17 mins. ago
Costco has raised the price of its Kirkland Signature full-synthetic motor oil and begun limiting how much any one member can purchase, as a global lubricant shortage tied to the ongoing Middle East conflict pushes crude oil toward $100 a barrel.
That 10-quart case — two 5-quart bottles, enough for a typical V6 or V8 oil change — has jumped to $57.99, compared with the roughly $30 price members had grown accustomed to paying, according to The Drive. Stores are capping purchases at two units per customer per week. The retailer has also imposed a five-per-member limit on Mobil 1, with six quarts of that brand running $44.
The rationing reflects pressure from multiple directions. The connection to fuel prices runs through the refinery: base oil shares its crude-oil origins with gasoline and diesel, so when margins on finished fuel are strong, refiners have a financial reason to favor fuel production over lubricant stock, according to The Auto Wire. EIA data showed the gasoline crack spread sitting roughly a dollar per gallon higher than where it stood at the same point in 2025, a gap that has squeezed base oil availability and pushed its price upward.
Regulatory and licensing costs add a separate layer of expense. The Kirkland 5W-30 displays the dexos1 Gen 3 certification, GM's proprietary specification, and earning that mark is not free — manufacturers must put their formulation through GM's independent testing protocol and obtain a license from the automaker, paying separately for each product and each unit sold, according to The Auto Wire. Layered on top of that is an industry-wide burden: when the API SP category took effect around 2020, it introduced seven additional laboratory tests with no equivalent in the previous standard, among them a procedure targeting low-speed pre-ignition, the knock-like detonation problem **** ociated with modern turbocharged, direct-injection engines.
The supply squeeze is unfolding against a backdrop of a worsening global oil deficit. The International Energy Agency cut its 2026 global oil supply forecast to 102 million barrels per day in August, projecting a deficit of 1.8 million barrels per day in the third quarter — more than double its prior estimate. **** ulative global inventory draws since the start of the U.S.-Iran conflict have reached more than 500 million barrels, and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth said last week that the cushions that had softened earlier price increases have been exhausted. U.S. diesel prices crossed $6 per gallon for the first time, sitting at $6.06 as of Monday, an 8-cent increase from Sunday and 21 cents above week-earlier levels, according to AAA.
#barrels #wire
That 10-quart case — two 5-quart bottles, enough for a typical V6 or V8 oil change — has jumped to $57.99, compared with the roughly $30 price members had grown accustomed to paying, according to The Drive. Stores are capping purchases at two units per customer per week. The retailer has also imposed a five-per-member limit on Mobil 1, with six quarts of that brand running $44.
The rationing reflects pressure from multiple directions. The connection to fuel prices runs through the refinery: base oil shares its crude-oil origins with gasoline and diesel, so when margins on finished fuel are strong, refiners have a financial reason to favor fuel production over lubricant stock, according to The Auto Wire. EIA data showed the gasoline crack spread sitting roughly a dollar per gallon higher than where it stood at the same point in 2025, a gap that has squeezed base oil availability and pushed its price upward.
Regulatory and licensing costs add a separate layer of expense. The Kirkland 5W-30 displays the dexos1 Gen 3 certification, GM's proprietary specification, and earning that mark is not free — manufacturers must put their formulation through GM's independent testing protocol and obtain a license from the automaker, paying separately for each product and each unit sold, according to The Auto Wire. Layered on top of that is an industry-wide burden: when the API SP category took effect around 2020, it introduced seven additional laboratory tests with no equivalent in the previous standard, among them a procedure targeting low-speed pre-ignition, the knock-like detonation problem **** ociated with modern turbocharged, direct-injection engines.
The supply squeeze is unfolding against a backdrop of a worsening global oil deficit. The International Energy Agency cut its 2026 global oil supply forecast to 102 million barrels per day in August, projecting a deficit of 1.8 million barrels per day in the third quarter — more than double its prior estimate. **** ulative global inventory draws since the start of the U.S.-Iran conflict have reached more than 500 million barrels, and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth said last week that the cushions that had softened earlier price increases have been exhausted. U.S. diesel prices crossed $6 per gallon for the first time, sitting at $6.06 as of Monday, an 8-cent increase from Sunday and 21 cents above week-earlier levels, according to AAA.
#barrels #wire
7 days ago
Costco (COST) shoppers kept spending through the last weeks of summer, and the numbers back it up. The warehouse giant posted another month of strong sales growth, giving investors plenty of reasons to watch Costco stock heading into Q4 2026.
The retailer's August results, covering the four weeks from Aug. 3 through Aug. 30, showed broad strength across regions and categories. Gas prices played a big role in the headline number, but even without that boost, Costco's core business kept growing at a healthy clip.
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The retailer's August results, covering the four weeks from Aug. 3 through Aug. 30, showed broad strength across regions and categories. Gas prices played a big role in the headline number, but even without that boost, Costco's core business kept growing at a healthy clip.
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#kept #cost
12 days ago
Costco did not even sell merchandise on its website until 1998, and in those days, the selection was very limited.
Sure, Costco Travel lived there, but the website was more about advertising ancillary services such as TurboTax access than about selling anything to members.
In recent years, however, Costco has offered a greatly expanded selection, and it allows members to use Instacart and Shipt to order select items directly from its warehouses.
It had also been building on that with its digital-only program, Costco Next, which lets members access items the warehouse club does not stock. It's not a new service; it has technically been around since 2017. But Costco does not promote the offering, and it's something I, and many other members, did not know about.
Now, that service has been shut down with no notice.
#website #selection #travel
Sure, Costco Travel lived there, but the website was more about advertising ancillary services such as TurboTax access than about selling anything to members.
In recent years, however, Costco has offered a greatly expanded selection, and it allows members to use Instacart and Shipt to order select items directly from its warehouses.
It had also been building on that with its digital-only program, Costco Next, which lets members access items the warehouse club does not stock. It's not a new service; it has technically been around since 2017. But Costco does not promote the offering, and it's something I, and many other members, did not know about.
Now, that service has been shut down with no notice.
#website #selection #travel
12 days ago
Costco did not even sell merchandise on its website until 1998, and, in those days, the selection was very limited.
