Walmart CEO Doug McMillon took bold stances in 2019. Next year he’ll have an even bigger platform

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Description: After two deadly shootings at Walmart stores over the summer, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon made a surprising move.The retailer on Sept. 3 said it would halt sales of ammunition for assault-style rifles and handguns and that it would begin asking shoppers to no longer openly carry firearms in stores in states where “open carry” is allowed.

Source: CNBC.com – video report

Date: Jan 02, 2020

Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/12/30/walmart-ceo-doug-mcmillon-took-bold-stances-in-2019-next-year-hell-have-an-even-bigger-platform.html?__source=iosappshare%7Ccom.apple.UIKit.activity.Mail

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  • Summarize the highlights of the report.
  • Do you think these decisions will impact on the operations of the company?
  • What else would you advise the firm, looking ahead?