Walmart Inc., the largest private employer in the U.S., has paused hiring H-1B visa holders following a new executive order by President Donald Trump that imposes a steep $100,000 fee on each new H-1B filing. The move affects corporate-level roles and reflects growing uncertainty for companies dependent on global talent. Advertisement

“Walmart is committed to hiring and investing in the best talent to serve our customers, while remaining thoughtful about our H-1B hiring approach,” a company spokesperson told Bloomberg.

The decision comes amid broader concerns in the tech and retail sectors, where H-1B visa holders—especially from India and China—form a significant portion of the skilled workforce. In recent years, Indian professionals received over 70% of all H-1B visas, while Chinese

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