Two retail giants have seen their fortunes diverge significantly. Walmart (NYSE: WMT) shareholders are enjoying a banner year, with strong growth propelling the stock to a fantastic 81% return so far in 2024, as of this writing. In contrast, Target (NYSE: TGT) shareholders have endured a year to forget, with the stock down 7% year to date. Last year’s winner is clear, but investors may be wondering what’s in store for 2025. Could Walmart stock’s fantastic rally continue, or could a potential comeback from Target spark a yield important for its actions in the future? Let’s explore which stock is best to buy right now. Image source: Getty Images.Continue readingMore articles on MotleyFool More articles on MotleyFool