Sure, Costco Travel lived there, but the website was more about advertising ancillary services, like TurboTax access than selling anything to members
In recent years, however, Costco has a greatly expanded selection, and it allows members to use Instacart and Shipt to order select items directly from its warehouses.
It had also been building on that with its digital-only program, Costco Next, which lets members access items the warehouse club does not stock. It's not a new service; it has technically been around since 2017. But Costco does not promote the offering, and it's something I, and many other members, did not know about.
Now, that service has been shut down with no notice.
#service
Sure, Costco Travel lived there, but the website was more about advertising ancillary services, like TurboTax access than selling anything to members
In recent years, however, Costco has a greatly expanded selection, and it allows members to use Instacart and Shipt to order select items directly from its warehouses.
It had also been building on that with its digital-only program, Costco Next, which lets members access items the warehouse club does not stock. It's not a new service; it has technically been around since 2017. But Costco does not promote the offering, and it's something I, and many other members, did not know about.
Now, that service has been shut down with no notice.
#service
12 days ago
Peter Lynch built an impressive track record as the fund manager for Fidelity's Magellan Fund. Under his stewardship, from 1977 to 1990, the fund beat the S&P 500 index in 11 out of the 13 years. And it produced an impressive 29% average annual return.
Fortunately, Lynch shares his wisdom in a book called One Up on Wall Street. He describes his philosophy, which is buy what you know, research the company's fundamentals, and plan to make a long-term commitment.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
With this in mind, here are two consumer goods companies that fit the bill.
Many people continue to shop at Costco Wholesale's (NASDAQ: COST) giant warehouses. If you've ever gone into one, you can usually see a crowd.
#NVIDIA #fund #flashing #years
Fortunately, Lynch shares his wisdom in a book called One Up on Wall Street. He describes his philosophy, which is buy what you know, research the company's fundamentals, and plan to make a long-term commitment.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
With this in mind, here are two consumer goods companies that fit the bill.
Many people continue to shop at Costco Wholesale's (NASDAQ: COST) giant warehouses. If you've ever gone into one, you can usually see a crowd.
#NVIDIA #fund #flashing #years
17 days ago
Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT)'s food and beverage sales grew 7% in the quarter ended August 1, 2026, its fastest growth in that business in three years. Reuters reported on August 20, 2026, that the retailer still holds only about 5% of the US grocery market compared with Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)'s 27%.
Grocery brings shoppers into stores more often than almost any other purchase, making it a critical traffic driver. However, the food carries lower margins than apparel and home goods.
Can Target turn grocery trips into bigger spending elsewhere in the store, or is it just building a snack business that never expands into real market share?
Food and beverage sales grew 7% this quarter, the fastest pace in three years, and that growth directly pulled shoppers into stores: traffic rose 3.6% while snack sales grew 15%. Grocery trips happen more often than clothing trips, so every extra visit gives Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) more chances to sell higher-margin items in the same basket. Target plans roughly 600 new private-label food products over two years, expected to add more than $2 billion in growth, on top of comparable sales up 3.8%. A nearly $1 billion tariff refund gave Target room to lean into lower prices without hurting margins, and the company raised its annual sales forecast to about 5% from 4%.
Grocery still makes up less than a quarter of Target's merchandise sales, and its food business remains roughly 12 times smaller than Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)'s. Hence, fast growth off that small base moves the needle only a little. Being priced about 5% higher than Walmart on identical items, with an even wider gap in snacks, works against Target once shoppers compare carts. Gross margin expanded to 33.7%. But that came while Kroger's new CEO, a former Walmart executive, pledged the chain's biggest price cuts in years and Costco cut egg and beef prices. It means Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) is winning on curation while rivals compete harder on price. Home furnishings and apparel stayed roughly flat, showing grocery traffic isn't reliably spreading into the rest of the store.
#corporation #Growth #years
Grocery brings shoppers into stores more often than almost any other purchase, making it a critical traffic driver. However, the food carries lower margins than apparel and home goods.
Can Target turn grocery trips into bigger spending elsewhere in the store, or is it just building a snack business that never expands into real market share?
Food and beverage sales grew 7% this quarter, the fastest pace in three years, and that growth directly pulled shoppers into stores: traffic rose 3.6% while snack sales grew 15%. Grocery trips happen more often than clothing trips, so every extra visit gives Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) more chances to sell higher-margin items in the same basket. Target plans roughly 600 new private-label food products over two years, expected to add more than $2 billion in growth, on top of comparable sales up 3.8%. A nearly $1 billion tariff refund gave Target room to lean into lower prices without hurting margins, and the company raised its annual sales forecast to about 5% from 4%.
Grocery still makes up less than a quarter of Target's merchandise sales, and its food business remains roughly 12 times smaller than Walmart Inc. (NASDAQ:WMT)'s. Hence, fast growth off that small base moves the needle only a little. Being priced about 5% higher than Walmart on identical items, with an even wider gap in snacks, works against Target once shoppers compare carts. Gross margin expanded to 33.7%. But that came while Kroger's new CEO, a former Walmart executive, pledged the chain's biggest price cuts in years and Costco cut egg and beef prices. It means Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) is winning on curation while rivals compete harder on price. Home furnishings and apparel stayed roughly flat, showing grocery traffic isn't reliably spreading into the rest of the store.
#corporation #Growth #years
19 days ago
Target apologized Monday and removed a Halloween costume from sale after critics said it evoked Blackface imagery, sending Target stock down as much as 5% on Tuesday.
The product, sold under Target's Hyde and EEK Boutique brand as the "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume," ignited social media criticism from shoppers who said its imagery recalled racist caricatures tied to the minstrel show tradition. "As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our ******* ortment."
Target declined to comment on who designed the costume or to provide details about the product approval process, according to Reuters. In an internal email viewed by Reuters, Chief Merchandising Officer Cara Sylvester told employees the item "never should have been in our ******* ortment."
