Walmart is truly a behemoth in the retail industry; aside from Amazon, there are few competitors that have become such dominant forces in the marketplace.  How might economies of scale pose a threat to existing smaller competitors? Look around your own community. Has Walmart had an impact on smaller businesses in your area?

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