Walmart stock expands drone delivery as Zipline secures $1.5 billion
Published on 11/07/2026 at 11:17 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSDrone delivery broadens Walmart's reach
- Walmart and Zipline agreed to add 300 drone delivery sites across the United States.
- Zipline plans to use its new financing to expand US manufacturing and hiring.
- The delivery program has completed more than 2 million orders since its launch.
Walmart announced on Thursday, November 5, 2026, that it had reached a multi-year agreement with Zipline to add 300 drone delivery sites across the United States. The company said the expansion builds on a program that has completed more than 2 million deliveries.
The retailer described drone delivery as one of its fastest fulfillment options, with tens of thousands of eligible items available in as little as 30 minutes where the service is offered. Customers can access the option through the Walmart app or Walmart.com when their address falls within the delivery range.
Zipline raises funding for expansion
TechCrunch reported on November 5 that Zipline had raised 1.5 billion US dollars at a post-money valuation of 21.5 billion US dollars. The company said it plans to use the funds to expand US manufacturing facilities and hire workers for a nationwide delivery network.
TechCrunch also reported that Walmart and Zipline currently have 21 active sites together. The new agreement represents a substantial increase in the partners' operating footprint, although Walmart has not disclosed a detailed timetable or location list for the additional sites.
Saturday trading remains below Xetra close
The real-time quote of Walmart stock traded at 112.31 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 11:14 CET on Saturday, November 7, 2026, 0.68 percent below the Xetra close of Friday, November 6.
Walmart stock snapshot
- Company: Walmart Inc.
- ISIN: US9311421039
- Lang & Schwarz quote: 112.31 euros, Saturday, November 7, 2026, 11:14 CET
- Change versus Xetra close: 0.68 percent lower than Friday, November 6, at 113.08 euros
- Home market: United States
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Sources: Walmart and TechCrunch.