The apology did not satisfy some stakeholders. Sheletta Brundidge, a Minneapolis entrepreneur who protested Target's DEI rollbacks last year, said Target "keeps showing us who they are." Brundidge, speaking to CNN, framed the costume as a consequence of those rollbacks: "You rolled back diversity," she said, "so who's in the room, now, to say 'hey, this is wrong?'" A post in the BlackPeopleofReddit community, which has 1.6 million members, urged a boycott of the retailer.
Tejal Patel, executive director of Target shareholder SOC Investment Group, called the costume "another example ... where Target has lost trust with its consumer base." Morningstar ******* yst Brett Husslein said the selloff exposed how precarious Target's market standing has become, pointing out that the chain must win customers through experience and goodwill rather than the low prices that drive shoppers to Walmart and Costco.
#target #brundidge #imagery #shoppers
The product, sold under Target's Hyde and EEK Boutique brand as the "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume," ignited social media criticism from shoppers who said its imagery recalled racist caricatures tied to the minstrel show tradition. "As a company, we know we got this wrong, and we are deeply sorry," Target said in a statement. "The costume is offensive and should never have been part of our ******* ortment."
Target declined to comment on who designed the costume or to provide details about the product approval process, according to Reuters. In an internal email viewed by Reuters, Chief Merchandising Officer Cara Sylvester told employees the item "never should have been in our ******* ortment."
The apology did not satisfy some stakeholders. Sheletta Brundidge, a Minneapolis entrepreneur who protested Target's DEI rollbacks last year, said Target "keeps showing us who they are." Brundidge, speaking to CNN, framed the costume as a consequence of those rollbacks: "You rolled back diversity," she said, "so who's in the room, now, to say 'hey, this is wrong?'" A post in the BlackPeopleofReddit community, which has 1.6 million members, urged a boycott of the retailer.
Tejal Patel, executive director of Target shareholder SOC Investment Group, called the costume "another example ... where Target has lost trust with its consumer base." Morningstar ******* yst Brett Husslein said the selloff exposed how precarious Target's market standing has become, pointing out that the chain must win customers through experience and goodwill rather than the low prices that drive shoppers to Walmart and Costco.
#target #brundidge #imagery #shoppers
20 days ago
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S&P 500 companies that maintained their diversity, equity and inclusion commitments performed as well as or better than their peers that rolled back DEI commitments in the face of political pressure, University of California, Berkeley public policy scholar Jacob Grumbach posited in a recently published report.
Grumbach determined the health of the companies by looking at both company revenue and abnormal stock returns to measure company performance relative to the broader market trends. Both metrics indicated that organizations that retained DEI programs performed as well as or better than their competitors.
These findings come contrary to the current corporate logic du jour, which maintains that DEI programming presents a legal risk under the current presidential administration.
"Markets Do Not Punish Firms for Maintaining DEI," published on Aug. 14, highlighted the performance of companies such as Apple, Cisco, Costco, Delta Airlines, Dollar Tree, JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft and Pfizer, which maintained their DEI commitments — compared to companies such as Citigroup, Dollar General, IBM, Target and Walmart, which all scaled back.
#dollar
S&P 500 companies that maintained their diversity, equity and inclusion commitments performed as well as or better than their peers that rolled back DEI commitments in the face of political pressure, University of California, Berkeley public policy scholar Jacob Grumbach posited in a recently published report.
Grumbach determined the health of the companies by looking at both company revenue and abnormal stock returns to measure company performance relative to the broader market trends. Both metrics indicated that organizations that retained DEI programs performed as well as or better than their competitors.
These findings come contrary to the current corporate logic du jour, which maintains that DEI programming presents a legal risk under the current presidential administration.
"Markets Do Not Punish Firms for Maintaining DEI," published on Aug. 14, highlighted the performance of companies such as Apple, Cisco, Costco, Delta Airlines, Dollar Tree, JPMorgan Chase, Microsoft and Pfizer, which maintained their DEI commitments — compared to companies such as Citigroup, Dollar General, IBM, Target and Walmart, which all scaled back.
#dollar
21 days ago
When most people hear the term "growth stock," they may think someone is about to talk about a company connected to artificial intelligence (AI), like Micron Technology, or about a quantum computing company, like IonQ. But sometimes you can find a growth stock outside of typically classified high-risk/high-reward opportunities.
One such company is Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST), which some may view as more of a mature operator. That said, for investors who understand the retailer is nowhere near finished increasing its revenue-boosting capacity, this could be a misunderstood opportunity turned to their advantage.
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Costco's biggest strength is its brand loyalty. Customers often describe shopping there as a treasure hunt, and its in-store brand, Kirland Signature, has a following all of its own. That brand is so powerful, in fact, that just releasing a competing product was enough to contribute to the shares of energy drink maker, Celsius Holdings, falling by as much as 17% lower.
That loyalty for Costco and its products is reflected in renewal rates, with the company boasting a global renewal rate of 89.7%. That renewal rate is even better in North America at 92.2%. Costco also still steadily grew its paid membership by 4.1% to 82.9 million in its fiscal third quarter of 2026.
#brand #renewal
One such company is Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST), which some may view as more of a mature operator. That said, for investors who understand the retailer is nowhere near finished increasing its revenue-boosting capacity, this could be a misunderstood opportunity turned to their advantage.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Costco's biggest strength is its brand loyalty. Customers often describe shopping there as a treasure hunt, and its in-store brand, Kirland Signature, has a following all of its own. That brand is so powerful, in fact, that just releasing a competing product was enough to contribute to the shares of energy drink maker, Celsius Holdings, falling by as much as 17% lower.
That loyalty for Costco and its products is reflected in renewal rates, with the company boasting a global renewal rate of 89.7%. That renewal rate is even better in North America at 92.2%. Costco also still steadily grew its paid membership by 4.1% to 82.9 million in its fiscal third quarter of 2026.
#brand #renewal
23 days ago
Costco is known as the place to go when you want bulk paper towels, produce, and snacks at a reasonable price.
But anyone who pays for a Costco membership knows that the company offers a lot more than just giant packages of household goods and food staples.
The warehouse club has steadily built a much broader business around its members, offering everything from gasoline to travel to optical services.
Now, Costco is taking another major step into an area that could become increasingly important as its customer base ages — health insurance.
