Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)

NASDAQ
Currency in USD
1,002.71
+5.93(+0.59%)
Closed·
Pre Market
996.71-6.00(-0.60%)
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COST Scorecard
Full Analysis
Holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet
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Fair Value
Day's Range
995.361,003.25
52 wk Range
793.001,078.23
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
1,002.71
Open
999
Day's Range
995.36-1,003.25
52 wk Range
793-1,078.23
Volume
1.72M
Average Volume (3m)
2.34M
1-Year Change
18.27%
Book Value / Share
61.21
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
1,075.04
Upside
+7.21%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
11 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Costco Wholesale Corp News & Analysis

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Costco Company Profile

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, sporting goods, tires, toys and seasonal products, office supplies, automotive care products, postages, tickets, apparel, small appliances, furniture, domestics, housewares, special order kiosks, and jewelry; and meat, produce, service deli, and bakery products. The company also operates gasoline, pharmacies, optical, food courts, hearing-aid centers, and tire installation centers; and offers business delivery, travel, grocery, and various other services online. It also operates e-commerce websites. The company was formerly known as Costco Companies, Inc. and changed its name to Costco Wholesale Corporation in August 1999. Costco Wholesale Corporation was founded in 1976 and is based in Issaquah, Washington.

Employees
333000

Costco Wholesale Corp SWOT Analysis


Financial Prowess
Costco's robust financial performance, with $258.8 billion in revenue and impressive profitability metrics, underscores its market dominance and operational efficiency
Digital Evolution
Explore Costco's strategic digital initiatives, including e-commerce enhancements and partnerships, positioning the company for sustained growth in the evolving retail landscape
Valuation Concerns
Delve into the complexities of Costco's high valuation, with a P/E ratio of 57.18x and price targets ranging from $765 to $940, reflecting both investor optimism and potential risks
Competitive Edge
Learn how Costco maintains its market leadership through efficient operations, strong membership trends, and strategic expansion, while navigating intense retail competition
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Costco Wholesale Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2025

  • Q3 2025 net income up 13% to $1.9B; EPS of $4.28 beat forecast, revenue of $61.96B missed expectations
  • Stock dipped 0.46% after-hours despite earnings beat; company maintains GOOD financial health score per InvestingPro
  • Membership fee income grew 10.4%; 9 new warehouses opened in Q3, 10 more planned for Q4
  • Costco committed to competitive pricing strategy; introduced 40+ new Kirkland Signature items and buy-now-pay-later option
  • Executives navigating tariff challenges, inflation concerns, and supply chain issues; focused on digital growth and expansion
Last Updated: 30-05-2025, 03:54 am
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Compare COST to Peers and Sector

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COST
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
56.7x21.0x11.9x
PEG Ratio
6.06−0.230.03
Price/Book
16.4x3.6x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
1.7x0.3x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
9.9%16.5%17.4%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

22 Buy
15 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
38 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 1,075.04
(+7.21% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 17.66%
Dividend Yield
0.52%
Industry Median 0.41%
Annualised payout
5.20
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+12.52%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
May 29, 2025
EPS / Forecast
4.28 / 4.24
Revenue / Forecast
61.96B / 63.11B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

COST Income Statement

FAQ

What Is the Costco (COST) Stock Price Today?

The Costco stock price today is 1,002.71.

What Stock Exchange Does Costco Trade On?

Costco is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Costco?

The stock symbol for Costco is "COST."

Does Costco Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Costco dividend yield is 0.52%.

What Is the Costco Market Cap?

As of today, Costco market cap is 444.68B.

What Is Costco's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Costco EPS (TTM) is 17.66.

When Is the Next Costco Earnings Date?

Costco will release its next earnings report on 24 Sept 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is COST a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Costco Stock Split?

Costco has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Costco Have?

Costco has 333000 employees.

What is the current trading status of Costco (COST)?

As of 13 Jun 2025, Costco (COST) is trading at a price of 1,002.71, with a previous close of 1,002.71. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 995.36 to 1,003.25, while its 52-week range spans from 793.00 to 1,078.23.

What Is Costco (COST) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Costco is USD1075.03844, with a high estimate of USD1225 and a low estimate of USD620. 22 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +7.21% Upside potential.
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