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Largest private employer

The current largest private employer record is 2.1 million people, held by Walmart, set on January 31, 2026. Last checked October 14, 2026.

2.1

million people

Walmart

Bentonville, USA, 2026

Holder
Walmart
Record
2.1 million people
Exact figure
About 2.1 million employees
Location
Bentonville, USA
Date set
January 31, 2026
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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