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High
1010.000
Open
1005.545
VWAP
1.00K
Vol
94.96K
Mkt Cap
442.13B
Low
999.820
Amount
95.31M
EV/EBITDA(TTM)
31.92
Total Shares
443.65M
EV
429.65B
EV/OCF(TTM)
28.62
P/S(TTM)
1.55
Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco) operates membership warehouses and e-commerce sites that offer a selection of nationally branded and private-label products in a wide range of categories. The Company buys the majority of its merchandise directly from suppliers and route it to cross-docking consolidation points (depots) or directly to its warehouses. It operates 891 warehouses, including 614 in the United States and Puerto Rico, 108 in Canada, 40 in Mexico, 35 in Japan, 29 in the United Kingdom, 19 in Korea, 15 in Australia, 14 in Taiwan, seven in China, five in Spain, two in France, and one each in Iceland, New Zealand and Sweden. It also operates e-commerce sites in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia. The Company provides wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services.
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Events Timeline

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2026-03-25
14:30:00
Costco Launches Kirkland Energy Drinks at Lower Price than Celsius
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2026-03-06 (ET)
2026-03-06
16:10:00
U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Miss Expectations, Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
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NASDAQ.COM
9.5
04-01NASDAQ.COM
PinnedCostco's Steady Growth Faces Stock Valuation Risks
  • Significant Membership Growth: Costco's paid membership surged from 44.6 million to 82.1 million, indicating enhanced customer loyalty and market appeal, which lays a solid foundation for future revenue growth.
  • Continued Warehouse Expansion: The global warehouse count increased from 686 to 924, demonstrating strong international expansion capabilities, although the future target of only 28 new warehouses may limit growth potential.
  • Stock Price Discrepancy: Despite a cumulative earnings per share growth of 258% since fiscal 2015, the stock's total return reached 734%, reflecting a high premium on earnings that may face valuation risks in the future.
  • Cautious Future Growth Expectations: Analysts forecast a 12% earnings growth this year and an annual growth of 9.6% thereafter, suggesting that investors should temper their expectations for the next decade, anticipating more modest returns compared to previous years.
NASDAQ.COM
8.5
03-31NASDAQ.COM
PinnedCostco to Launch Stand-Alone Gas Stations to Alleviate Congestion
  • Stand-Alone Gas Station Initiative: Costco plans to launch its first stand-alone gas station in Mission Viejo, California, in June with 40 pumps, aimed at alleviating congestion around its current store locations and enhancing customer experience.
  • Exclusive Member Benefits: The new gas stations will be accessible only to members who pay an annual fee of $65 or $130, likely attracting more consumers seeking gas prices that are $0.10 to $0.30 below the U.S. average, thereby increasing membership and company revenue.
  • Strategic Value Enhancement: As of the end of fiscal year 2025, Costco operated 747 gas stations worldwide, contributing 10% to the company's net revenue, and the introduction of new stations will further solidify its pricing authority and competitive edge in the market.
  • Positive Market Reaction: Costco's stock has risen 15% this year, and although it trades at 48 times forward earnings, the strategy of stand-alone gas stations is viewed positively by shareholders, boosting investor confidence amid geopolitical tensions and recession concerns.
CNBC
8.5
13:03 PMCNBC
Trump's Address Triggers Market Volatility
  • Oil Price Surge: Trump's address indicated that the U.S. would strike Iran
Newsfilter
8.5
12:41 PMNewsfilter
Trump's Address Triggers Market Volatility
  • Market Reaction: Following Trump's address on the Iran conflict, stock futures fell while oil prices surged approximately 8%, indicating market unease about future developments, which could undermine investor confidence.
  • SpaceX IPO Progress: SpaceX has confidentially filed for its IPO, with a projected valuation of $1.75 trillion; if successful, Musk would become the first CEO to run two trillion-dollar companies simultaneously, potentially reshaping market dynamics.
  • Homeland Security Funding Plan: Republican leaders in Congress are backing a two-track funding plan for the Department of Homeland Security, postponing immigration enforcement discussions, which may affect government operational stability, especially before the upcoming holiday.
  • Eli Lilly Drug Approval: Eli Lilly's new GLP-1 pill, Foundayo, has received FDA approval and is set to ship through its direct-to-consumer platform next week, likely intensifying competition with Novo Nordisk and impacting the weight loss drug market landscape.
Fool
4.0
01:06 AMFool
Analysis of Market Impact from Iran War
  • Surging Oil Prices: The ongoing Iran war has led to a significant increase in global oil prices, with approximately 20% of the world's oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in an overall market decline and expected long-term economic impacts.
  • Extended Rebuilding Timeline: The reconstruction of LNG assets is projected to take 3-5 years, and if the conflict persists, this timeline may extend further, posing greater challenges to the global economy.
  • Supply Chain Complexity: The current issues are more complex than mere supply shortages, particularly with Qatar's LNG facilities damaged, leading to uncertain recovery times that could affect production across multiple industries.
  • Investor Sentiment Deterioration: The S&P 500 has dropped about 4% year-to-date, with the fear and greed index falling to 17, indicating a heightened fear among investors regarding future market conditions, which may lead to increased market volatility.
CNBC
8.5
04-01CNBC
Sam's Club Raises Annual Membership Fee by $10
  • Membership Fee Adjustment: Sam's Club announced an increase in its basic membership fee from $50 to $60 and the Plus membership fee from $110 to $120, effective May 1, aimed at supporting services that members love, although still below competitor Costco's pricing.
  • Sales Growth: The U.S. net sales for Sam's Club grew by approximately 3.1% to $93 billion, partly driven by a 23% year-over-year increase in e-commerce sales during the holiday quarter, indicating strong performance in its digital business.
  • Estimated Membership Count: While Sam's Club does not disclose specific membership numbers, it is estimated to exceed 30 million, with a similar proportion of high-tier members as Costco, and the fee increase is expected to boost annual income for parent company Walmart by over $200 million.
  • Enhanced Rewards Program: Under the new fee structure, Plus members will be able to earn up to $750 per year in Sam's Cash rewards on eligible purchases, up from $500 previously, further enhancing the appeal of membership.
Wall Street analysts forecast COST stock price to rise
24 Analyst Rating
Wall Street analysts forecast COST stock price to rise
19 Buy
4 Hold
1 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 0.000
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Low
769.00
Averages
1061
High
1205
Current: 0.000
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Low
769.00
Averages
1061
High
1205
JPMorgan
Overweight
maintain
AI Analysis
2026-03-06
Reason
JPMorgan
Price Target
AI Analysis
2026-03-06
maintain
Overweight
Reason
JPMorgan raised the firm's price target on Costco to $1,060 from $1,050 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm says the company's core story remains intact following the fiscal Q2 report. The "nuts and bolts" of Costco's business "remain strong and intact, with a long unit growth runway," the analyst tells investors in a research note.
BTIG
Bob Drbul
Buy
maintain
2026-03-06
Reason
BTIG
Bob Drbul
Price Target
2026-03-06
maintain
Buy
Reason
BTIG analyst Bob Drbul raised the firm's price target on Costco to $1,125 from $1,115 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares after its Q2 earnings beat. The company's gross margin expanded 17 basis points, driven by 19 basis points of favorable developments in other businesses, while its membership income growth was up 14%, the analyst tells investors in a research note. Costco's traffic and digital trends remained healthy, with comp traffic up 3.1% worldwide, the firm added.
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Valuation Metrics

