $618.9 million statewide over the past five years to upgrade its stores
• Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have donated $29.1 million to local nonprofits including providing 14.5 million pounds of food to help fight hunger across the state

BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Walmart today announced continued reinvestment across Louisiana, with plans in 2026 to remodel 20 stores as part of ongoing efforts to modernize the in-store and digital shopping experience—upgrading layouts, technology, and services to offer faster, more convenient shopping and delivery in as little as an hour for most customers. These efforts reflect Walmart’s commitment to supporting economic growth and strengthening communities statewide.

Across Louisiana, Walmart’s new and remodeled stores bring that vision to life through expanded services – like free Pharmacy delivery for Walmart+ members, including on GLP-1s – and a store-based app experience that helps customers easily navigate through stores, book services at Walmart’s Auto Care Center, and more. The result is a more intuitive, convenient experience that helps customers shop how they want, when they want.

Nationally, Walmart is planning remodels at more than 650 Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets this year. Additionally, Walmart invested more than $618.9 million to upgrade stores throughout Louisiana over the past five years.

"We’re proud to work and serve customers across Louisiana, and our continued investment reflects how deeply we believe in this state and its communities," said Elise Vasquez-Warner, Senior Vice President, Southwest Business Unit, Walmart U.S. “From modernizing our stores to enhancing the overall shopping experience, everything we do is about better serving our customers and supporting the associates who make it happen.”

Every new store or remodel brings real benefits to the community — from construction jobs to long-term careers in retail, pharmacy and store leadership. Customers will notice the difference, too, with elevated brands and products from brands like De’Longhi, Oura, Jessica Simpson, and Lemme, and interactive displays that make it easier to picture how products look in their homes.

The transformed stores also feature updated pharmacies offering affordable medications, vaccines and other clinical services, with support from trusted pharmacists, and Vision Centers designed for greater privacy and convenience, offering brands like Nike, Calvin Klein, and DKNY, along with services like free cleanings and adjustments.

Strengthening Louisiana Communities

Walmart’s impact extends well beyond its stores and into its communities. In Louisiana over the past year, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation donated $29.1 million to local nonprofits, including providing 14.5 million pounds of food to help fight hunger. In fact, the company just kicked off its annual Fight Hunger, Spark Change campaign to help address food insecurity locally. Every donation and qualifying purchase provides access to essential food and resources to local food banks in that area, empowering families to thrive.

Through locally led giving, store associates also supported education, disaster response efforts, and other community-driven initiatives – working alongside trusted local organizations to help build stronger communities across the state.

Looking Ahead

As part of the phased-approach, Walmart plans to complete remodels at stores in the state throughout the year, including at the following proposed locations:

Store	Store Address
Baton Rouge (Coursey) Walmart Neighborhood Market	14241 Coursey Blvd
Broussard Walmart Supercenter	123 Saint Nazaire Rd
Gretna Walmart Neighborhood Market	99 Westbank Expressway
Harahan Walmart Supercenter	5110 Jefferson Hwy
Harvey Walmart Supercenter	1501 Manhattan Blvd
Houma Walmart Neighborhood Market	6411 W Park Ave
Houma Walmart Supercenter	1633 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Jonesboro Walmart Supercenter	184 Old Winnfield Rd
Kenner Walmart Supercenter	300 W Esplanade Ave
La Place Walmart Supercenter	1616 W Airline Hwy
Lake Charles Walmart Supercenter	2500 N Martin Luther King Hwy
Mansfield Walmart Supercenter	7292 Hwy 509
Monroe Walmart Neighborhood Market	4430 Desiard St
Pineville Walmart Supercenter	3636 Monroe Hwy
Prairieville Walmart Neighborhood Market	15047 Airline Hwy
Rayville Walmart Supercenter	1806 Julia St
Ruston Walmart Neighborhood Market	321 W California Ave
Shreveport Walmart Neighborhood Market	412 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
Thibodaux Walmart Neighborhood Market	224 W Main St
Thibodaux Walmart Supercenter	410 N Canal Blvd

*Store remodels are subject to change based on construction schedules and other factors.
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