Historical cost News Stories
Costco Cuts 2026 Openings; Tariff Lawsuit, Q1 Wins
Costco reported strong Q1 fiscal 2026 results and membership growth but trimmed planned 2026 store openings from 35 to 28. A tariff lawsuit and rising digital sales are key developments likely to influence COST stock in the near term.
Costco Stock Slips After Sales Slow, Tariff Suit
Costco’s shares cooled after recent data showed decelerating same‑store sales and softer traffic trends, while the company pressed a high‑stakes lawsuit seeking tariff refunds. A planned Guilderland, NY warehouse highlights longer‑term growth even as investors watch upcoming earnings and legal outcomes closely.
Costco Membership Gains, Digital Sales Boost COST!
Costco’s recent reporting shows membership fee strength and rapid digital‑enabled sales growth, while a competitor’s upbeat earnings and a debunked physical‑card rumor provide short‑term context. These confirmed developments reinforce Costco’s subscription revenue moat and omnichannel momentum, with a few retention metrics to monitor.
Costco Stock: Analyst Updates & Membership Signals
Fresh analyst revisions trimmed some price targets for COST, while membership-retention anecdotes highlight operational focus. Here’s a concise investor update on recent developments affecting Costco stock.
Costco Surges: Membership, Digital Sales Fuel COST
Costco’s recent operational moves — membership upgrades, stronger digital channels and selective store growth — are driving outsized sales and supporting COST’s stock narrative. Recent quarterly and monthly metrics show membership income and e-commerce are meaningful profit levers.
Costco October Sales Jump - Digital Sales Surge Up
Costco reported strong October sales with digital-enabled revenue driving notable gains. Four-week and nine-week sales rose 8.6% and 8.3% respectively, while digitally-enabled comparable sales jumped double-digits. Same-store growth and membership strength underpin the results, though valuation questions remain for COST shares.