The retail giant is expanding the perk as tariffs fuel inflation concerns. Walmart employs about 1.6 million people in the U.S.

Extending its holiday food discount to year-round stemmed from employee requests for simpler, more accessible perks, the retailer said.

In a separate LinkedIn post, JD Mahaffey, director & global head of executive total rewards, expanded on the new benefit: Previously, Walmart’s 10% discount for employees was limited to fresh produce and select general merchandise,