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Costco Wholesale (COST)

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$977.10 USD

977.10
466,647

+8.54 (0.88%)

Updated Aug 7, 2025 10:34 AM ET

Zacks Rank:

This is our short term rating system that serves as a timeliness indicator for stocks over the next 1 to 3 months. How good is it? See rankings and related performance below.

Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.75%
2Buy17.82%
3Hold9.58%
4Sell5.28%
5Strong Sell2.61%
S&P50011.30%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

Style Scores:

The Style Scores are a complementary set of indicators to use alongside the Zacks Rank. It allows the user to better focus on the stocks that are the best fit for his or her personal trading style.

The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

  • Value Score A
  • Growth Score A
  • Momentum Score A
  • VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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D Value A Growth D Momentum C VGM

Industry Rank:

The Zacks Industry Rank assigns a rating to each of the 265 X (Expanded) Industries based on their average Zacks Rank.

An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 41% (100 out of 246)

Industry: Retail - Discount Stores

Zacks News

Zacks Equity Research

Costco to Sell Peloton Bike+ at 300 U.S. Outlets This Holiday Season

COST is set to offer the Peloton Bike+ at 300 U.S. outlets, providing fitness enthusiasts an opportunity to purchase premium equipment at competitive prices.

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How Will WMT's Same-Day Pharmacy Delivery Impact Omnichannel Success?

Walmart launches same-day pharmacy delivery, merging prescription medication and general merchandise deliveries into a single seamless experience.

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Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

Costco (COST) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Shopify and Avis Budget have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day

Shopify and Avis Budget have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day.

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4 Retail Stocks to Buy as Consumer Spending Stays Strong

September's retail sales growth offers an opportunity to invest in stocks - ANF, COST, CMG & CHWY - which are likely to benefit from improved consumer activity.

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BURL Stock Falls 9% From 52-Week High: Thinking of Buying the Dip?

Burlington stands out due to its growth strategies and positive market sentiment. Attractive valuation enhances its appeal in the retail sector.

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WD-40 Q4 Earnings Miss, Maintenance Product Sales Rise 12% Y/Y

WDFC experience a strong sales momentum across all trade regions in fourth-quarter fiscal 2024, setting it up for continued success in fiscal 2025.

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Why This 1 Value Stock Could Be a Great Addition to Your Portfolio

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

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Costco (COST) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts

In the closing of the recent trading day, Costco (COST) stood at $889.56, denoting a +0.48% change from the preceding trading day.

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Is Costco Stock a Buy, Hold or Sell Post-September Sales Results?

Costco has positioned itself to meet the demands of price-conscious consumers by offering quality products at competitive prices.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Costco, TJX, Ross Stores and Burlington

Costco, TJX, Ross Stores and Burlington are part of the Zacks top Analyst Blog.

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4 Discount Retail Stocks to Invest In Ahead of Holiday Season

Discount retailers such as COST, TJX, ROST and BURL thrive during the holiday season as they offer a wide range of products at competitive prices.

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Is BURL Stock a Buy, Hold or Sell at a P/E Multiple of 28.6x?

Burlington Stores aims to boost merchandising, efficiency, store optimization and supply chain effectiveness in a challenging retail environment.

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4 Retail Stocks to Buy Now for Strong Holiday Season Gains

Retailers such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Costco, Burlington Stores and Boot Barn look well-poised to tap consumer demand in the holiday season.

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Albertsons Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Loyalty Members Rise 15% Y/Y

ACI's second-quarter fiscal 2024 results highlight year-over-year growth in members and omnichannel shoppers, supporting digital sales.

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Kroger to Hire 25,000 Associates for Seasonal & Long-Term Roles

KR's plan to hire more than 25,000 associates demonstrates its commitment to exceptional customer service and long-term career opportunities.

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Are You a Growth Investor? This 1 Stock Could Be the Perfect Pick

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

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Ross Stores Stock Gains 11% in Six Months: What's Next for Investors?

ROST continues to thrive with its value-driven off-price retail model, driving solid growth in sales and customer traffic.

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Costco's Strong September Sales Signal Continued Market Dominance

Costco's distinctive membership business model and pricing power set it apart from traditional players. Comparable sales for September rise 6.7%.

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Are Retail-Wholesale Stocks Lagging Costco Wholesale (COST) This Year?

Here is how Costco (COST) and Carvana (CVNA) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Costco (COST): Should You Buy?

According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in Costco (COST). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts' recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?

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Zacks Value Trader Highlights: Costco Wholesale, CAVA, Eli Lilly, Toll Brothers and Constellation Energy

Costco Wholesale, CAVA, Eli Lilly, Toll Brothers and Constellation Energy are part of the Zacks Value Trader article.

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Stocks Beating the S&P 500 in 2024 (Excluding NVIDIA)

Some say it is "easy" to beat the S&P 500 this year. Tracey picked 5 random hot stocks to test the theory.

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Costco's Membership Dynamics and Pricing Strategies Fuel Performance

A customer-centric approach, strategic pricing, merchandise initiatives and an emphasis on memberships help Costco post consistent sales growth.

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Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Costco (COST) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.