Walmart Inc.

Walmart’s sweeping rollback of its diversity policies is the strongest indication yet of a profound shift taking hold at U.S. companies that are re-evaluating the legal and political risks associated with bold programs to bolster historically underrepresented groups in business.

Walmart says it is ending some of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, including winding down its non-profit.

Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a list of major corporations that have been under pressure by conservative activists.

The store operator also paid out $25 million in penalties in 2010 after San Diego prosecutors took them to court over negligent practices.

Walmart will start delivering medications in six states, but it plans to offer prescription delivery in nearly every state by the end of January.

Walmart’s employees and their dependents are being offered expanded cancer treatment with doctors at the Mayo Clinic through the retailer’s insurance coverage.

The brand, called Bettergoods, will focus on trendy, plant-based and allergy-friendly options and range from $2 to $15.

The megastore issued a recall of about 51,750 Mainstays Electric Mini Choppers after discovering the potential for a laceration hazard. 

The retailer has agreed to pay $45 million to customers as part of a class-action settlement.

Sam’s Club is easing back-to-school shopping for teachers with its new membership deal.