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Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)

951.45

-14.14 (1.46%)

as of Jun 18, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 18, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 51 opinions in the last 12 months.

Costco Wholesale Corporation, with a stock symbol of COST-Q, is recognized for its robust business model and consistent double-digit growth, making it a favorable choice for long-term investors. Despite its premium valuation, trading at 40-54x PE, many experts highlight Costco's expanding store count and the substantial potential of its membership model. The company benefits from a loyal customer base, particularly through its private-label Kirkland brand, and exhibits strong sales growth, notably in e-commerce and delivery channels. Some experts express concern over high valuations and market dynamics, advocating for patience and the possibility of better entry points, while others reaffirm their commitment to holding the stock long-term due to its resilience and track record of compounded returns. Overall, Costco is viewed as one of the most reliable businesses in global retail, with the potential for continued market share expansion.

Consensus

Hold

Valuation

Overvalued

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BUY

If Biden wins COST has enough money on its books to pay a huge special dividend. With Biden winning, dividend taxes may rise, which would sput COST to pay their special dividend sooner than later.

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BUY

Part of his Fear Factor portfolio of stocks that will thrive with or without government stimulus during Covid If you must shop in person, Costco has the safest, toughest policies, which demand you wear a mask, plus they offer the widest aisles for social distancing.

STRONG BUY

It reported great numbers yesterday. New customers will stick with them after Covid. Analysts keep underestimating the staying power of these Covid stocks. The stock went down after strong earnings, because analysts are skeptical about the duration of the pandemic. Memberships rise 5% annually. They have excellent managers who pay their staff well. With colder weather, their patio heaters will sell well, he predicts, because Costco sells it cheaper than Amazon. Let's face it: America has royally screwed up controlling the virus, so expects these Covid stocks to endure.

BUY

COST vs. WMT vs. AMZN Good management team, good long-term grower. Strategic, smart decisions. Walmart just jumps around too much. They should stick to their knitting, but instead management is always trying to play catch up in different arenas. But, quite frankly, the one to own in this space is Amazon.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Wait for weakness. They keep delivering strong numbers, but also those are baked into the stock price. It often goes down after the quarterly report, even when it outperforms peers. He's hoping for a special dividend.

TOP PICK

With Covid, we all changed our habits. Has taken a lot of market share from small businesses. People want to shop once, in a big space. Everything's under one roof. Likes the membership plan and services like travel and delivery. Trading at an expensive 36x, but not a lot of businesses are comparable. Yield is 0.82%. (Analysts’ price target is $353.79)

COMMENT

Best retailer to invest in. He would hold off in investing in any of them right now. Large cap retailers are capturing market share and growing revenues. However, it's not going to last forever and the valuation has climbed up very quickly. Longer-term they are great retail franchises but expensive right now.

TOP PICK

A great all-weather company. Revenue has always remained stable going back 20 years. The stock cannot lose. The value proposition for customers is hard to argue. The gross margin is very low compared to peer groups. Retention rates are at 90%. Their e-commerce segment is also growing at 75%. (Analysts’ price target is $336.46)

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WEAK BUY

Sobeys had an 18% increase in earnings even after the extra cost of front line workers. A lot of people are flocking to local supermarkets. As people become more comfortable wearing masks, visits to Costco will become much more meaningful. Longer term this company is effectively a tax on consumption. He prefers other options and would prefer to see this one a little bit cheaper.

TOP PICK

There is more growth coming as people are scared to go to restaurants. They care about their shareholders and there are years and years of growth ahead for their stores. (Analysts’ price target is $319.28)

TOP PICK

A defensive, low-beta name. COST hasn't participated in the current rally, but are a dominant name. Their membership renewal rates rate 90%. Their strategy is to sell high-quality goods at reasonable prices attracts customers. Also, they carry 3,700 items vs. 147,000 items at Walmart, so Costco can leverage their buying power. In a post-pandemic world, retail heavyweights like this will capture more market share. (Analysts’ price target is $319.28)

COMMENT

How does a supply disruption from China effect them? Good question. Costco works on low margins, and makes their money on memberships. So, there are threats here but Costo can adjust as they did during the tariff war. When they open new stores, it drives memberships.

TOP PICK

Great story. Throwing off almost 3.1B of free cash flow, and this continues to grow. Very good recent numbers. Very well run. Thinks about costs very aggressively. House brand has done incredibly well and continues to grow. Will take away market share from the Metros of the world. Yield is 0.93%. (Analysts’ price target is $321.76)

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TOP PICK

Another safe, long-term buy is Costco. Panicked Americans are loading up on toilet paper and paper during this scare--there's other way to describe the sudden reaction to the coronavirus in the U.S. Costco is already a darling of many analysts like Hap Sneddon who sees steady support at $300, though the price target is $308-315. (It's trading on March 6 around $308.) Costco's membership format builds customers loyalty and profits. However, another technical analyst,Javed Mirza, finds support at $280 and $260. The consensus says to buy on a pullback and during current volatility, investors will find that opportunity.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

He used to own it. It's always been a pricey stock, though COST has always found ways to grow. He likes their business model.

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