Walmart is a more diversified retailer than Costco. It operates its namesake superstores in the U.S., Mexico, China, and other overseas markets, while its smaller members-only Sam's Club banner competes against Costco in the warehouse club market. It also owns other brick-and-mortar banners and e-commerce websites across 19 countries.
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