The current forward P/E ratio for Costco Wholesale Corp (COST.O) is 45.87, compared to its 5-year average forward P/E of 41.33. For a more detailed relative valuation and DCF analysis to assess Costco Wholesale Corp's fair value, Click here.

Forward PE

The forward P/E ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future earnings per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PE
41.33
Current PE
45.87
Overvalued PE
48.30
Undervalued PE
34.35

Forward EV/EBITDA

The forward EV/EBITDA ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's enterprise value (EV) by its estimated future earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average EV/EBITDA
24.81
Current EV/EBITDA
29.80
Overvalued EV/EBITDA
29.42
Undervalued EV/EBITDA
20.20

Forward PS

The forward P/S ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future sales (or revenue) per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PS
1.15
Current PS
1.38
Overvalued PS
1.40
Undervalued PS
0.90

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What is Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) stock price today?

The current price of COST is 1001.285 USD — it has increased 0.47

What is Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)'s business?

Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco) operates membership warehouses and e-commerce sites that offer a selection of nationally branded and private-label products in a wide range of categories. The Company buys the majority of its merchandise directly from suppliers and route it to cross-docking consolidation points (depots) or directly to its warehouses. It operates 891 warehouses, including 614 in the United States and Puerto Rico, 108 in Canada, 40 in Mexico, 35 in Japan, 29 in the United Kingdom, 19 in Korea, 15 in Australia, 14 in Taiwan, seven in China, five in Spain, two in France, and one each in Iceland, New Zealand and Sweden. It also operates e-commerce sites in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia. The Company provides wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services.

What is the price predicton of COST Stock?

Wall Street analysts forecast COST stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for COST is1061 USD with a low forecast of 769.00 USD and a high forecast of 1205 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.

What is Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)'s revenue for the last quarter?

Costco Wholesale Corp revenue for the last quarter amounts to 69.60B USD, increased 9.22

What is Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)'s earnings per share (EPS) for the last quarter?

Costco Wholesale Corp. EPS for the last quarter amounts to 4.58 USD, increased 13.93

How many employees does Costco Wholesale Corp (COST). have?

Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) has 341000 emplpoyees as of April 02 2026.

What is Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) market cap?

Today COST has the market capitalization of 442.13B USD.