Consumer Defensive -
Discount Stores - NASDAQ - US
$ 908.13
-0.911 %
$ 403 B
Market Cap
52.98
P/E
1. INTRINSIC VALUE
Balance Sheet
Costco Wholesale Corporation
| Current Assets | 34.2 B |
| Cash & Short-Term Investments | 11.1 B |
| Receivables | 2.72 B |
| Other Current Assets | 20.4 B |
| Non-Current Assets | 35.6 B |
| Long-Term Investments | 0 |
| PP&E | 31.6 B |
| Other Non-Current Assets | 3.94 B |
| Current Liabilities | 35.5 B |
| Accounts Payable | 19.4 B |
| Short-Term Debt | 103 M |
| Other Current Liabilities | 15.9 B |
| Non-Current Liabilities | 10.7 B |
| Long-Term Debt | 8.17 B |
| Other Non-Current Liabilities | 2.58 B |
EFFICIENCY
Earnings Waterfall
Costco Wholesale Corporation
| Revenue | 254 B |
| Cost Of Revenue | 222 B |
| Gross Profit | 32.1 B |
| Operating Expenses | 22.8 B |
| Operating Income | 9.28 B |
| Other Expenses | 1.92 B |
| Net Income | 7.37 B |
RATIOS
FREE CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
Free Cash Flow Analysis
Costco Wholesale Corporation
| Net Income | 7.37 B |
| Depreciation & Amortization | 2.24 B |
| Capital Expenditures | -4.71 B |
| Stock-Based Compensation | 818 M |
| Change in Working Capital | 611 M |
| Others | 1.05 B |
| Free Cash Flow | 6.63 B |
Wall Street Analysts Price Targets
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Wall Street analysts predict an average 1-year price target for COST of $909 , with forecasts ranging from
a
low of
$580 to a high of $1.14 K.
COST Lowest Price Target
Wall Street Target
580 USD
-36.13%
COST Average Price Target
Wall Street Target
909 USD
0.14%
COST Highest Price Target
Wall Street Target
1.14 K USD
24.98%
4. DIVIDEND
ANALYSIS
0.00%
DIVIDEND YIELD
1.16 USD
DIVIDEND PER SHARE
5. COMPETITION
6. Ownership
Insider Ownership
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Sold
0-3 MONTHS
5.98 M USD 4
3-6 MONTHS
3.78 M USD 3
6-9 MONTHS
13.5 M USD 9
9-12 MONTHS
1.83 M USD 2
Bought
0 USD 0
0-3 MONTHS
0 USD 0
3-6 MONTHS
0 USD 0
6-9 MONTHS
0 USD 0
9-12 MONTHS
7. News
Costco (COST) Registers a Bigger Fall Than the Market: Important Facts to Note
In the closing of the recent trading day, Costco (COST) stood at $908.13, denoting a -0.91% change from the preceding trading day.
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- 1 week ago
Retail analyst Dana Telsey talks retail winners and losers amid tariffs
Dana Telsey, Telsey Advisory Group CEO, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the impact of tariffs on retail stocks.
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- 1 week ago
Is it Too Late to Invest in Costco After a 29% Gain in the Past Year?
Costco's stellar run may not be over, but investors must weigh its premium price against long-term growth potential.
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- 1 week ago
Jim Cramer Recommends Playing Defense Amid Trump Tariff Rout—This Is The Game Plan
It isn't all too often that Jim Cramer looks quite choked up on television. While he didn't start yelling on air as he did in the months leading up to the great stock market crash of 2008 (which was great timing by Jim), Cramer said he felt “like a sucker” as he sat down with CNN to discuss the extreme stock market selling that followed President Trump's Liberation Day.
247wallst.com
- 1 week ago
Costco Becomes a Safe Haven Stock
Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ: COST) stock is 3% lower over the past five days.
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- 1 week ago
What Does Trump's Tariff Hike Mean for Consumer Goods Investors?
This past week, President Donald Trump announced his full plan for tariffs on imports -- a list of duties varying by country that could make a wide range of goods pricier for U.S. companies and consumers. Stocks sank in the session following the news, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq even posted their worst performances since 2020.
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- 1 week ago
2 Soaring Stocks to Hold for the Next 20 Years
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite indexes have declined about 8% and 14%, respectively, so far this year. Concerns about soaring tariffs, sticky inflation, and elevated interest rates have driven many investors away from stocks and toward more predictable income investments.
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- 1 week ago
Where Will Costco Be in 1 Year?
