Never Engage in Bribery
We compete fairly and honestly everywhere we do business around the world. We never attempt to gain a business advantage through bribery, and we do not tolerate bribery or corruption in any form. Additionally, any person or company working on Walmart’s behalf may not offer, give, or receive a bribe.
A bribe is receiving, offering to pay, paying, promising to pay, or authorizing the payment of money or anything of value to improperly influence any act or decision or to secure any other improper advantage in order to obtain or retain business. Bribes are not limited to cash. A bribe can be gifts, travel, meals, entertainment, offers of employment, and charitable or political contributions.
Immediately report allegations of bribery or attempted bribery directly to Ethics & Compliance.
No. Such gifts are prohibited. We do not provide gifts to influence the actions of government officials. Providing gift cards, membership cards, and/or cash to government officials is prohibited. Certain customary gifts, such as holiday cards or other items of low to no monetary value may be given in some circumstances, but they can never be given for the purpose of influencing a government official. Contact your Anti-Corruption or Ethics team if you need additional guidance.
Remain calm. Follow your market’s regulatory contact and notification process. Typically, a member of management will be able to assist the government official. Remember if a regulator requests a bribe (e.g. cash, goods or services) you must decline to provide it and immediately report the matter to Ethics & Compliance.