Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)

US — Consumer Defensive Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol COST
  • Rev/Share 605.4086
  • Book/Share 61.0981
  • PB 15.9563
  • Debt/Equity 0.3016
  • CurrentRatio 1.0152
  • ROIC 0.2002

 

  • MktCap 432345727300.0
  • FreeCF/Share 16.4813
  • PFCF 59.0878
  • PE 55.1848
  • Debt/Assets 0.1084
  • DivYield 0.0049
  • 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: Tariffs Imply A Mistimed Membership Fee Hike - My Contrarian View
COST
Published: May 27, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Tariffs may not impact all companies equally; Costco's unique business model could mitigate typical margin pressures. Costco's upcoming Q3 2025 earnings will reveal how the membership fee hike affects renewal rates amid consumer cost concerns. Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, Costco raised its dividend by 12%, signaling confidence in its financial strength.

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What Analysts Think of Costco Stock Ahead of Earnings
COST
Published: May 26, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

Costco Wholesale (COST) is set to report its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025 after the closing bell on Thursday, with analysts generally bearing bullish ratings on the stock but not expecting substantial share-price gains.

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Trump's New Tariffs, Nvidia, Salesforce, Costco, and More to Watch This Week
COST, CRM, NVDA
Published: May 25, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Negative

Markets will be digesting Trumps new tariff threats, while Dell, Autozone, Macy's, and more report earnings. Plus, economic data on consumers and home prices.

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Cramer's week ahead: Earnings from Nvidia, Dell, Costco and Salesforce
COST, CRM, DELL, NVDA
Published: May 23, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral

CNBC's Jim Cramer on Friday guided investors through next week on Wall Street, saying quarterly reports from Nvidia, Costco, Dell and Salesforce have the potential to move their respective sectors and the rest of the market. He also warned that stocks' performance can depend on action from President Donald Trump.

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Costco Stock at $1K: Dominance or Danger Zone?
COST
Published: May 23, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

Costco Wholesale Corporation NASDAQ: COST recently saw its stock price decisively surpass the notable $1,000 per share threshold, a significant milestone for the retail giant. The most recent transit across the $1000 line seems to be holding steady, underscoring the company's sustained operational strength and significant market presence.

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Versace: Fed Still Has Things to Digest, COST & MRVL Stocks to Watch
MRVL, COST
Published: May 19, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Neutral

Chris Versace joins Diane King Hall at the NYSE to chew through the macro headlines weighing on equities. From the Moody's credit downgrade to Fed speakers, Chris says the U.S. central bank "still has things to digest" as investors look for rate cut guidance.

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is a Trending Stock
COST
Published: May 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Costco (COST) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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China Trade Progress: Market Booms On News, Who Will Benefit?
ADM, AMLP, AMZN, CICOF, CICOY, COST, CVX, EPD, ET, HPGLY, MLPX, NUE, NVDA, SMH, SOXX, STLD, VHT, WMT, XOM, ZIM
Published: May 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The U.S. and China agreed to reduce tariffs on each other's goods for 90 days, boosting global equity markets and easing trade tensions. U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will drop from 145% to 30%, while China will cut tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%. The tariff reductions are expected to lower input costs, alleviate supply chain pressures, and enhance cross-border commerce in key industries.

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Costco Delivers Decent April Comparable Sales Performance
COST
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Costco's comparable sales for April increase 4.4%. Its distinctive membership business model and pricing power set it apart from traditional players.

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Costco Members 'Consolidate' Shopping at Warehouse Club As They Seek Value
COST
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral

Costco's sales rose 7% year-over-year in April as analysts said members did more of their shopping at its warehouses.

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Why Target is losing out against competitors Walmart and Costco
COST, WMT
Published: May 07, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative

Target has made operational mistakes and faced backlash over its rollback of DEI initiatives, leading shoppers to choose rivals like Costco and Walmart.

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Is Costco (COST) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
COST
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Costco (NASDAQ: COST) Price Prediction and Forecast (May 2025)
COST
Published: May 06, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of Costco Wholesale Corporation ( NASDAQ: COST ) gained 11.21% over the past month, largely mirroring the NASDAQ's bounce-back over the same period.

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Costco Stock Trading at a Premium: Should You Restrain Buying COST?
COST
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Costco remains fundamentally strong, but with stretched valuations and limited near-term upside, holding may be wiser than buying at current highs.

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Morgan Stanley's Gutman: Walmart and Costco are well positioned for recession
COST, WMT
Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

Simeon Gutman, Morgan Stanley retail analyst, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the tariff impact for retailers.

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Is Trending Stock Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) a Buy Now?
COST
Published: May 02, 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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There's Still Time for Investors to Take Advantage of These 2 Dividend Raises From Top Retail Stocks
COST, TJX
Published: May 01, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

What could be better than a big sale at your favorite retail store? That's right -- a meaty dividend raise from one of your favorite retail stocks.