The retailer is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Health Plan to offer Costco-branded Medicare Advantage plans in two states, along with a Medicare supplement plan in a third state, pending regulatory approval.
#medicare #scan #known #bulk
But anyone who pays for a Costco membership knows that the company offers a lot more than just giant packages of household goods and food staples.
The warehouse club has steadily built a much broader business around its members, offering everything from gasoline to travel to optical services.
Now, Costco is taking another major step into an area that could become increasingly important as its customer base ages — health insurance.
The retailer is partnering with nonprofit insurer SCAN Health Plan to offer Costco-branded Medicare Advantage plans in two states, along with a Medicare supplement plan in a third state, pending regulatory approval.
#medicare #scan #known #bulk
24 days ago
Prediction markets price a 76% chance WMT beats earnings on August 20th, fueled by 26% eCommerce growth and a $30B buyback authorization.
Target has posted three straight quarters of sales declines while Walmart grew U.S. comps 4.1%, and Costco lacks Walmart's 37% advertising revenue engine.
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Walmart (NYSE:WMT) screens as a low-deliberation candidate for a retirement portfolio heading into the Aug. 20 pre-market earnings release, and the setup is not close. Prediction-market traders are pricing a 75.5% probability of an earnings beat, the operating engine is compounding, and the capital-return machine is at its most aggressive posture in years. This is the kind of business retirees are supposed to own, and the catalyst window is 24 hours away.
Management guided Q2 FY27 to adjusted EPS of 72 cents to 74 cents on 4% to 5% constant-currency sales growth. Q1 FY27 already ran hot, with revenue of $175.68 billion (+6.1% YoY), global eCommerce up 26%, advertising up 37%, and membership fee revenue up 17%. The macro backdrop cooperates: BEA data shows June 2026 food spending at $1.573 trillion versus $1.527 trillion a year earlier, exactly the volume tailwind Walmart converts into share gains.
#walmart #revenue #prediction #engine
Target has posted three straight quarters of sales declines while Walmart grew U.S. comps 4.1%, and Costco lacks Walmart's 37% advertising revenue engine.
Act now: the ****** yst who called NVIDIA in 2010 just named his top 10 AI stocks — and Walmart didn't make the cut. Grab the names FREE today.
Walmart (NYSE:WMT) screens as a low-deliberation candidate for a retirement portfolio heading into the Aug. 20 pre-market earnings release, and the setup is not close. Prediction-market traders are pricing a 75.5% probability of an earnings beat, the operating engine is compounding, and the capital-return machine is at its most aggressive posture in years. This is the kind of business retirees are supposed to own, and the catalyst window is 24 hours away.
Management guided Q2 FY27 to adjusted EPS of 72 cents to 74 cents on 4% to 5% constant-currency sales growth. Q1 FY27 already ran hot, with revenue of $175.68 billion (+6.1% YoY), global eCommerce up 26%, advertising up 37%, and membership fee revenue up 17%. The macro backdrop cooperates: BEA data shows June 2026 food spending at $1.573 trillion versus $1.527 trillion a year earlier, exactly the volume tailwind Walmart converts into share gains.
#walmart #revenue #prediction #engine
25 days ago
By Sinéad Carew and Avinash P
Aug 20 (Reuters) - The three main U.S. equity indexes closed lower on Thursday as rising Treasury yields dented risk appetite while disappointing results from retail bellwether Walmart soured investors on the consumer sector and rallying oil prices fanned inflation worries.
Walmart shares tumbled 9.2% after the world's largest traditional retailer missed Wall Street expectations for quarterly comparable sales as rising gasoline prices had shoppers reining in spending. The report dragged down the S&P 500 consumer staples and consumer discretionary sectors, which were among the weakest of the benchmark's 11 major industry indexes.
Rival retailers such as Costco, Dollar Tree and Albertsons followed Walmart lower with losses between 1% and 2.6%.
The increase in U.S. crude oil above $87 compounded concerns about the health of the U.S. consumer, according to Mona Mahajan, head of investment strategy at Edward Jones. She noted that investors were already anxious after recent weaker-than-expected retail sales and labor market data for July.
#Consumer #lower #retail #investors
Aug 20 (Reuters) - The three main U.S. equity indexes closed lower on Thursday as rising Treasury yields dented risk appetite while disappointing results from retail bellwether Walmart soured investors on the consumer sector and rallying oil prices fanned inflation worries.
Walmart shares tumbled 9.2% after the world's largest traditional retailer missed Wall Street expectations for quarterly comparable sales as rising gasoline prices had shoppers reining in spending. The report dragged down the S&P 500 consumer staples and consumer discretionary sectors, which were among the weakest of the benchmark's 11 major industry indexes.
Rival retailers such as Costco, Dollar Tree and Albertsons followed Walmart lower with losses between 1% and 2.6%.
The increase in U.S. crude oil above $87 compounded concerns about the health of the U.S. consumer, according to Mona Mahajan, head of investment strategy at Edward Jones. She noted that investors were already anxious after recent weaker-than-expected retail sales and labor market data for July.
#Consumer #lower #retail #investors
25 days ago
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With Costco's announcement that it will soon offer Medicare Advantage plans to club members, one question consumers are likely to ask is: Will I get "warehouse club pricing"?
These plans are difficult enough to shop for. Benefits vary and can be confusing, costs are multilayered, and shoppers must factor in doctor and hospital network availability.
Buying a plan from a trusted source like Costco (COST) may seem appealing. But what should shoppers really consider?
Read more: Medicare open enrollment: How to add or adjust your coverage
#advertiser #advantage #buying #costco
With Costco's announcement that it will soon offer Medicare Advantage plans to club members, one question consumers are likely to ask is: Will I get "warehouse club pricing"?
These plans are difficult enough to shop for. Benefits vary and can be confusing, costs are multilayered, and shoppers must factor in doctor and hospital network availability.
Buying a plan from a trusted source like Costco (COST) may seem appealing. But what should shoppers really consider?
Read more: Medicare open enrollment: How to add or adjust your coverage
#advertiser #advantage #buying #costco
25 days ago
Good morning. Stocks got off to an unsteady start to trading as Treasury yields regained some of their losses from the day before, when Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved to support the bond market. That, plus rising oil prices, led the Dow (^DJI), S&P 500 (^GSPC), and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) to decline at the open.
