Walmart has agreed to pay millions to settle a consumer protection lawsuit that alleges the company has been overcharging its customers.

According to the District Attorney's Office of Santa Clara, California, Walmart 's alleged actions violate the state's false advertising and unfair competition laws, and the retailer will pay $5.6 million to settle the case.

Newsweek has contacted Walmart through its website and the Santa Clara District Attorney's Office via email outside regular business hours for further comment.

Why It Matters

Walmart, based in Bentonville, Arkansas, is the largest retailer in the U.S.—with more than 4,000 locations and 280 stores in California alone. The company has grappled with a number of issues in 2025, including tariffs affecting its margins, which briefly

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