Walmart Expands Payment Options with Digital Wallet Integration
Retail giant Walmart has begun rolling out tap-to-pay payment options, allowing customers to use digital wallets like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Garmin Pay at select stores. The feature is initially available in some U.S. Walmart and Sam's Club locations, with a full rollout expected by the end of 2026 across its approximately 4,600 stores. The company also plans to extend this payment method to gas stations starting in 2027. Walmart aims to reduce interchange fees associated with traditional credit and debit card transactions through these new options. As part of broader efforts to diversify payments, the retailer has partnered with fintech startups like OnePay and Ribbit Capital-backed ventures. Additionally, Walmart expanded buy now, pay later (BNPL) services last year in collaboration with Klarna Group. This move reflects Walmart's strategy to enhance customer convenience while managing payment costs more effectively.