Here's a check of the markets in the first few minutes of trading, based on a heat map powered by Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace data.
Consumer Discretionary stocks (XLY) were the hardest hit, while an 8% decline in Walmart (WMT) stock after earnings weighed on Consumer Staples (XLP). Walmart's slowing sales growth number also put pressure on other defensive names, such as Costco (COST).
Energy stocks (XLE) outperformed, meanwhile, as crude oil prices rose following President Trump's threat to wage "economic warfare" on Iran, raising concerns about a reescalation in the Middle East war.
Here are some notable stocks that Yahoo Finance readers are viewing this morning: **** eX (SPCX), Walmart, Sandisk (SNDK), Alibaba (BABA), SK Hynix (SKHY), Marvell (MRVL), and CrowdStrike (CRWD).
#prices #decline
Here's a check of the markets in the first few minutes of trading, based on a heat map powered by Yahoo Finance AlphaSpace data.
Consumer Discretionary stocks (XLY) were the hardest hit, while an 8% decline in Walmart (WMT) stock after earnings weighed on Consumer Staples (XLP). Walmart's slowing sales growth number also put pressure on other defensive names, such as Costco (COST).
Energy stocks (XLE) outperformed, meanwhile, as crude oil prices rose following President Trump's threat to wage "economic warfare" on Iran, raising concerns about a reescalation in the Middle East war.
Here are some notable stocks that Yahoo Finance readers are viewing this morning: **** eX (SPCX), Walmart, Sandisk (SNDK), Alibaba (BABA), SK Hynix (SKHY), Marvell (MRVL), and CrowdStrike (CRWD).
#prices #decline
25 days ago
Costco stock reclaimed a key technical level on Tuesday as the warehouse club climbed amid news of a partnership to offer Medicare Advantage plans to members. Costco Wholesale (COST) will offer co-branded plans in partnership with nonprofit health insurer Scan Group. Scan, based in Long Beach, Calif., has about 560,000 Medicare Advantage members in Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico…
#costco #scan #offer #plans
#costco #scan #offer #plans
28 days ago
Riley Merry was 25 and fresh out of a five-year relationship when an uneaten 5-lb. tub of potato salad inspired him to create posters advertising a public eating challenge
After one of his posters landed on Reddit, hundreds of people showed up in the pouring rain to watch Merry attempt to finish the entire tub
Three years later, Merry says he still gets recognized several times a week and credits the bizarre experience with giving him a new sense of confidence
Riley Merry says he only bought the 5-lb. tub of potato salad because he thought his ex might come back.
Instead, the untouched Costco purchase eventually brought hundreds of strangers into the pouring rain, landed him on national television and turned him into an unlikely Halifax legend known simply as "Potato Salad Guy."
#riley #hundreds #Rain
After one of his posters landed on Reddit, hundreds of people showed up in the pouring rain to watch Merry attempt to finish the entire tub
Three years later, Merry says he still gets recognized several times a week and credits the bizarre experience with giving him a new sense of confidence
Riley Merry says he only bought the 5-lb. tub of potato salad because he thought his ex might come back.
Instead, the untouched Costco purchase eventually brought hundreds of strangers into the pouring rain, landed him on national television and turned him into an unlikely Halifax legend known simply as "Potato Salad Guy."
#riley #hundreds #Rain
1 month ago
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is one of Jim Cramer's favorite stocks. The shares are down by 1% over the past year and are up by 12% year-to-date. As he has done with Apple and NVIDIA, Cramer has continued to stick with Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) through thick and thin. The CNBC TV host believes that the firm's scale and negotiating power enable it to provide Americans with the lowest prices. As Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) reported its July sales data on August 5th, Cramer discussed the firm a day later in his morning appearance:
"But what I want to see today, to see if it's strong or not, is Costco. Cause Costco had very, very good numbers, okay. And I think that should be a good example if, yes that's getting rewarded. There's an example where you had a number that wasn't [inaudible] better than expected that also said good things. A lot of times it was better than expected but we didn't get the good things. We didn't get the forecast ****** p. So if you have a quarter, you reported the quarter, and you gave us a forecast, it's like Pinterest. Pinterest forecast was not as strong as we'd like but the quarter was terrific. A lot of people raised the price tag, but Pinterest went down. And that's been the template, if you don't raise your forecast as much as people were hoping, your stock does not do that well."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST)'s scale and market share allow it to run a major membership program, which is one of its strongest points. Membership renewal rates signal customer loyalty, and as of its fiscal third quarter, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) reported US and Canadian renewal rates of 92.2%. Through its fees, the retailer is also able to offer its customers lower prices than most and create a feedback loop of renewal rates and customer satisfaction. Yet, at the same time, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST)'s strengths also create weaknesses. The firm's forward P/E of 42 is higher than Walmart's 38 and significantly higher than Target's 18.6.
As for Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS), the visual search engine platform's shares closed 8.7% lower on August 5th after the firm had reported its second quarter earnings on the day before. Cramer used the results to point to the impact of forward guidance on a company's shares. While Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS)'s revenue and EPS of $1.18 billion and $0.43 beat ****** yst estimates of $1.15 billion and $0.36, the firm's midline guidance of $1.20 billion met ****** yst estimates. As is the case with other marketplace companies, such as Booking Holdings, the debate for Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS) also concerns whether the firm will be able to generate long-term value through its AI initiatives. At the same time, the impact of these initiatives on margins and the business's reliance on cyclical retailers are additional worry points.