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Is Costco Stock a Long-Term Buy?
COST
Published: May 01, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Costco (COST 0.33%) has been an outstanding holding for investors. In the past 40 years, shares have climbed 14,540%, crushing the S&P 500 index.

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Prediction: Costco Will Become a Leading Dividend Stock
COST
Published: April 30, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Costco (NASDAQ:COST) is poised to become a leading dividend stock, driven by its consistent dividend history, robust growth, and a business model that ensures sustainable payouts.

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3 Industry Behemoths Are Rewarding Investors With Dividend Bumps
COST, JNJ, NDAQ
Published: April 28, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

In a market where investors are increasingly seeking stability and reliable returns, several industry giants have stepped up with significant dividend increases. Johnson & Johnson NYSE: JNJ, Costco Wholesale NASDAQ: COST, and NASDAQ NASDAQ: NDAQ have each announced meaningful hikes to their quarterly payouts, reinforcing their commitment to shareholder value even amid broader market volatility.

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4 Retail Discount Stocks to Watch as Industry Juggles Tariff Woes
BURL, COST, DG, TGT
Published: April 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Better pricing, effective inventory management and operational initiatives are likely to drive Retail-Discount Stores companies. COST, TGT, DG and BURL look well-placed.

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CNBC's 2025 Stock Draft: Reality star Austen Kroll picks Costco in first-round
COST
Published: April 24, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Reality star Austen Kroll, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss his stock pick.

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Costco Just Hiked Its Dividend By Double-Digit Rates. Time to Buy?
COST
Published: April 24, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

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Lumicera Partners with Costco Pharmacy to Deliver Cost-Plus Specialty Pharmacy, Extending Commitment to Drive Value through Better Pricing and Unmatched Patient Support
COST
Published: April 24, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

MADISON, Wis. & ISSAQUAH, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lumicera Health Services, a specialty pharmacy solutions company, today announced a partnership with Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco) (Nasdaq: COST) to expand cost-plus specialty pharmacy in the marketplace and offer a broad spectrum of specialty medications with unmatched patient support, pricing transparency, and clinical expertise. Through this collaboration, commercial employer benefit plan sponsors and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs).

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Costco Stock Analysis: Buy, Hold, or Sell?
COST
Published: April 18, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral

Costco (COST 2.65%) could do relatively well, given its strong relationship with its customers.

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3 Reasons to Buy Costco Stock Like There's No Tomorrow
COST
Published: April 17, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Everybody loves Costco Wholesale (COST 2.15%). Customers love the prices.

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Does Costco's 12% Dividend Hike Make It a Buy Right Now?
COST
Published: April 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Costco Wholesale Corporation COST just gave shareholders a reason to smile, announcing a 12.1% increase in its quarterly dividend. The move reinforces its appeal among investors looking for both steady income and consistent growth.

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3 Discount Retailers to Watch: DLTR, COST, WMT
DLTR, COST, WMT
Published: April 15, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While stocks have righted themselves in the last week, there is still plenty of uncertainty to go around.

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JPMorgan Calls Costco a 'Clear Market Leader' as March Sales Top Expectations
COST
Published: April 10, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

Costco (COST) on Wednesday reported March sales that topped expectations, and JPMorgan analysts reacted by calling the company a “clear market leader."

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Costco Delivers Impressive March Comparable Sales Performance
COST
Published: April 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Costco's comparable sales for March increase 6.4%. Its distinctive membership business model and pricing power set it apart from traditional players.

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About Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)

  • IPO Date 1986-07-09
  • Website https://www.costco.com
  • Industry Discount Stores
  • CEO Mr. Ron M. Vachris
  • Employees 333000

Costco Wholesale Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation of membership warehouses in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Japan, Korea, Australia, Spain, France, Iceland, China, and Taiwan. It offers branded and private-label products in a range of merchandise categories. The company offers sundries, dry groceries, candies, coolers, freezers, liquor, and tobacco and deli products; appliances, electronics, health and beauty aids, hardware, garden and patio products, 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. It also operates pharmacies, opticals, food courts, hearing-aid centers, and tire installation centers, as well as 636 gas stations; and offers business delivery, travel, same-day grocery, and various other services online in various countries. As of August 29, 2021, the company operated 815 membership warehouses, including 564 in the United States and Puerto Rico, 105 in Canada, 39 in Mexico, 30 in Japan, 29 in the United Kingdom, 16 in South Korea, 14 in Taiwan, 12 in Australia, 3 in Spain, 1 in Iceland, 1 in France, and 1 in China. It also operates e-commerce websites in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Australia. 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.