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Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) After Its Yearly Results

Costco Wholesale (COST) reported annual revenues of $303B and EPS of $20.76, meeting analyst expectations. Shares rose 3.1% to $923. Analysts predict 2027 revenues of $328.3B (8.3% growth) and EPS of $22.78 (9.4% growth), with a consensus price target of $1,058. Growth is expected to outpace industry averages.

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Published Sep 27, 2026, 12:30 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$COSTNeutralHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings were as expected, so the market reaction is muted; traders may focus on forward guidance and membership trends.

02

Market read

The report confirms Costco's steady growth but offers little new trading impetus beyond the numbers.

03

What to watch

Membership renewal rates and international expansion pace are not detailed but could drive future upside.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: post‑market today

Background

Costco's annual earnings release provides a snapshot of its massive scale and operational consistency.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$COSTNeutralHigh confidence
Context

Costco posted FY revenue of $303B and EPS of $20.76, with shares up 3.1% after the release.

Expected impact

modest pressure as market prices in the unchanged outlook

Evidence & confidence

Guidance and price target remain unchanged, indicating no new catalyst beyond the numbers.

Market effects

Sector

Retail‑grocery sector sees no shift; Costco's steady growth reaffirms sector resilience.

Regional

U.S. consumer discretionary index sees minimal movement.

Global

Limited; Costco's results are a benchmark for large‑scale retailers worldwide.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

If investors expect a surprise beat, the in‑line results could trigger a short‑cover rally.

Key entities

  • company
    Costco Wholesale Corporation

    US‑listed retailer (NASDAQ:COST) reporting FY2026 results.

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