NASDAQ •
Consumer Defensive •
Discount Stores •
Quote as of 08/24/2026 16:00
Company Profile
IndustryDiscount Stores
SectorConsumer Defensive
ExchangeNASDAQ
Market Capitalization413,992 mln
Float441 mln
Earnings Date09/24/2026
EPS
19.42
Stretched
P / E
50.02
Richly valued
Piotroski F-Score
8
/ 9
Very strong
Beneish M-Score
-2.58
Likely reliable
1-Year Forecast
1,077
Modest upside
Relative Strength
75
/ 100
Strongly outperforming
Business Description
Costco Wholesale Corporation runs a chain of large membership-based warehouse stores across the United States and 13 other countries worldwide. Members pay an annual fee to access a wide range of products, from groceries and fresh food to electronics, clothing, furniture, and tires, all sold at competitive prices. Beyond its physical stores, Costco also operates gas stations, pharmacies, optical centers, and food courts, while offering travel services and online shopping. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, the company has grown into one of the largest retailers in the world.