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Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST)

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$1,018.48

$+19.68

(+1.97%)

Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-13 21:18:00

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$452.07B
Open	$1,000.00
High	$1,078.23
Low	$20.42
Previous Close	$998.86
Price Change	$+19.68
Percentage Change	+1.97%
Volume	3M

Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST) Stock Price Today

Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST) is currently trading at $1,018.48 as of 2026-02-13 21:18:00, reflecting a +1.97% move ($+19.68) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +645.21% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, Costco Wholesale Corp. has recorded a -5.42% price change, indicating a weak performance relative to the broader market.

Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, Costco Wholesale Corp. has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the RETAIL-VARIETY STORES sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $1,001.32 to the latest recorded price of $1,018.48, reflecting an intraday change of +1.97%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (2,658,496), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, COST has delivered a +645.21% return over the past month and a -5.42% change in the last 12 months, indicating a weak trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST)?

Founded in 1983, Costco Wholesale now operates a global chain of membership-based warehouse clubs, delivering high-quality goods and services at consistently low prices. As of its most recent fiscal year, Costco operated approximately 910 warehouses, serving more than 80 million members across its three geographic segments: Costco US (approximately 73% of total revenue), Costco Canada (13%), and Costco International (14%).Costco's core value proposition—quality products at unbeatable prices—has yielded consistently strong member renewal rates (93% in the US and Canada and nearly 90% internationally). About 55% of Costco's fiscal 2025 revenue came from its grocery offerings, and another 25% from general merchandise.

Costco Wholesale Corp. Information

Industry	RETAIL-VARIETY STORES
Employees	341,000
Sector	RETAIL-VARIETY STORES
Company Website	https://www.costco.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of Costco Wholesale Corp.?

The latest trading price for Costco Wholesale Corp. (Common Stock) is $ 1,018.48, compared with a previous closing price of $ 998.86. That means the stock has moved +1.97% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for COST can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is Costco Wholesale Corp. stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, COST has returned +645.21% over the past month, +4.00% over the last six months and -5.42% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe weak price momentum for Costco Wholesale Corp. stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does COST currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, Costco Wholesale Corp. has traded between a low of $ 844.06 and a high of $ 1,078.24. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether COST is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is Costco Wholesale Corp. classified by sector and industry?

Costco Wholesale Corp. is classified in the RETAIL-VARIETY STORES sector. In practice, this means Costco Wholesale Corp. is grouped with other companies that serve similar end-markets and operate under comparable competitive and regulatory conditions. For investors, knowing COST’s sector helps with portfolio diversification, peer comparisons, and understanding how broader trends affecting the RETAIL-VARIETY STORES sector could influence Costco Wholesale Corp.’s performance.

5.Where is Costco Wholesale Corp. listed and how large is it by market value?

Costco Wholesale Corp. is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 452.07B, the company is classified as a Mega-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of Costco Wholesale Corp.'s size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

6.What does COST's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 18.70 summarises how much profit Costco Wholesale Corp. has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track Costco Wholesale Corp.'s financial performance over time?

To follow Costco Wholesale Corp.'s financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how COST is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is Costco Wholesale Corp. expected to report earnings?

Costco Wholesale Corp.'s next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for COST, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in Costco Wholesale Corp.'s earnings reports?

Costco Wholesale Corp.'s earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether COST is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about Costco Wholesale Corp.'s results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on Costco Wholesale Corp. by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for COST on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does Costco Wholesale Corp. pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

Costco Wholesale Corp. Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 5.30 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0052 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor COST's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for COST?

Based on the latest earnings data, COST has a dividend yield of 0.0052 and a dividend payout ratio of 0.2832. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether Costco Wholesale Corp. is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings Costco Wholesale Corp. distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is Costco Wholesale Corp.?

Costco Wholesale Corp. is a publicly traded company in the RETAIL-VARIETY STORES industry within the RETAIL-VARIETY STORES sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is COST valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

Costco Wholesale Corp. currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 52.30, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 18.70. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of Costco Wholesale Corp.'s earnings. Comparing COST's P/E and EPS to those of other RETAIL-VARIETY STORES companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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