It seems no matter what time frame you use, shares of Costco Wholesale (COST -5.11%) outperform the broader market. The business has been a huge winner over the long term.
fool.com
- 1 week ago
Value Shoppers Still Show Up, But Costco's Growth Hits Speed Bump
Costco Wholesale Corp COST has been in focus with tariffs expected to have the worst impact on apparel and home furnishings.
benzinga.com
- 1 week ago
8 Stores With Prices Lower Than Walmart Where You Can Shop Smarter Today
President Trump is planning to unveil new tariffs today, April 2, 2025. Economists predict that these tariffs will affect everything from groceries to car prices. With Americans already reeling from high prices at the grocery store, finding lower grocery prices may have a significant impact on your wallet. Economists predict the groceries that are likely to be the most impacted include fruits and vegetables imported from other countries, maple syrup, avocados, and imported alcohol such as beer, whiskey, and tequila. Walmart may be known for discount prices, but it’s not the only store that offers consumers great value. At 24/7 Wall St., we took a deep dive to find eight discount grocers across the country that can compete, or even go lower than Walmart’s prices. Read on for where you can find the best deals in your area. (This article was updated on April 2, 2025, to reflect recent economic news regarding the rising cost of products after President Trump’s newly imposed tariffs.) Why We’re Covering This Now Economists warn that already high grocery prices will continue to rise under President Trump’s new tariff plans. No one wants to break the bank when it comes to shopping for groceries and other everyday items. This is especially true today, as inflation is on the rise and prices are higher than ever (especially groceries!) But even though Walmart offers competitive low prices, you might not always be getting the best deals. 8. Market Basket Market Basket offers a lot of value for its customer base. Location: Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island Number of Locations: 95 Known for: Being one of the least expensive groceries in the New England area, with a “more for your dollar” slogan Best things to buy: New England fish items like clams, fresh seafood, maple syrup, pears, apples More in Your Basket There is something special about Market Basket pricing. According to a recent study, Market Basket’s pricing was 18% lower than that of other Boston-area groceries. This study found that a family spending $250 per week on groceries could save as much as $2,300 annually by shopping at Market Basket. The privately owned business heavily focuses on keeping prices down, which has helped Market Basket earn a reputation as one of the cheapest grocery stores in the U.S. 7. Food 4 Less Food 4 Less is more than living up to its name. Location: California, Illinois, Indiana Number of locations: 101 Known for: A no-frills grocery store where customers bag their groceries Best things to buy: Organic orange juice, cage-free brown eggs, vegetable chips, and organic creamy peanut butter A Kroger Brand Food 4 Less is backed by its parent company, Kroger. Located in just four states, the Kroger-owned Food 4 Less brand is quickly becoming a go-to choice for customers looking for inexpensive groceries. These locations sell dry goods, canned goods, baking supplies, and organic and non-organic produce for less. The same can be said for health and beauty items, though Walmart has a larger selection overall. 6. H-E-B H-E-B is a bona fide Texas staple. Location: Texas and Mexico Number of locations: 400 Known for: Being region-specific to just Texas, with 380 stores in Texas and a few dozen in Mexico Best things to buy: Whataburger sauces, Texas-branded products, Taste of San Antonio, fajitas, tortillas, and more Better in Texas H-E-B offers food items you can’t find at your local Walmart. As Texans believe everything is better in Texas, this might be true if you shop at a H-E-B grocery store. Considered one of the best privately owned groceries in the country, H-E-B pricing compares very well to Walmart while offering things you can’t get at any Walmart location. However, where H-E-B truly wins is its low-priced yet outstanding quality meats and produce, which Walmart cannot match. 5. Lidl Lidl is attempting to enter the US market. Location: Eastern U.S. Number of locations: 185 Known for: Fantastic selection of low-price items, including store-brand items, which account for 80% of the store’s inventory Best things to buy: Seafood and dairy, organic meats, organic fruits and vegetables, dairy products, and fair-trade chocolates Store-Branded Everything With its competitive pricing, Lidl will grow quickly in the US. Another international brand trying to carve out a niche in the United States, Lidl is already well on its way to success. With 185 stores and growing, Lidl beats out Walmart in the idea that over 80% of the items in Lidl stores are store-branded. This means they are cheaper than brand-name items and even cheaper than Walmart’s private-label brands. Ultimately, Lidl is cheaper and healthier with grass-fed meats, organic fruits and vegetables, and organic dairy products. 