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- symbol COST
- Rev/Share 605.4086
- Book/Share 61.0981
- PB 15.3792
- Debt/Equity 0.3016
- CurrentRatio 1.0152
- ROIC 0.2002
- MktCap 416708728280.0
- FreeCF/Share 16.4813
- PFCF 56.9508
- PE 53.1889
- Debt/Assets 0.1084
- DivYield 0.0051
- ROE 0.3113
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 3
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initiation | COST | Mizuho | -- | Neutral | -- | $975 | April 11, 2025 |
| Reiterated | COST | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | $1000 | $1050 | Dec. 5, 2024 |
| Initiation | COST | Bernstein | -- | Outperform | -- | $1016 | Oct. 22, 2024 |
| Reiterated | COST | Oppenheimer | -- | Outperform | $955 | $980 | Oct. 10, 2024 |
| Reiterated | COST | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Outperform | $925 | $1000 | Sept. 27, 2024 |
| Downgrade | COST | Truist | Buy | Hold | -- | $873 | Sept. 24, 2024 |
| Downgrade | COST | Redburn Atlantic | Buy | Neutral | $860 | $890 | Sept. 10, 2024 |
| Reiterated | COST | Morgan Stanley | -- | Overweight | $855 | $950 | Sept. 9, 2024 |
News
Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: August 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Costco (COST). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Sprouts Farmers vs. Costco: Which Retail Stock Holds More Promise Now?
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
SFM surges past COST YTD as disciplined growth, digital gains and fresh-food demand boost its near-term edge.
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What Costco's Balance Sheet Says About Its Financial Strength
Published: July 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
COST's fortress-like balance sheet, soaring cash reserves and modest debt highlight its financial edge in retail.
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Costco vs. Target: Which Discount Retailer Is the Better Bet?
Published: July 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
COST's resilient model and rising sales make it a steadier retail pick over TGT's cautious outlook and weaker demand.
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Discounters Five Below and Ollie's Deliver Stock Gains While Costco Sags
Published: July 24, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive
Meanwhile, shares of luxury giants like LVMH have languished.
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How Global Expansion Is Shaping Costco's Long-Term Profile
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
COST's global expansion is fueling strong sales, driving operational gains, and strengthening its long-term retail profile.
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Retail Roundup: Target, Costco Wholesale, TJX
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative
Barclays downgraded Target Corp (NYSE:TGT) stock to "underweight" from "equal weight" earlier, with the analyst in coverage noting that the retailer may continue to see sales weakness unless it revises its strategy.
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Insider report: These stocks had the biggest sales by executives in the past week
Published: July 21, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative
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 week.
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Edna's Selected to Exhibit at INFRA's 2025 Tabletop Show—Raising the Bar on Non-Alcoholic Sparkling Cocktails
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
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) stores nationally, Edna's Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Co. is proud to announce its selection for the 2025 INFRA Tabletop Buying Show. Hosted by the Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA), the Tabletop Show brings together hundreds of independent natural food retailers from across the U.S.
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Two Quality Stocks Whose Price Declines May Be Long-Term Buying Opportunities
Published: July 17, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
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 temporary dips and fundamental business issues, referencing Warren Buffett's advice. T-Mobile's pullback offers a buying opportunity due to strong earnings growth, robust free cash flow, aggressive buybacks, and double-digit dividend increases.
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3 Stocks to Cushion Your Portfolio This Earnings Season
Published: July 16, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
Stocks are moving higher ahead of earnings season. Many of the big technology stocks are expected to do well.
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Costco's Strong June Sales Reinforce Its Case as a Defensive Stock
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
COST's June sales rose 8% to $26.44B, reinforcing its role as a defensive retail play amid spending uncertainty.
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Costco's June Sales Climb on Robust 11.5% E-Commerce Growth
Published: July 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
COST posts 5.8% June comp sales growth, fueled by strong 11.5% e-commerce gains and steady demand from value-focused shoppers.
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When Will Costco Issue Its Next Special Dividend?
Published: July 14, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
In the world of consumer staples and retail stocks, Costco (NASDAQ:COST) remains one of the best growth stocks in the market.
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Costco Sales Rise 5.8%, Driven by Fresh Food and Non-Food Categories
Published: July 11, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Positive
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 were up 4.7% in the United States, 6.7% in Canada and 10.
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Costco June sales boosted by e-commerce and international growth
Published: July 10, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST, ETR:CTO) reported an 8% year-over-year jump in sales to $26.44 billion for the month of June, driven by membership loyalty, its e-Commerce expansion and international growth. Comparable sales were up 5.8% from the same month in 2024, including 4.7% growth in the US, 6.7% growth in Canada and a 10.9% jump in other international markets.
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3 Stocks Poised to be 2025 Winners, According to UBS
Published: July 09, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
UBS recently revealed some of its top retail stock picks that could outperform the S&P 500 for 2025.
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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is a Trending Stock
Published: July 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Costco (COST) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Final Trades: Blackrock, Costco and the IBIT
Published: July 07, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral
The Investment Committee give you their top stocks to watch for the second half.
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Is Kirkland's Global Penetration Powering Costco's Margin Story?
Published: July 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Kirkland's global sourcing cuts costs and lifts margins, helping COST hold prices while boosting efficiency.
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Costco Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
Published: July 04, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive
Costco (COST 0.47%) is arguably the best retailer in the world, but that is not the only thing to consider when investing in the stock.
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Why Elon Musk is upset with Trump's tax bill, Lululemon sues Costco
Published: July 01, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Negative
Market Catalyst anchor Brad Smith breaks down the latest market movers for July 1, 2025. Tesla CEO Elon Musk and President Trump have continued their escalating exchange of threats and insults.
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Lululemon sues Costco. Here's what we know
Published: July 01, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral
CNBC's Courtney Reagen joins 'Money Movers' to discuss Lululemon's lawsuit against Costco.
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SFM & 3 Retail Stocks Holding Strong as Consumer Confidence Slips
Published: June 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
As consumer confidence dips, SFM and three retail peers stand tall with strong models, loyal shoppers and solid growth outlooks.
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How Did International Comps Boost Costco's Q3 Growth Story?
Published: June 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
COST's Q3 comp sales surge 8%, with its Other International segment outpacing the United States and Canada on growth and ticket gains.
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Tracking Costco's Dividend and When The Next Special Dividend Might Come
Published: June 27, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) is a retail titan that's rewarded shareholders handsomely over the past several years.
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Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: June 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Costco (COST) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Costco vs. BJ's Wholesale: Which Membership Retailer Looks Promising?
Published: June 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
COST's global reach and pricing power give it an edge over BJ as both membership retailers push for growth.
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Costco's E-Commerce Sales Surge: A Dark Horse Growth Engine?
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
COST's e-commerce sales soar 15.7% in Q3, fueled by site traffic gains, BNPL rollout and logistics expansion.
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Robinhood: Becoming The Costco Of Financial Services (Rating Upgrade)
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I'm upgrading Robinhood to bullish, impressed by its robust growth, high margins, and expanding customer base of 25.9 million. HOOD's strategic initiatives—Robinhood Gold, new trading tools, and acquisitions—are driving sustained profitability, market share gains, and product ecosystem expansion. Despite regulatory and cybersecurity risks, HOOD's strong financials, buybacks, and projected EPS growth make it a compelling long-term investment.
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About Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)
- IPO Date 1986-07-09
- Website https://www.costco.com
- Industry Discount Stores
- CEO Ron M. Vachris
- Employees 333000