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"But what I want to see today, to see if it's strong or not, is Costco. Cause Costco had very, very good numbers, okay. And I think that should be a good example if, yes that's getting rewarded. There's an example where you had a number that wasn't [inaudible] better than expected that also said good things. A lot of times it was better than expected but we didn't get the good things. We didn't get the forecast ****** p. So if you have a quarter, you reported the quarter, and you gave us a forecast, it's like Pinterest. Pinterest forecast was not as strong as we'd like but the quarter was terrific. A lot of people raised the price tag, but Pinterest went down. And that's been the template, if you don't raise your forecast as much as people were hoping, your stock does not do that well."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST)'s scale and market share allow it to run a major membership program, which is one of its strongest points. Membership renewal rates signal customer loyalty, and as of its fiscal third quarter, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) reported US and Canadian renewal rates of 92.2%. Through its fees, the retailer is also able to offer its customers lower prices than most and create a feedback loop of renewal rates and customer satisfaction. Yet, at the same time, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST)'s strengths also create weaknesses. The firm's forward P/E of 42 is higher than Walmart's 38 and significantly higher than Target's 18.6.
As for Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS), the visual search engine platform's shares closed 8.7% lower on August 5th after the firm had reported its second quarter earnings on the day before. Cramer used the results to point to the impact of forward guidance on a company's shares. While Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS)'s revenue and EPS of $1.18 billion and $0.43 beat ****** yst estimates of $1.15 billion and $0.36, the firm's midline guidance of $1.20 billion met ****** yst estimates. As is the case with other marketplace companies, such as Booking Holdings, the debate for Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE:PINS) also concerns whether the firm will be able to generate long-term value through its AI initiatives. At the same time, the impact of these initiatives on margins and the business's reliance on cyclical retailers are additional worry points.
#cramer
1 month ago
When shoppers are looking for ways to stretch their budgets, Costco (COST) is proving that value still drives spending. The warehouse retailer reported July net sales of $23.12 billion, up 10.7% from a year earlier, for the four weeks that ended Aug. 2.
Its growth went beyond new warehouse openings and changing fuel prices. Comparable sales rose 8.9% across the company, while U.S. comparable sales climbed 10.3%, showing that shoppers kept returning to Costco's stores.
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For COST investors, the report adds to the case that Costco's membership model, low prices, and expanding digital business are continuing to attract customers. But after another strong sales print, can Costco maintain enough underlying growth through the second half to surpass the high expectations already attached to COST? Let's dive in.
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Its growth went beyond new warehouse openings and changing fuel prices. Comparable sales rose 8.9% across the company, while U.S. comparable sales climbed 10.3%, showing that shoppers kept returning to Costco's stores.
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For COST investors, the report adds to the case that Costco's membership model, low prices, and expanding digital business are continuing to attract customers. But after another strong sales print, can Costco maintain enough underlying growth through the second half to surpass the high expectations already attached to COST? Let's dive in.
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1 month ago
Walmart looks like it is going to be a little bit negative at the open. That's somewhat mixed action, but really at this point in time, it's worth noting that the last couple of months have been all about consolidation. There are concerns about the employment situation in the United States, which, ironically, in the past has typically benefited Walmart, being a cheaper place to buy things. So, we'll have to wait and see whether or not that comes to fruition.
Ultimately, though, we are just simply consolidating between $107.50 on the bottom and the $115 region on the top. We're basically in the middle of it, so a little bit of back and forth probably makes sense.
The market for Target looks like it is going to be ever so slightly negative in pre-market trading, but ultimately, this is a market that's been consolidating after a gap higher. We are heading towards earnings and the ex-dividend date. So, the ex-dividend date is on the 12th; the earnings are on the 19th. That obviously will have an influence on the price of the stock, but it has been very strong as of late and is getting better. So, it is still a very bullish market.
Costco looks like it is going to be hanging right underneath where it closed during the session on Friday. And this is a lot like Walmart in the sense that it's been consolidating in a region here, between, in this case, $900 on the bottom and $980 on the top. We're basically right around the $945 level, so we're right around the middle of it. So, it's more of the same.
That being said, if employment becomes a problem in the United States, Costco becomes an interesting play on that as it is a wholesaler, but Walmart also often will be used for lower-income consumers and, more importantly, higher-income consumers dropping down, at least historically speaking. So, these are stocks I'm watching on a day-to-day basis, if for no other reason than to get a read on what Wall Street thinks about the US consumer.
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Ultimately, though, we are just simply consolidating between $107.50 on the bottom and the $115 region on the top. We're basically in the middle of it, so a little bit of back and forth probably makes sense.
The market for Target looks like it is going to be ever so slightly negative in pre-market trading, but ultimately, this is a market that's been consolidating after a gap higher. We are heading towards earnings and the ex-dividend date. So, the ex-dividend date is on the 12th; the earnings are on the 19th. That obviously will have an influence on the price of the stock, but it has been very strong as of late and is getting better. So, it is still a very bullish market.
Costco looks like it is going to be hanging right underneath where it closed during the session on Friday. And this is a lot like Walmart in the sense that it's been consolidating in a region here, between, in this case, $900 on the bottom and $980 on the top. We're basically right around the $945 level, so we're right around the middle of it. So, it's more of the same.
That being said, if employment becomes a problem in the United States, Costco becomes an interesting play on that as it is a wholesaler, but Walmart also often will be used for lower-income consumers and, more importantly, higher-income consumers dropping down, at least historically speaking. So, these are stocks I'm watching on a day-to-day basis, if for no other reason than to get a read on what Wall Street thinks about the US consumer.
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1 month ago
Costco earns a BUY with 90% confidence and a $1,023 target, but at 48x earnings, only 7% upside remains.
Costco trades at 48x earnings versus Walmart's 41x but grows revenue nearly twice as fast, while BJ's 90% renewal rate validates the membership model.
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My 24/7 Wall St. price target for Costco (NASDAQ:COST) lands at $1,022.62, a modest step up from today's $952.75. The model rates COST a buy with 90% confidence, but upside is narrow. Costco executes at an elite level, and the market already knows it.
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Costco trades at 48x earnings versus Walmart's 41x but grows revenue nearly twice as fast, while BJ's 90% renewal rate validates the membership model.
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My 24/7 Wall St. price target for Costco (NASDAQ:COST) lands at $1,022.62, a modest step up from today's $952.75. The model rates COST a buy with 90% confidence, but upside is narrow. Costco executes at an elite level, and the market already knows it.
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1 month ago
Costco (COST) sits at a $422 billion market cap, yet 45.5% earnings growth and near-perfect membership renewal support a $2,250 target by 2035.
