During an earnings call Thursday Walmart said it will be forced to raise prices soon even with the reduced tariffs on China as trade with the United States is negotiated.

Volley after volley of tariffs — and at times on-again, off-again trade actions — have put companies around the world on edge

Walmart’s sales rose 2.5 percent, narrowly missing analysts’ expectations. Experts say the retail giant may be better situated than some competitors to endure a trade war.