Consumer Defensive -
Discount Stores - NASDAQ - US
$ 987.02
0.474 %
$ 438 B
Market Cap
55.92
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 $971 , with forecasts ranging from
a
low of
$800 to a high of $1.14 K.
COST Lowest Price Target
Wall Street Target
800 USD
-18.95%
COST Average Price Target
Wall Street Target
971 USD
-1.59%
COST Highest Price Target
Wall Street Target
1.14 K USD
14.99%
4. DIVIDEND
ANALYSIS
0.11%
DIVIDEND YIELD
1.3 USD
DIVIDEND PER SHARE
5. COMPETITION
6. Ownership
Insider Ownership
Costco Wholesale Corporation
Sold
0-3 MONTHS
9.5 M USD 4
3-6 MONTHS
5.98 M USD 4
6-9 MONTHS
7.7 M USD 4
9-12 MONTHS
10.8 M USD 8
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 Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
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.
fool.com
- 3 days ago
Lululemon Sues Costco Over Alleged Knockoff Activewear
Lululemon alleges that Costco is selling knockoff versions of its activewear under the warehouse-club chain's Kirkland private-label brand.
wsj.com
- 5 days ago
Why Elon Musk is upset with Trump's tax bill, Lululemon sues Costco
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.
youtube.com
- 5 days ago
Lululemon sues Costco. Here's what we know
CNBC's Courtney Reagen joins 'Money Movers' to discuss Lululemon's lawsuit against Costco.
youtube.com
- 5 days ago
3 Safe Buy-and-Hold Dividend Stocks With Strong Balance Sheets
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marketbeat.com
- 6 days ago
These Charlie Munger Favorites Are Still Worth Owning in 2025
The late great Charlie Munger really played a huge role in shaping Warren Buffett's investment philosophy over the decades.
247wallst.com
- 6 days ago
Should I buy a car for freedom when Uber is cheaper and I work from home?
Many younger Americans are opting to forego car ownership in the era of ride-hailing. It’s not just costly to buy or finance a new vehicle in this tough inflation-plagued economy, but car insurance, gas (or charges if you’re using an electric vehicle), regular maintenance, oil changes, tolls, and parking (as well as the occasional ticket) really do add up. And while you can Uber (or Lyft) to most places in the city, one does forgo a bit of freedom to go on those spontaneous road trips or bulk hauls over at the local Costco. Indeed, with grocery delivery becoming the new norm for many young families and ride-hailing the new way to get around, I’d argue that the most economically viable move is to stick with ride-hailing rather than vehicle ownership. At the end of the day, it’s nice and flashy to have your own car, but it’s a liability and a very expensive one to park in your garage. While lifestyle should definitely play a major role in one’s decision to buy or keep ride-sharing, I do think that it’s just far more convenient to stick with ride-hailing apps than head on over to the local dealership to purchase something that could cost you a ton of phantom expenses and easily push you over your monthly budget. Key Points Owning a car is too expensive for many young Americans. Ubering remains the cost-effective way to go. If you have young children who need car seats or boosters, owning a car often outweighs relying on Uber to go everywhere. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don’t waste another minute; get started by clicking here.(Sponsor) It’s not just cheaper to Uber (or Lyft). It saves a great deal of time as well. Indeed, it’s not just the sticker price of a vehicle that can sink an otherwise sound budget, but all the unexpected costs that arise over time. Negative cash flows, especially the ones that come from left field, may not just come with high opportunity costs, but they could cost a great deal in time (sitting around getting those tires rotated or those windshield chip repairs every couple of months). As the old saying goes, time is money. And for those who have an Uber One subscription, there’s ample cash to be saved by skipping car ownership and catching a ride or getting food delivered from your favorite restaurant. When it makes sense to own your own car rather than Ubering everywhere Indeed, for the many folks who work from home, there’s no morning commute to worry about, so the case for car ownership, I think, is a fairly weak one since most people own a car for transportation to and from work. With the rise of remote and hybrid work, one may need to show up to the office every now and then, but perhaps not often enough to make car ownership worthwhile. For a remote worker, I’d argue that the biggest reason for owning a car is not for road trips, as you could easily rent a car (believe it or not, Uber offers such services) for a few days if you’re keen on travelling state to state. It’s for those with large families and lots of children. Indeed, if you need to get a car seat or two attached for the baby, it can be pretty inconvenient to hail an Uber. Additionally, all those karate practices, swim lessons, drives to school, and more are something that would make an investment in a car worth the while. For an individual without children, I’d say sticking with Ubering is the best move. It’ll save you time, money, and won’t limit your freedom by too much, given that car rental services can fill in the gap for those who seek greater freedom to travel. However, if there’s a growing family, I’d say it just makes sense to consider buying a car for the sake of practicality. So, in short, I don’t think it’s a good idea to buy a car versus ride-sharing for a remote worker unless there are children who need rides. The costs of car ownership (even a used, budget one) are hefty, and they may not be worth the extra “freedom” they provide.The post Should I buy a car for freedom when Uber is cheaper and I work from home? appeared first on 24/7 Wall St..
https://247wallst.com
- 6 days ago
SFM & 3 Retail Stocks Holding Strong as Consumer Confidence Slips
As consumer confidence dips, SFM and three retail peers stand tall with strong models, loyal shoppers and solid growth outlooks.
zacks.com
- 1 week ago
How Did International Comps Boost Costco's Q3 Growth Story?
COST's Q3 comp sales surge 8%, with its Other International segment outpacing the United States and Canada on growth and ticket gains.
zacks.com
- 1 week ago
Lululemon is accusing Costco of ripping off its chinos and yoga jackets
Lululemon is going after Costco, saying it ripped off its chinos and yoga jackets. The athleisure brand filed a lawsuit on Friday, saying Costco had created "confusingly similar" dupes.
businessinsider.com
- 1 week ago
Think Costco Wholesale Is Expensive? This Chart Might Change Your Mind.
Warehouse retailer Costco Wholesale (COST 0.25%) may sell goods at affordable prices, but the stock is pretty expensive. Costco investors have pocketed a total return of 2,320% over the last 15 years, leaving the S&P 500 index far behind at a 663% gain.
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- 1 week ago
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- 1 week ago
8. Profile
Summary
Costco Wholesale Corporation COST
COUNTRY
US
INDUSTRY
Discount Stores
MARKET CAP
$ 438 B
Dividend Yield
0.11%
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
Mr. Gary Millerchip
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Mr. John Sullivan
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Mr. Javier Polit
Executive Vice President and CI&DO of Information Systems
Mr. Pierre Riel
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of International Division
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
Sheri Flies
Senior Vice President of Global Sustainability & Compliance
Mr. Ron M. Vachris
President, Chief Executive Officer & Director
Peter Gruening
Senior Vice President of Membership, Marketing & Member Service Centers
Mr. Patrick J. Callans
Executive Vice President of Administration