Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)
| Market Cap | 434.17B |
| Revenue (ttm) | 268.78B |
| Net Income (ttm) | 7.84B |
| Shares Out | 443.48M |
| EPS (ttm) | 17.63 |
| PE Ratio | 55.53 |
| Forward PE | 50.53 |
| Dividend | $5.20 (0.53%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Aug 1, 2025 |
| Volume | 1,214,436 |
| Open | 983.96 |
| Previous Close | 991.25 |
| Day's Range | 970.10 - 986.40 |
| 52-Week Range | 856.16 - 1,078.24 |
| Beta | 0.95 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 1,056.04 (+7.87%) |
| Earnings Date | Sep 25, 2025 |
About COST
Costco Wholesale Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation of membership warehouses in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Japan, the United Kingdom, Korea, Australia, Taiwan, China, Spain, France, Iceland, New Zealand, and Sweden. The company offers branded and private-label products in a range of merchandise categories. It offers merchandise, such as sundries, dry groceries, candies, coolers, freezers, deli, liquor, and tobacco; appliances, electronics, health and beauty aids, hardware, lawn and garden,... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2024, Costco's revenue was $254.45 billion, an increase of 5.02% compared to the previous year's $242.29 billion. Earnings were $7.37 billion, an increase of 17.09%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Forecast
According to 25 analysts, the average rating for COST stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $1,056.04, which is an increase of 7.87% from the latest price.
News
Costco: Kirkland Penetration Growth Continues
I reiterate my Buy rating on Costco Wholesale Corporation with a fair value of $1,108 per share, driven by robust membership and Kirkland Signature brand growth. Costco's Q3 FY25 results showed 8% rev...
Costco is a clear beneficiary of value-based behavior changes, says Accuvest's Eric Clark
Eric Clark, Accuvest Global Advisors CIO, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss Clark's thoughts on Costco, other names in the consumer sector and much more.
Stock Of The Day: Buy Signal For Costco?
Trading in Costco Wholesale Corporation COST is quiet on Monday. But this may soon change.
Costco's Extended Hours Bolster Strong Comps, Analyst Recommends Disciplined Buy
Costco Wholesale Corporation COST shares are trading relatively flat on Thursday.
From cellphones to gift cards, how Costco boosts sales as shoppers face ‘trade-offs'
After years of big stock gains through the pandemic and the price increases that followed, Costco Wholesale Corp. has faced concerns about stalling momentum.
Costco's monthly sales accelerate, as consumers and the broader economy throw mixed signals
Costco on Wednesday reported $20.89 billion in sales through the “retail month” of July, or the four weeks that ended on Aug. 3. That marked an 8.5% year-over-year gain.
Costco Wholesale Corporation Reports July Sales Results
ISSAQUAH, Wash., Aug. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Costco Wholesale Corporation (“Costco” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: COST) today reported net sales of $20.89 billion for the retail month of July, the ...
The Big 3: COST, BA & 30-Year U.S. Treasury Bond
@Theotrade's Don Kaufman returns to being all bearish on today's Big 3 and offers example options trades for each name. For Costco (COST), he sees a short opportunity with potential for the stock to m...
The Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Costco vs. Walmart
Both companies are market leaders with wide economic moats. But is one a better stock to invest in today?
A Case Study In Special Dividends
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Discounters Five Below and Ollie's Deliver Stock Gains While Costco Sags
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US retail giant Costco to set up global capability centre in India, to employ 1000 people, sources say
U.S. retailer Costco Wholesale Corp will open its first global capability centre (GCC) in India in Hyderabad, two people familiar with the plans told Reuters.
Insider report: These stocks had the biggest sales by executives in the past week
Some investors follow company insiders on the notion that they would know better than anyone when it's the right time to buy or sell shares. CNBC rounded up some of the biggest sales over the last wee...
Is Costco Stock Topping Out? Key Price Levels To Watch
Costco (COST) is currently in Phase 11 of its 18-phase Adhishthana Cycle on the weekly chart. While the stock has enjoyed a strong rally and its bullish structure remains intact, the Adhishthana Princ...
Edna's Selected to Exhibit at INFRA's 2025 Tabletop Show—Raising the Bar on Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Cocktails
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Coming off a successful rotation with Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) in Western Canada and strong sales across over 700 Target Corporation (NASDAQ: TGT) ...
Two Quality Stocks Whose Price Declines May Be Long-Term Buying Opportunities
Recent stock price pullbacks in two companies present potential buying opportunities for long-term investors, despite no obvious negative news. I emphasize the importance of distinguishing between tem...
Costco Wholesale Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
ISSAQUAH, Wash., July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Costco Wholesale Corporation (“Costco” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: COST) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash div...
The Pants Cost $20. They Explain $86 Billion of Costco Sales.
Kirkland Signature is now bigger than some of the world's biggest companies—and it has become essential to Costco's business.
Costco Sales Rise 5.8%, Driven by Fresh Food and Non-Food Categories
Costco's total company comparable sales increased 5.8% in June, driven by demand for fresh foods and non-food categories like jewelry, major appliances and gift cards. By region, the retailer's sales ...
Jim Cramer names his top 4 stocks that are trading at a big discount
US stocks have been in a sharp uptrend since early April, but higher tariffs set to go live on August 1 could reverse some of the recent gains, potentially resulting in meaningful losses in the second...
I like Costco very much, am always looking for opportunity to buy the stock, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer explains where he is finding stock bargains in the current market.
Jim Cramer names 4 'high-quality' stocks that can currently be bought at a discount
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday offered advice about how to buy great stocks at a discount. He told investors it's important to distinguish between stocks that are on the decline for legitimate reasons ...
Costco Shares Rise After Sales Climb 8% In June
Costco Wholesale Corp COST shares are rising in Wednesday's after-hours session after the company reported sales results for June.
Costco's Sales Rise in June. It Was a Big Month for Summer Holidays.
Net sales rose 8% year over year to a little over $26.4 billion.
Costco's monthly sales growth accelerates, following slowdown earlier this year
Costco Wholesale Corp. on Wednesday reported $26.44 billion in sales for the five weeks that ended on July 6, marking a year-over-year gain of 8% and a month-to-month acceleration of sales growth.