18. 4. What conclusions can be drawn from a review of Wal-Martâs financial performance over the decade of the 1980 ? From this review , what can you conclude about the finance future of the firms ? DPS 0.20 0.24 0.28 0.30 0.36 0.52 USD/ sh a re ROE 22.9 21.3 19.4 20.9 21.3 22.1
19. 5. Speculate an how much impact the âabsenceâ of Sam Walton had on the forward momentum of the organization. What steps have been or should have been taken by management to continue Sam Waltonâs formulas for success? Wal-Mart has been able to continue its success even after Sam Walton passed away by following his 3 main corporate policies RESPECT FOR THE INDIVIDUAL SERVICE TO THE CUSTOMER STRIVE FOR EXELLENCE