Which retail strategy did Walmart implement after initial failures in its Asian market expansion?

In today's globalized market, geography continues to play a crucial role in retail strategy. Companies develop specific approaches to cater to different markets based on geographic insights. This trivia question explores how a major retailer adapted their global expansion strategy in response to geographic and cultural challenges.

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Acquired local established chains rather than building new Walmart-branded stores
Doubled down on American-style big box stores with increased marketing budget
Shifted entirely to e-commerce and abandoned physical retail locations
Focused exclusively on rural areas to avoid urban competition