Walmart is developing algorithmic tools to shape how it sets prices, even as US lawmakers intensify scrutiny of data-driven pricing in grocery and retail. The retailer has secured two US patents this year covering automated markdowns and machine learning-based demand forecasting, adding to a broader portfolio of nearly 50 US patents granted to the company so far in 2026.
for now, I’m lucky to have a Food City for groceries and cat food. Cheaper than walmart and cleaner stores. Plus they still have actual employees running the check out. Thrift stores for everything else. Wally world can get bent.