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Costco Wholesale Corporation (symbol: COST) is an American multinational corporation that operates a chain of membership-only big-box retail stores. Costco's business model focuses on offering a wide range of merchandise, including both branded and private-label products, in bulk quantities at discounted prices. This no-frills approach is supported by a streamlined inventory system where products are stored on pallets in their warehouses, minimizing distribution and display expenses.
With over 600 warehouses in the United States alone, Costco secures more than 60% of the market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, the company operates an additional 270 warehouses in countries such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, the United Kingdom, and others, reflecting its extensive global reach.
Costco's membership model is key to its success, allowing the company to offer lower prices by generating consistent revenue from its annual membership fees. This structure helps in driving high sales volumes per warehouse and enables Costco to maintain strong profitability on thin margins.
Recent achievements include expanding its e-commerce platform, improving supply chain efficiency, and enhancing the overall customer experience. The company has also focused on sustainability initiatives, such as reducing its carbon footprint and investing in renewable energy projects.
Costco's financial condition remains robust, with steady revenue growth and a strong balance sheet. The company continuously explores opportunities for new partnerships and innovations in product offerings to further enhance its market position.
Costco (COST) reported net sales of $20.03 billion for October 2024, showing a 7.2% increase from $18.68 billion last year. The first nine weeks' sales reached $44.65 billion, up 8.0% year-over-year. Total company comparable sales grew 5.1% for the 4-week period and 5.9% for the 9-week period. E-commerce showed strong performance with 19.3% and 21.2% growth for the respective periods. October results were negatively impacted by sales pull-forward due to September's hurricanes and port strikes, affecting total and comparable sales by over 1% in the U.S. and slightly less worldwide.
Peloton Interactive, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTON) and Costco (NASDAQ: COST) have announced a partnership to sell the Peloton Bike+ in 300 US Costco stores and on Costco.com during the holiday season. Starting November 1, Costco members can purchase an exclusive Bike+ bundle through February 15, 2025, or while supplies last. This marks Peloton's first seasonal retail collaboration in the United States.
The Peloton Bike+ will be self-assembly and is expected to retail for $1,999 in-store and $2,199 online (including delivery), with a 48-month extended warranty. The required All-Access Membership, priced at $44 USD/month, provides unlimited access to Peloton's content library with 16 modalities.
This partnership allows Peloton to expand its third-party retail relationships and create exposure among Costco's 136 million loyal members during the important holiday season.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported net sales of $24.62 billion for September 2024, a 9.0% increase from $22.59 billion last year. Comparable sales showed growth across all regions, with total company comparable sales at 6.7% and e-commerce sales surging 22.9%. Excluding impacts from gasoline prices and foreign exchange, total company comparable sales were 8.9%.
The company noted that sales benefited from increased consumer activity due to Hurricane Helene and port strikes, boosting U.S. sales by approximately 2% and worldwide sales by 1.5%. Costco currently operates 891 warehouses globally and e-commerce sites in eight countries.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported its operating results for the 16-week fourth quarter and the 52-week fiscal year ended September 1, 2024. Fourth-quarter net sales were $78.2 billion, a 1.0% increase from $77.4 billion in the 17-week fourth quarter of 2023. Fiscal year net sales reached $249.6 billion, up 5.0% from $237.7 billion in the 53-week fiscal year 2023. Comparable sales for the 16 weeks were up 5.4% (U.S. 5.3%, Canada 5.5%, International 5.7%, E-commerce 18.9%). Net income for the fourth quarter was $2.354 billion, $5.29 per diluted share, compared to $2.160 billion, $4.86 per diluted share, in the 17-week fourth quarter last year. Fiscal year net income was $7.367 billion, $16.56 per diluted share, compared to $6.292 billion, $14.16 per diluted share, in the prior year. The results included a $63 million net non-recurring tax benefit. Costco operates 891 warehouses globally and e-commerce sites in multiple countries.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported net sales of $19.83 billion for August 2024, a 7.1% increase from last year. The company's fourth-quarter net sales reached $78.2 billion, up 1.0% year-over-year, while fiscal year 2024 net sales totaled $249.6 billion, a 5.0% increase from 2023.
Comparable sales for August showed strong growth, with total company sales up 5.0% and e-commerce sales surging 22.9%. Excluding impacts from gasoline prices and foreign exchange, total company comparable sales rose 7.1% for the month. Costco now operates 890 warehouses globally, with a significant presence in the U.S., Canada, and international markets.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported net sales of $19.26 billion for July 2024, a 7.1% increase from last year. The company's 48-week net sales reached $229.81 billion, also up 7.1% year-over-year. Notably, e-commerce sales surged by 20.2% for the month and 15.6% for the 48-week period. Comparable sales, excluding gasoline prices and foreign exchange impacts, showed strong growth across all regions, with Canada leading at 10.2% for the month. Costco currently operates 884 warehouses globally, with a significant presence in the United States, Canada, and various international markets.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported net sales of $24.48 billion for June, marking a 7.4% increase year-over-year, and net sales of $210.55 billion for the first 44 weeks, up 6.9% from last year. Comparable sales for 5 weeks were up 5.3% and 5.4% for 44 weeks. E-commerce sales saw significant growth, with an 18.4% increase over five weeks and 15.2% for 44 weeks.
Costco's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.16 per share, payable on August 9, 2024, to shareholders of record as of July 26, 2024. Additionally, Costco will increase membership fees effective September 1, 2024: U.S. and Canada Gold Star and Business memberships will go up by $5 annually to $65, while Executive Memberships will rise from $120 to $130. This fee hike will affect about 52 million memberships.
Costco operates 882 warehouses globally and several e-commerce sites across different countries.
Costco Wholesale reported net sales of $19.64 billion for May 2024, marking an 8.1% increase from the previous year. Year-to-date net sales for 39 weeks reached $186.07 billion, a 6.9% rise from last year's $174.07 billion. Comparable sales for May showed growth across various regions: the U.S. at 5.8%, Canada at 6.7%, and Other International at 9.3%. E-commerce sales saw a significant 15.3% increase. Excluding gasoline prices and foreign exchange impacts, comparable sales remained robust, with total company growth at 6.5% for May and 5.5% for the first 39 weeks. Costco operates 879 warehouses and multiple e-commerce platforms globally.
Costco Wholesale (Nasdaq: COST) reported its third-quarter and year-to-date results for fiscal 2024, ending May 12, 2024.
Net sales for Q3 increased by 9.1% to $57.39 billion, and for the first 36 weeks, they rose by 7.0% to $171.44 billion. Sales were positively influenced by a shift in the fiscal calendar, adding 0.5-1.0% for Q3.
Comparable sales for Q3 were up 6.6% overall, with U.S. sales up 6.2%, Canada 7.7%, and International 7.7%. E-commerce sales surged by 20.7%.
Net income for Q3 was $1.68 billion, or $3.78 per diluted share, compared to $1.30 billion, or $2.93 per diluted share, last year. For the first 36 weeks, net income was $5.01 billion, or $11.27 per diluted share, compared to $4.13 billion, or $9.30 per diluted share, last year.
Costco operates 878 warehouses globally and e-commerce sites in several countries. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for May 30, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. (PT).
Costco Wholesale reported net sales of $19.80 billion for April 2024, showing a 7.1% increase from the previous year. The total net sales for the year were $166.44 billion, up by 7.0% from last year. E-commerce sales also saw a significant increase. However, the shift in the timing of Easter negatively impacted total and comparable sales by over 0.5%.
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