4. WinCo Foods WinCo Foods is a surprisingly delightful place to shop due to its pricing. Location: Western U.S. Number of locations: 141 Known for: Midwest-based employee-owned grocery store with more than 20,000 employees Best things to buy: Boxed foods, dairy products, and bulk cheeses are said to save customers a lot of money The Midwest Surprise You won’t be disappointed with the price when you enter WinCo Foods. With only 141 employee-owned locations in the Midwest, many Americans can’t walk into a WinCo Foods store. However, for those who can, the bulk purchase area in its stores can be vastly cheaper than Walmart. Everything from Arizona Iced Tea, soft drinks, eggs, spices, smoked and grilled items, and barbecue charcoal is cheaper than at Walmart. This is a testament to the employee-owned nature of WinCo Foods, as they are focused on inexpensive pricing and not driving big profits. 3. Costco Shopping at Costco offers a unique experience compared to Walmart. Location: Throughout the U.S. Number of locations: 627 Known for: Bulk purchases, exclusive items under the Kirkland brand, regional inventory Best things to buy: Frozen foods, lunch items, fresh food, baking, and cooking essentials Buying In Bulk Buying in bulk at Costco can be much less expensive than at Walmart. Costco’s pricing can be better than Walmart’s in multiple categories if you like to stock up on items simultaneously. It’s widely considered cheaper to purchase fresh food and frozen foods, and even some staples like milk and eggs can be less expensive at Costco. However, when you buy in bulk, Costco shines. Even though you will pay more upfront, you’ll restock less, which makes things like paper towels and toilet paper less expensive than Walmart. 2. Aldi Aldi beats Walmart in price in multiple categories, such as daily food staples. Location: 40 states throughout the U.S. Number of locations: 2,489 Known for: No-frills shopping experience with numerous private-label products Best things to buy: German foods, baking ingredients, basic food staples, pre-cooked frozen foods The German Giant Aldi offers a no-frills grocery shopping experience. Aldi is expected to have close to 3,200 locations by 2028, making it a formidable competitor to Walmart’s grocery business. Compared to Walmart, there is an expectation that you should be able to walk out of Aldi for at least a few dollars less than you would spend at Walmart if you took a list of the same items. Fans of the brand love it for basic food staples like milk and eggs, as well as foreign food items you can’t get at Walmart. 1. Target Target’s house brands are competitively priced compared to Walmart’s. Location: Throughout the U.S. Number of locations: 1,978 Known for: High-quality, low-priced items across food, clothing, beauty, and more Best things to buy: Up & Up cleaning products, deal-worthy essentials Walmart’s Biggest Competitor Target is consistently looking to beat Walmart’s pricing. When you think of Walmart and competition, it goes without saying that Target is at the very top of the list. While Walmart is generally considered the less expensive of the two, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of items where Target beats Walmart, including bottled water and house-branded cleaning supplies. In many cases, Target’s Cat & Jack brand also offers better pricing for kids’ clothing. The post 8 Stores With Prices Lower Than Walmart Where You Can Shop Smarter Today appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..
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- 1 week ago
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To navigate the volatility the year may bring, blue-chip retail stocks like WMT, COST and HD offer a blend of stability and growth.
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- 1 week ago
Is Costco a Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?
Costco (COST 1.25%) has delivered fantastic growth in recent years thanks to its ability to offer customers bargain prices on everything from food to gas. The warehouse giant has seen annual revenue soar more than 50% over the past five years to $254 billion, and the stock price has followed, advancing more than 200%.
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- 1 week ago
8. Profile
Summary
Costco Wholesale Corporation COST
COUNTRY
US
INDUSTRY
Discount Stores
MARKET CAP
$ 403 B
Dividend Yield
0.00%
Description
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.
Contact
999 Lake Drive, Issaquah, WA, 98027
https://www.costco.com
IPO
Date
July 9, 1986
Employees
333000
Officers
Sheri Flies
Senior Vice President of Global Sustainability & Compliance
Mr. Pierre Riel
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of International Division
Mr. Javier Polit
Executive Vice President and CI&DO of Information Systems
Mr. John Sullivan
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Mr. Ron M. Vachris
President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
Mr. Russell D. Miller
Senior EVice President and Chief Operating Officer of Warehouse Operations - U.S. & Mexico
Mr. David Sherwood
Vice President of Finance & Investor Relations
Peter Gruening
Senior Vice President of Membership, Marketing & Member Service Centers
Mr. Gary Millerchip
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Patrick J. Callans
Executive Vice President of Administration