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

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At A Glance

• Walmart plans to remodel 37 stores and open a new store in North Carolina this year, expanding its assortment of healthy foods, affordable on-trend items and enhancing the in-store and online experience
• The retailer invested more than $848 million statewide over the past five years to upgrade its stores
• Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have donated more than $53 million to local nonprofits, including providing more than 25 million pounds of food to help fight hunger across the state

RALEIGH, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Walmart announced continued reinvestment across North Carolina, with plans in 2026 to remodel 37 stores and open a new store in Carolina Shores later this year as part of ongoing efforts to modernize the in-store and digital shopping experience—upgrading layouts, technology, and services to offer faster, more convenient in-store 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 North Carolina, 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 the 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 $848 million to upgrade stores throughout North Carolina over the past five years.

“Our stores have long been part of communities across North Carolina, and we’re excited to keep investing in their future,” said Annie Walker, Senior Vice President, East Business Unit at Walmart. “By modernizing our stores, we’re making shopping faster, easier, and more convenient, all while empowering our teams to serve customers better and creating local opportunity. We're proud of our legacy here and look forward to helping families save money, time and live better every day.”

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 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 North Carolina Communities

Walmart’s impact extends well beyond its stores and into its communities. In North Carolina over the past year, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation donated more than $53 million to local nonprofits, including providing more than 25 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:

City	Store Address
Aberdeen	250 Turner St
Albemarle	781 Leonard Ave
Archdale	10250 S Main St
Asheboro	1226 E Dixie Dr
Belmont	701 Hawley Ave
Cameron	2800 Nc 24-87
Cary	2010 Kildaire Farm Rd
Charlotte	7735 N Tryon St
Charlotte (E)	3850 E Independence Blvd
Charlotte (Sw)	8180 S Tryon St
Fayetteville	1550 Skibo Rd
Fayetteville	7701 S Raeford Rd
Forest City	197 Plaza Dr
Garner	5141 Nc Highway 42 W
Granite Falls	4780 Hickory Blvd
Greensboro	4424 W Wendover Ave
Hillsborough	501 Hampton Pointe B
Hope Mills	3030 N Main St
Hope Mills	4220 Legion Road
Jacksonville	4250 Western Blvd
Locust	1876 Main St W
Morrisville (Davis)	3560 Davis Dr
Nashville	1205 Eastern Ave
New Bern	3105 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Newton	1818 Northwest Blvd
Pisgah Forest	177 Forest Gate Dr
Roanoke Rapids	251 Premier Blvd
Rockingham	720 E Us Highway 74
Shallotte	4540 Main St. B 3079
Siler City	14215 Us Highway 64 W
Swansboro	1109 W Corbett Ave
Waynesville	135 Town Center Loop
West Jefferson	1489 Mount Jefferson Rd
Wilkesboro	1801 Us Highway 421
Winston-Salem	4550 Kester Mill Rd
Winston-Salem	3475 Parkway Village Ct
Zebulon	841 E Gannon Ave

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