1. Channel: Mass

Walmart CEO plans to run the retailer for at least three more years

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Walmart CEO Doug McMillon says he will continue leading the company for at least three more years as the retailer works to identify his successor. Mr. McMillon has held the top job at Walmart since 2014.

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