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Costco Wholesale (COST) Financial Results
Report publication dates, analyst consensus, and how Costco Wholesale's stock price reacted to previous earnings — all in one place, in English.
When Costco Wholesale Reports Earnings
The next Costco Wholesale report is scheduled for December 10, 2026. The date is based on the company's announcement.
The expected earnings per share (EPS) is 4.94 USD. Analyst forecasts range from 4.62 to 5.61 USD. The market reacts not to the absolute earnings, but to the difference between the actual result and this forecast.
Expected revenue: 74.11 B USD.
Costco Wholesale's Last Report: What the Numbers Showed
Costco Wholesale's last published report covers the quarter ended August 31, 2026. Earnings per share reached 6.75 USD compared to an analyst forecast of 6.53 USD — 3.41% above expectations. On the first trading day after publication, the share price changed by +2.00%.
Insider Trades: Costco Wholesale
Who from the management board, supervisory board, US Congress, or government bought and sold shares of this company — based on official filings.
How the stock reacted to past earnings
The company beat analyst estimates in 100% of the last 4 quarters.
The average share price change on the day after earnings release is 2.18% — regardless of direction. The largest move was 4.72%. This number says more about the risk of holding a position through an earnings report than the earnings forecast itself.
| Quarter | Release date | EPS estimate | Actual EPS | Surprise | Share price reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 31, 2026 | September 24, 2026 | 6.53 | 6.75 | +3.41% | +2.00% |
| May 31, 2026 | May 28, 2026 | 4.92 | 4.93 | +0.14% | -4.72% |
| February 28, 2026 | March 5, 2026 | 4.54 | 4.58 | +0.78% | -0.86% |
| November 30, 2025 | December 11, 2025 | 4.28 | 4.50 | +5.26% | +1.15% |
How much this company's stock moves after earnings
Costco Wholesale's share price changes by an average of 2.18% on the first trading day after earnings releases — based on the last 4 reports, regardless of direction. This ranks 161 out of 180 companies for which we calculated this statistic.
Analyst forecasts for upcoming periods
The consensus is the average of many analysts' forecasts. The more analysts behind a number, the less likely it is to be a single error—but forecast agreement is never a guarantee of the actual result.
| Period | EPS estimate | EPS a year ago | Change | Revenue forecast | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current quarter | 4.91 | 4.50 | +9.00% | $74.11 bn | 22 |
| Next quarter | 5.12 | 4.58 | +11.76% | $76.46 bn | 22 |
| Current year | 22.79 | 20.76 | +9.78% | $328.74 bn | 31 |
| Next year | 25.06 | 22.79 | +9.96% | $352.70 bn | 28 |
Revenue and margins quarter by quarter
Margin shows how much of sales a company retains. Rising revenue with shrinking margins means growth is coming at the expense of profitability—and that's usually more interesting than sales growth alone.
| Quarter | Revenue | Gross margin | Operating margin | Net margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2026 | $70.53 bn | 12.77% | 3.99% | 3.11% |
| February 28, 2026 | $69.60 bn | 12.76% | 3.74% | 2.92% |
| November 30, 2025 | $67.31 bn | 13.07% | 3.66% | 2.97% |
| August 31, 2025 | $86.16 bn | 12.91% | 3.88% | 3.03% |
| May 31, 2025 | $63.20 bn | 12.99% | 4.00% | 3.01% |
Costco Wholesale Dividend
The last ex-dividend date was July 24, 2026. The date of the next payment is not yet known — it depends on the resolution of the general meeting, and Yahoo only publishes the date after it has been announced.
Who Reports in the Coming Weeks
Dates from the Portevo calendar — companies in the same industry are listed first, as their earnings often move the share prices of their peers even before their own reports.
About Costco Wholesale
Costco Wholesale Corporation is listed on Nasdaq under the ticker COST, and is headquartered in the United States. The company is in the Consumer Staples sector (industry: Discount Stores).
- Ticker: COST
- Exchange: Nasdaq
- Trading Currency: USD
- Sector: Consumer Staples
- Number of Analysts Providing Estimates: 35
- 52-Week Range: 844.06 – 1,096.50
- Company website: https://www.costco.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Costco Wholesale report earnings?
The next report is due on December 10, 2026.
What were Costco Wholesale's earnings last quarter?
For the quarter ended August 31, 2026: earnings per share 6.75 USD. This is +3.41% above analyst forecasts.
What is Costco Wholesale's stock ticker?
COST — on the Nasdaq exchange. You may also see COST on quote services.
What is the earnings per share forecast for Costco Wholesale?
The analyst consensus for the upcoming quarter is $4.94 per share. Individual forecasts range from $4.62 to $5.61.
How much does Costco Wholesale's stock price usually change after earnings?
On average, 2.18% in the session after publication, counting both directions. The largest recorded movement was 4.72%.
Does Costco Wholesale usually beat analyst forecasts?
In the last 4 quarters, results exceeded forecasts in 100% of cases. History does not predict the next report, but it shows how cautiously analysts approach this company.
Where can I check Costco Wholesale's financial results in English?
On Portevo — the earnings calendar, analyst forecasts, surprise history, and share price reactions are available for free and without an account.
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