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Costco Tops Q4 Estimates as Sales Rise, Shares Slip on Valuation Jitters

Investor caution reflects a premium valuation plus tariff uncertainty.

Overview

  • Fiscal Q4 revenue reached $86.2 billion versus $86.1 billion expected, with earnings per share of $5.87 topping the $5.80 consensus.
  • Comparable sales rose 5.7% for the quarter, including 5.1% growth in the U.S. and 8.6% internationally.
  • The company did not issue formal guidance for the new fiscal year.
  • Management plans to expand Kirkland Signature offerings to provide alternatives to tariff‑impacted goods.
  • Shares fell a few percentage points after the report and are flat year to date, compared with a 13% gain for the S&P 500; the stock rose 39% last year versus 23% for the index.