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This summary was created by AI, based on 39 opinions in the last 12 months.

The reviews for Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST-Q) indicate a mix of opinions regarding its high valuation, steady growth, and dominance in the retail sector. Some experts believe that while the stock has rallied significantly and the valuation is high, the company's strong business model and potential for long-term growth warrant holding onto the stock. Others express concerns about the high P/E ratio, limited growth prospects, and potential for a correction in the stock's price. Overall, the consensus seems to be that Costco is a solid company with a premium valuation, but there are differing opinions on whether it is currently a good investment.

Consensus
Mixed
Valuation
Fair Value
BUY

Is down 7%, but buy it when it does down. Investors worry over its 50x PE, and their special dividend is behind them, so what will move this stock ahead? Well, it's the #1 retailer in the world.

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HOLD

The biggest problem is that shares have rallied a lot for a long time and the valuation has climbed too high. Don't buy now, especially considering the weak CAD. You could even take some profits.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 07/24, Up 19%)

(Note the short timeframe.)
Chosen on the theme of defensive retailers. Retailers have been mixed since then, but this one's done well. Otherwise, the sector's been steady and showing growth throughout the year.

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HOLD
Trim a 14% position?

Well, that's about his position in this name, which he's been holding since ~$300. Now approaching $1000. He trims, but in a minor way. You'd want to wait for a position to top off.

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HOLD

Excellent company that continues to dominate. Would recommend holding - no reason to sell. Share price not cheap, but company has earned high valuation. Would wait before investing - but if investing - would recommend holding for the long term. 

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

For consumer staples, he likes to stick close to him. A name that's done very well for client portfolios. Not many names are similar, so it can price accordingly; significant leverage in negotiations.

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

It's wrong to think its imported foods will get hit by Trump tariffs. Most of its business is driven by membership fees, and they offer low prices to customers. If this opens weak tomorrow, buy.

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BUY

He doesn't think a recession is around the corner, so he'd favour big-growth COST for continued mid-cycle economic growth in consumer staples.

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HOLD

Has done well. Happy to hold.

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PARTIAL SELL

One of the favourite names in his portfolio, one of his favourite places to go. Fantastic technicals with higher highs and higher lows. Valuation of 53x forward PE is up there, premium for a premium name in its own space. He's trimmed. 10-12% earnings growth rate, which sounds expensive but it has no real competitors, not even WMT.

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DON'T BUY

Spectacular company, huge competitive advantages. Trades at 60x earnings. Problem is there's nothing he knows about COST that everybody else doesn't already know. He's always looking for an edge that the market doesn't have; if he can't find it, he doesn't buy.

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WAIT

Its P/E is high at 50X earnings which used to 36X. It is a dominant player but revenue growth this year is only 5%. It probably goes sideways so wait for a correction.

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STRONG BUY

Was upgraded today. They have amazing e-commerce while Walmart has faded. A top-25 company in the world. Must own.

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BUY

Stay with it. They have the right model for the consumer in this economic climate. A long-term holding for him.

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

Very good business, but the valuation is very high (~50x earnings). Would recommend investors wait before investing. Membership business very strong with excellent product offering. 

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Costco Wholesale Corporation(COST-Q) Rating

Ranking : 5 out of 5

Bullish - Buy Signals / Votes : 20

Neutral - Hold Signals / Votes : 7

Bearish - Sell Signals / Votes : 5

Total Signals / Votes : 32

Stockchase rating for Costco Wholesale Corporation is calculated according to the stock experts' signals. A high score means experts mostly recommend to buy the stock while a low score means experts mostly recommend to sell the stock.

Costco Wholesale Corporation(COST-Q) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Costco Wholesale Corporation stock symbol?

Costco Wholesale Corporation is a American stock, trading under the symbol COST-Q on the NASDAQ (COST). It is usually referred to as NASDAQ:COST or COST-Q

Is Costco Wholesale Corporation a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 32 stock analysts published opinions about COST-Q. 20 analysts recommended to BUY the stock. 5 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst recommendation is . Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Costco Wholesale Corporation.

Is Costco Wholesale Corporation a good investment or a top pick?

Costco Wholesale Corporation was recommended as a Top Pick by on . Read the latest stock experts ratings for Costco Wholesale Corporation.

Why is Costco Wholesale Corporation stock dropping?

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Is Costco Wholesale Corporation worth watching?

32 stock analysts on Stockchase covered Costco Wholesale Corporation In the last year. It is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Costco Wholesale Corporation stock price?

On 2025-01-10, Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST-Q) stock closed at a price of $936.94.