Walmart (WMT) is being highlighted as a leading dividend stock for 2026, following a robust performance in 2025 that saw it outperform the S&P 500 and rival Amazon (AMZN). The stock, currently near its 52-week high and above its 200-day moving average, has delivered market-beating returns over the past five years. Analysts attribute this success to Walmart's strategic integration of online and offline channels, enhancing value for both customers and shareholders. Walmart's market cap recently exceeded $854 billion, with projections suggesting it could reach $1 trillion by the end of 2025, potentially driving the stock price to $125. Analysts from BTIG and DA Davidson have issued 'Buy' ratings, citing the company's innovative use of conversational AI and its partnership with OpenAI to enhance customer engagement. The median price forecast for Walmart is $115, with a 12-month high of $129, reflecting a strong outlook for continued growth and profitability.