PriceSmart Reports 10.6% Net Merchandise Sales Growth in Q1

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

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Source: Newsfilter

Updated: Jan 07 2026

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Significant Sales Growth: PriceSmart's net merchandise sales reached $1.35 billion in Q1, reflecting a 10.6% year-over-year increase, indicating strong market demand in Latin America and the Caribbean, which further solidifies its market position.
Revenue Increase: Total revenues rose by 9.9% to $1.38 billion compared to $1.26 billion in the same period last year, showcasing the company's ongoing expansion in the membership warehouse business and an expanding customer base.
Enhanced Profitability: The company reported a 7.3% increase in net income to $40.2 million, with diluted earnings per share at $1.29, demonstrating positive progress in cost control and operational efficiency improvements.
New Club Plans: PriceSmart plans to open its tenth warehouse club in Costa Rica, anticipated to launch in fall 2026, which will increase its total number of clubs to 60, further enhancing its competitive edge in the Central American market.

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About PSMT

PriceSmart, Inc. owns and operates United States-style membership shopping warehouse clubs in Latin America and the Caribbean, selling merchandise and services. The Company operates 55 warehouse clubs in 12 countries and one United States territory (10 in Colombia; nine in Costa Rica; seven in Panama; six in Guatemala; five in the Dominican Republic; four each in Trinidad and El Salvador; three in Honduras; two each in Nicaragua and Jamaica; and one each in Aruba, Barbados and the United States Virgin Islands). Its products include groceries, home, liquor, beer and wine, health and beauty, babies, pets, electronics, hardware and home improvement, the outdoors, small appliances, jewelry and watches and furniture. Its groceries include dairy and eggs, oils, baking and condiments, and beverages. Its home includes cleaning supplies, household paper products, laundry supplies, and home decor. Its health and beauty include skin care, oral care, hair care, and personal grooming.

About the author

Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.