Asda’s US owner has confirmed it is in early stage discussions about the potential sale of a controlling stake in the UK supermarket.
Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, said on Wednesday that following “inbound interest” it was in talks with a small number of interested parties regarding an opportunity to invest in its British supermarket arm, alongside itself.
It said no decisions have yet been made on any third party investment.
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