3 Stocks That Put Wal-Mart's Returns to Shame

3 Stocks That Put Wal-Mart's Returns to Shame

In many respects, Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) has helped redefine its industry. When Walmart went public some 47 years ago, its "megastores" were a unique concept. Today, the Costcos of the world can look to Wal-Mart as the foundation for their success.

Though Walmart's stock returns are nothing to scoff at -- its up 98% during the past 10 years -- there are alternatives in today's world that have not only put its returns to shame, but likely will for years to come. Three that come to mind are social-media king Facebook (NASDAQ: FB), home-improvement mainstay Home Depot (NYSE: HD), and aluminum-manufacturer Alcoa (NYSE: AA).

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Source: Fool.com