Wall Street prices in just 13% upside, but e-commerce traffic grew 37% and executive membership hit 75%, compounding sharply over the next decade.
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Costco (NASDAQ:COST | COST Price Prediction) runs the most impressive retail model in America. Membership fees hit $1.373 billion last quarter, comparable sales rose 9.8%, and the worldwide renewal rate held at 89.7%. Yet the stock barely keeps pace with the broader market.
Shares closed at $951.89, and market cap sits at $422.14 billion. When does Costco become a trillion-dollar company? My call is 2035 at $2,250 per share.
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Wall Street prices in just 13% upside, but e-commerce traffic grew 37% and executive membership hit 75%, compounding sharply over the next decade.
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Costco (NASDAQ:COST | COST Price Prediction) runs the most impressive retail model in America. Membership fees hit $1.373 billion last quarter, comparable sales rose 9.8%, and the worldwide renewal rate held at 89.7%. Yet the stock barely keeps pace with the broader market.
Shares closed at $951.89, and market cap sits at $422.14 billion. When does Costco become a trillion-dollar company? My call is 2035 at $2,250 per share.
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2 months ago
Oklo (OKLO), a clean energy technology firm headquartered in Santa Clara, California, was launched in 2013 by CEO Jacob DeWitte and co-founder Caroline Cochran. The firm designs and builds Aurora fast fission powerhouses, compact, modular nuclear reactors capable of generating 15 to 75 megawatts of electricity, while operating an integrated platform for nuclear fuel recycling and production.
Oklo's commercial model covers three main pillars: power generation, nuclear fuel services, and medical and industrial radioisotopes produced via its Groves reactor initiative. Backed by a contracted customer pipeline of over 14 GW across AI data centers, defense, industrial, and government clients, and $2.5 billion in cash secured through a successful $1.2 billion ATM offering, Oklo is positioning itself as a core advanced fission provider for the AI infrastructure market.
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Oklo's commercial model covers three main pillars: power generation, nuclear fuel services, and medical and industrial radioisotopes produced via its Groves reactor initiative. Backed by a contracted customer pipeline of over 14 GW across AI data centers, defense, industrial, and government clients, and $2.5 billion in cash secured through a successful $1.2 billion ATM offering, Oklo is positioning itself as a core advanced fission provider for the AI infrastructure market.
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2 months ago
Bristol Gate Capital Partners, an investment management company, published its Q2 2026 investor letter for the "US Equity Strategy". A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Strategy lagged the S&P 500 Total Return Index in the quarter in terms of returns, but outperformed in dividend growth. Despite debate over capital cycle returns, AI remained the dominant market theme, expanding from early adoption to broader enterprise adoption. The firm continues to focus on high-dividend-growth companies while maintaining discipline around valuation and earnings durability. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Bristol US Equity Strategy highlighted Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST). Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is a leading US-based multinational retailer that specializes in the operation of membership-only warehouses. On July 22, 2026, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) closed at $927.31 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $411.24 billion. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) posted a one-month return of -1.58%, and its shares lost 0.70% over the past 52 weeks.
Bristol US Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) operates a membership-based model with a durable competitive moat in retail, anchored by industry-leading renewal rates and a value proposition that strengthens with scale. The recurring membership-fee stream is high-margin, predictable, and compounds alongside member growth and periodic fee increases. Backed by an experienced and capable management team, we believe this combination will translate into continued high dividend growth."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 107 hedge fund portfolios held Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) at the end of the first quarter, up from 106 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
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In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Bristol US Equity Strategy highlighted Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST). Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is a leading US-based multinational retailer that specializes in the operation of membership-only warehouses. On July 22, 2026, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) closed at $927.31 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $411.24 billion. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) posted a one-month return of -1.58%, and its shares lost 0.70% over the past 52 weeks.
Bristol US Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) operates a membership-based model with a durable competitive moat in retail, anchored by industry-leading renewal rates and a value proposition that strengthens with scale. The recurring membership-fee stream is high-margin, predictable, and compounds alongside member growth and periodic fee increases. Backed by an experienced and capable management team, we believe this combination will translate into continued high dividend growth."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 107 hedge fund portfolios held Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) at the end of the first quarter, up from 106 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
#corporation #cost #Equity
2 months ago
Costco, the warehouse retailer known for buying in bulk, is raking in young and loyal customers obsessed with posting their finds on social media. Retail ***** ysts say younger generations, including Gen Z and even teenagers, are being drawn in by the store's constant stream of new products and its gimmick-free approach.
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2 months ago
September WTI crude oil (CLU26) on Wednesday closed up +2.49 (+2.95%), and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26) closed up +0.0186 (+0.58%).
Crude oil and gasoline prices settled sharply higher on Wednesday, with crude posting a 6-week high and gasoline climbing to a 2-month high. Threats to global oil supplies are boosting crude oil prices as escalation of the US-Iran war has curbed oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and threats by Houthi militants to blockade Saudi Arabia have reduced oil tanker traffic through the Red Sea. Crude prices fell from their high on Wednesday after weekly EIA crude and gasoline inventories unexpectedly increased.
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Crude Oil Prices Rally on Global Supply Risks
Costco Officially Launched Standalone Gas Stations. Don't Count on This Fueling Another Leg Higher in COST Stock.
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Crude oil and gasoline prices settled sharply higher on Wednesday, with crude posting a 6-week high and gasoline climbing to a 2-month high. Threats to global oil supplies are boosting crude oil prices as escalation of the US-Iran war has curbed oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and threats by Houthi militants to blockade Saudi Arabia have reduced oil tanker traffic through the Red Sea. Crude prices fell from their high on Wednesday after weekly EIA crude and gasoline inventories unexpectedly increased.
Nat-Gas Prices Fluctuate on Tropical Storm Risk
Crude Oil Prices Rally on Global Supply Risks
Costco Officially Launched Standalone Gas Stations. Don't Count on This Fueling Another Leg Higher in COST Stock.
