Walmart Tops 2025 Retail List; Amazon Steady, Rite Aid Slips
The National Retail Federation has unveiled its annual Top 100 Retailers list for 2025. The rankings, based on past 52/53-week annual retail sales in the United States, show significant shifts among major players. Walmart maintains the No. 1 spot, while Amazon holds steady at No. 2. However, the list also reveals declines in sales for some retailers, with Rite Aid dropping from No. 29 to No. 40. Meanwhile, pet ownership trends have led to changes in spending on pet-related products.
Walmart continues to dominate the U.S. retail scene, with 2024 sales reaching $568.70 billion, marking a 7% growth. Amazon follows closely at No. 2 with U.S. sales of $273.66 billion. The top 5 is rounded out by Costco Wholesale, The Kroger Co., and The Home Depot. Notably, Target has slipped from No. 7 to No. 8, while Boots Alliance has climbed to No. 7. Drug stores like Rite Aid have also faced challenges, with Rite Aid's ranking dropping from No. 29 to No. 40. Meanwhile, pet retailers like PetSmart and Petco have seen changes in their U.S. retail sales and store numbers, reflecting stabilizing pet ownership post-pandemic and a subsequent decrease in discretionary spending on pets.
The 2025 Top 100 Retailers list offers a snapshot of the U.S. retail landscape, highlighting the continued dominance of Walmart and Amazon. However, the rankings also reveal shifts and challenges faced by other retailers, particularly in the drug store and pet sectors. As consumer behavior evolves, retailers will need to adapt their strategies to maintain their positions in the competitive market.
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