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The latest COST headlines and market coverage — 8 recent stories, updated throughout the day.
- Zacks Investment Research·Neutral
Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Costco has recently attracted investor attention with shares returning +5.1% over the past month, outperforming the S&P 500's +1.3% gain. The company shows strong earnings growth expectations of +12.7% for the current quarter and +11.8% for the fiscal year, with consistent beats on both EPS and revenue estimates. However, the stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating and trades at a premium valuation (Grade D) relative to peers, suggesting it may perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
- Zacks Investment Research·
TGT vs. COST: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
Target (TGT) emerges as the superior value option compared to Costco (COST) based on valuation metrics and earnings outlook. TGT holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with a forward P/E of 15.32 and Value grade of B, while COST has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a forward P/E of 39.73 and Value grade of D.
- Zacks Investment Research·Neutral
Costco (COST) Stock Slides as Market Rises: Facts to Know Before You Trade
Costco stock declined 1.22% to $928.48, underperforming the broader market's gains. The company is expected to report earnings on September 24, 2026, with analysts projecting $6.51 EPS (10.9% YoY growth) and $94.46B revenue (9.64% growth). Costco carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Forward P/E of 41.75, significantly above its industry average of 20.79.
- Zacks Investment Research·
TGT or COST: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
A comparison of Target (TGT) and Costco (COST) in the retail discount stores sector reveals that Target presents a better value opportunity. Target has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) with improving earnings outlook, a forward P/E of 15.72, and a Value grade of B. Costco, with a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold), has a higher forward P/E of 41.75 and a Value grade of D, making it less attractive for value investors.
- Zacks Investment Research·
Why Costco (COST) Could Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Costco (COST) is expected to beat earnings estimates in its next quarterly report on September 24, 2026. The company has a strong track record of surpassing consensus estimates, with an average beat of 0.53% over the last two quarters. With a positive Earnings ESP of +1.45% combined with a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), the stock shows potential for another earnings surprise.
- Zacks Investment Research·Neutral
Costco (COST) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
Costco stock declined 2.24% to $934.66, underperforming the broader market which gained 0.72%. The stock has dropped 1.84% over the past month, lagging behind the Retail-Wholesale sector's 4.88% gain. However, analysts expect strong earnings growth of 10.9% YoY when the company reports on September 24, 2026, with full-year earnings projected at $20.42 per share (+13.51% YoY). Costco currently holds a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) but trades at a premium valuation with a Forward P/E of 46.82 versus the industry average of 25.72.
- The Motley Fool·Neutral
Costco's Digital Sales Jumped 21% and Gas Volumes Hit a Record. So Why Did COST Stock Drop 5%?
Costco reported strong Q3 earnings with 21% digital sales growth and record gas volumes, but the stock fell 5% due to concerns about high valuation (49x earnings), margin compression from price cuts and higher transportation costs, and investor worries that gains were inflated by temporary gas price spikes. A broader market sell-off following a stronger-than-expected jobs report also contributed to the decline.
- Benzinga·
Top 4 S&P 500 Stocks To Watch Next Week: CRM, MRVL, COST, DELL
The S&P 500 Index soared to a record high this week, continuing an uptrend that started in March when it crashed to $6,314. It rallied despite the elevated energy prices and bond yields, and after FOMC minutes showed that officials considered hiking interest rates. This article highlights the top stocks to watch next week, including Salesforce (NYSE: CRM ) , Marvell Technologies (NASDAQ: MRVL ), Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST ) , and Dell Technologies (NASDAQ: DELL ) . Salesforce In Focus Amid SaaSpocalypse Jitters Salesforce, the biggest company in the customer relationship management industry, will be in the spotlight as it releases its earnings on Wednesday. These numbers come as its stock continues to languish after falling by 51% from its highest point in 2025 amid SaaSpocalypse fears. SaaSpocalypse is a fairly new word referring to the potential disruption of companies in the SaaS industry by AI tools. In a note this week, BofA's Tai Liam warned that the company was facing an AI-driven reset . Analysts expect that the company's earnings will show that its revenue rose by 12% last quarter to $11 billion. Part of this growth will be because of its recent acquisitions, including Informatica and Bluebirds. Software companies have reacted differently after ... Full story available on Benzinga.com