#prices #september
2 months ago
Bristol Gate Capital Partners, an investment management company, published its Q2 2026 investor letter for the "US Equity Strategy". A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Strategy lagged the S&P 500 Total Return Index in the quarter in terms of returns, but outperformed in dividend growth. Despite debate over capital cycle returns, AI remained the dominant market theme, expanding from early adoption to broader enterprise adoption. The firm continues to focus on high-dividend-growth companies while maintaining discipline around valuation and earnings durability. In addition, please check the Fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Bristol US Equity Strategy highlighted Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST). Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is a leading US-based multinational retailer that specializes in the operation of membership-only warehouses. On July 22, 2026, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) closed at $927.31 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $411.24 billion. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) posted a one-month return of -1.58%, and its shares lost 0.70% over the past 52 weeks.
Bristol US Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) operates a membership-based model with a durable competitive moat in retail, anchored by industry-leading renewal rates and a value proposition that strengthens with scale. The recurring membership-fee stream is high-margin, predictable, and compounds alongside member growth and periodic fee increases. Backed by an experienced and capable management team, we believe this combination will translate into continued high dividend growth."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 107 hedge fund portfolios held Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) at the end of the first quarter, up from 106 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
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In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Bristol US Equity Strategy highlighted Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST). Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is a leading US-based multinational retailer that specializes in the operation of membership-only warehouses. On July 22, 2026, Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) closed at $927.31 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $411.24 billion. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) posted a one-month return of -1.58%, and its shares lost 0.70% over the past 52 weeks.
Bristol US Equity Strategy stated the following regarding Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) operates a membership-based model with a durable competitive moat in retail, anchored by industry-leading renewal rates and a value proposition that strengthens with scale. The recurring membership-fee stream is high-margin, predictable, and compounds alongside member growth and periodic fee increases. Backed by an experienced and capable management team, we believe this combination will translate into continued high dividend growth."
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 107 hedge fund portfolios held Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) at the end of the first quarter, up from 106 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
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2 months ago
All the fears that worried the market in the past are percolating. Inflationary concerns are rising, with oil prices near a six-week high, more tariffs, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East unlikely to go away anytime soon. The Federal Reserve is likely to nudge rates higher -- not lower -- the next time it meets. Suddenly, everything that is borrowed is about to be something blue.
It's against this unsettling climate, with consumer confidence hitting a new low before rebounding this summer, that investors might want to consider investing in Costco (NASDAQ: COST). Yes, Costco.
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The country's top warehouse club operator may not seem much of a growth stock. It's also certainly not cheap by most measuring sticks. However, if reality catches up to today's buoyant market later this month, you're probably going to learn the real reason why Costco is worth its market premium.
Costco stock is trading for 47 times trailing earnings, a big markup to both the market average and the retailer's own growth. Its revenue multiple may initially seem low at 1.4, but in the low-margin world of groceries and other consumer staples retail, it's a princely premium. If you're an income investor, the stock's 0.6% dividend yield isn't going to ring a dinner bell, even though Costco does reward shareholders with substantially larger special dividends every few years.
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It's against this unsettling climate, with consumer confidence hitting a new low before rebounding this summer, that investors might want to consider investing in Costco (NASDAQ: COST). Yes, Costco.
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The country's top warehouse club operator may not seem much of a growth stock. It's also certainly not cheap by most measuring sticks. However, if reality catches up to today's buoyant market later this month, you're probably going to learn the real reason why Costco is worth its market premium.
Costco stock is trading for 47 times trailing earnings, a big markup to both the market average and the retailer's own growth. Its revenue multiple may initially seem low at 1.4, but in the low-margin world of groceries and other consumer staples retail, it's a princely premium. If you're an income investor, the stock's 0.6% dividend yield isn't going to ring a dinner bell, even though Costco does reward shareholders with substantially larger special dividends every few years.
#market #signal #Consumer #years
2 months ago
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How popular are Costco's gas pumps? The chain had to open its own standalone gas station, apart from the store, just to accommodate customer demand. The retailer is now pumping gas at a station in Southern California, with a second station planned for Honolulu, the Wall Street Journal reports. Both sit a mile or two from the nearest warehouse.
"They're really intended to either alleviate some of the capacity constraints in the gas station that exists at the warehouse today or we just can't get a gas station on the same premises," said Costco CFO Gary Millerchip. The stations will keep Costco's signature discounted pricing, as fuel prices continue to rise.
CEO Ron Vachris told investors the five weeks ending mid-May were the highest gas-sales weeks in company history, pulling in members using Costco's pumps for the first time. Those first-time fuel customers tend to spend more overall, he added.
Costco has had another retail win lately, too. Sales for a retro 1980's Esprit fleece crewneck completely sold out over the weekend. Whether it's filling up the tank or the closet, Costco members are getting their fill this month.
#sales #pumps #members
How popular are Costco's gas pumps? The chain had to open its own standalone gas station, apart from the store, just to accommodate customer demand. The retailer is now pumping gas at a station in Southern California, with a second station planned for Honolulu, the Wall Street Journal reports. Both sit a mile or two from the nearest warehouse.
"They're really intended to either alleviate some of the capacity constraints in the gas station that exists at the warehouse today or we just can't get a gas station on the same premises," said Costco CFO Gary Millerchip. The stations will keep Costco's signature discounted pricing, as fuel prices continue to rise.
CEO Ron Vachris told investors the five weeks ending mid-May were the highest gas-sales weeks in company history, pulling in members using Costco's pumps for the first time. Those first-time fuel customers tend to spend more overall, he added.
Costco has had another retail win lately, too. Sales for a retro 1980's Esprit fleece crewneck completely sold out over the weekend. Whether it's filling up the tank or the closet, Costco members are getting their fill this month.
#sales #pumps #members
2 months ago
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2 months ago
Software stocks did not have a great start to 2026. The iShares Expanded Tech-Software ETF (IGV) fell more than 20% from its recent peak, and when its 50-day moving average dropped below its 200-day, it confirmed a "death cross" that pushed many investors to sell.
After two years of heavy buying on AI hype, reality started to set in. Many software companies admitted that building AI features is expensive, with about 70% saying those costs are hurting margins.
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After two years of heavy buying on AI hype, reality started to set in. Many software companies admitted that building AI features is expensive, with about 70% saying those costs are hurting margins.
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