Is Costco Stock a Long-Term Buy?

Costco has steadily grown its same-store sales and net income over time. It continues to open new warehouse locations, indicating robust demand.

The Motley Fool • 11 hours ago

Costco Q1 Earnings: Nice Double Beat But Not Enough Growth

Costco Wholesale released its fiscal first quarter earnings Thursday. The company beat analyst expectations for revenue as well as earnings, but the stock fell post-market anyway. Part of the problem may have been a slowdown in comparable store sales growth.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 13, 2025

These Analysts Increase Their Forecasts On Costco After Better-Than-Expected Q1 Results

Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ: COST) reported better-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 after the bell on Thursday.

Benzinga • Dec 12, 2025

Costco's Business Has Been Booming. But Its Stock Has Lagged the Market in 2025.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) posted better-than-expected results as its e-commerce business boomed and revenue from membership fees increased.

Investopedia • Dec 12, 2025

Costco posts strong Q1 results as digital sales surge

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST, XETRA:CTO) reported an 8% rise in first-quarter revenue on Thursday aftermarket, lifted by robust digital engagement and steady traffic, while membership fees climbed and the retailer continued to aggressively expand its warehouse footprint. Revenue for the quarter ended November 24 rose to $67.3 billion, topping analysts' estimates by about $200 million.

Proactive Investors • Dec 12, 2025

Costco Stock Brushes Off Quarterly Win; Analysts Chime In

Costco Wholesale Corp   (NASDAQ:COST) stock is 1.7% lower to trade at $869.90 at last glance, despite the warehouse club retailer reporting an earnings and revenue beat for the fiscal first quarter.

Schaeffers Research • Dec 12, 2025

Costco Q1 2026: 48x Earnings For Single-Digit Growth? The Math Doesn't Add Up

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) remains a world-class retailer with a uniquely resilient, low-margin, high-volume business model and strong member loyalty. Q1 2026 results were robust: revenue up 8.2% to $66B, EPS $4.50, and comps up 6.4%, though growth rates are decelerating versus tough prior-year comps. Despite a pullback to a 48x PE, COST's valuation remains stretched, limiting near-term upside and offering little margin of safety for new buyers.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 12, 2025

Costco Smashes Holiday Pie Sales, Black Friday Records

Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ: COST) broke records for pie sales this Thanksgiving season, in addition to non-food Black Friday online orders, executives said Thursday on the company's conference call.

Benzinga • Dec 12, 2025

Costco Beats Q1 Earnings Estimates With 6.4% Comparable Sales Growth

COST tops Q1 earnings estimates on 6.4% comp sales growth, strong membership gains and e-commerce momentum.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 12, 2025

The Best Holiday Present You Can Give Yourself? Costco Stock

Costco NASDAQ: COST is a fantastic buy-and-hold stock for 2026, sustaining industry-leading growth and solid margins despite macroeconomic headwinds and shifting consumer habits. It's also a great last-minute addition to 2026 portfolios, as it trades near a strong support target in mid-December, which limits the downside risks while catalysts are at hand.

MarketBeat • Dec 12, 2025