The report examines the impact of big box retailers on local communities in the United States, with a focus on Walmart's expansion plans. The authors find that Walmart jobs in metropolitan areas pay less and are less likely to offer benefits than those they replace. They also suggest that implementing a "living wage" policy could potentially mitigate these negative effects. The report concludes that big box retail is a mixed blessing, as it creates jobs but may also lead to lower wages and fewer benefits.
