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Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.

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Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) will likely highlight its recent membership fee increase and its impact on guidance when the company reports fourth-quarter financial results Thursday <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">after market close. </a>
Earnings Estimates: Analysts expect the retailer to report fourth-quarter revenue of $79.97 billion. That&#8217;s up from $78.94 billion in last year's fourth quarter, according to data<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent092524&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"> from Benzinga Pro.</a>
Costco missed analyst estimates for revenue in three of the last five quarters. It also missed estimates in six of the last 10 quarters overall.
Analysts expect Costco to report fourth-quarter earnings per share of $5.08, up from $4.86 in last year's fourth quarter. The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share in six straight quarters and nine of the last 10 quarters.
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Key Items to Watch: One of the biggest topics for Costco in the quarter will likely be the membership fee increase that was <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39728606/whats-going-on-with-costco-stock-thursday">announced in July</a> and kicked in on September 1. While the membership fee increase won't have a huge impact on the quarter, it could have led to an increase in new memberships and renewals to lock in the lower rate.
Analysts and investors will also be looking to see if Costco quantifies what the membership fee increase could mean for revenue if the company announces forward-looking guidance.
Costco stores saw an increase in visitors in the quarter, according to <a href="https://www.placer.ai/blog/costco-in-2024-a-deep-dive">data </a>from Placer.ai. The report said visits were up 10.5% in June, 7.6% in July and 10.6% in August on a year-over-year basis respectively. The report also found that Costco visit growth was ahead of other competitors like Target, Walmart and BJ's Wholesale Club. Costco visitors also spend more time in stores.
The retailer has had visitors increase every month in 2024 on a year-over-year basis, according to the report.  
"Costco's visitation patterns showcase a brand that is positively thriving in 2024. And though it may be too soon to assess the impact of the membership chain's recent fee hike, the warehouse chain appears poised to enjoy a robust November and December holiday season," the report said.
The key question for investors will be if the higher tracked visits in the quarter translated to strong sales growth and average purchase size for customers with the longer time spent in stores.
Price Action: Costco shares trade at $908.22 on Wednesday versus a 52-week trading range of $540.23 to $923.83. Costco stock is up 39.6% year-to-date in 2024.
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In today's rapidly changing and fiercely competitive business landscape, it is vital for investors and industry enthusiasts to carefully evaluate companies. In this article, we will perform a comprehensive industry comparison, evaluating Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) against its key competitors in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. By analyzing important financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to provide valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Costco Wholesale Background</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
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<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
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<td>Costco Wholesale Corp</td>
<td>55.90</td>
<td>18.36</td>
<td>1.58</td>
<td>7.9%</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$7.34</td>
<td>9.07%</td>
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<td>Walmart Inc</td>
<td>42.02</td>
<td>7.68</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>5.43%</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$42.52</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
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<td>Target Corp</td>
<td>16.13</td>
<td>4.99</td>
<td>0.67</td>
<td>8.43%</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>2.74%</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dollar General Corp</td>
<td>13.22</td>
<td>2.57</td>
<td>0.47</td>
<td>5.25%</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$3.06</td>
<td>4.23%</td>
</tr>
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<td>BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc</td>
<td>20.72</td>
<td>6.57</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>9.11%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>4.87%</td>
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<td>Pricesmart Inc</td>
<td>21.72</td>
<td>2.50</td>
<td>0.56</td>
<td>2.96%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>12.11%</td>
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<td>Sendas Distribuidora SA</td>
<td>16.75</td>
<td>2.30</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>2.58%</td>
<td>$1.34</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>11.81%</td>
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<td>Almacenes Exito SA</td>
<td>95.40</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>-0.29%</td>
<td>$303.29</td>
<td>$1299.7</td>
<td>-0.86%</td>
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<td>Average</td>
<td>32.28</td>
<td>3.86</td>
<td>0.5</td>
<td>4.78%</td>
<td>$45.47</td>
<td>$193.86</td>
<td>5.67%</td>
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 </style>By thoroughly analyzing Costco Wholesale, we can discern the following trends: 
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<li>
At 55.9, the stock's Price to Earnings ratio significantly exceeds the industry average by 1.73x, suggesting a premium valuation relative to industry peers.
</li>
<li>
The elevated Price to Book ratio of 18.36 relative to the industry average by 4.76x suggests company might be overvalued based on its book value.
</li>
<li>
The Price to Sales ratio of 1.58, which is 3.16x the industry average, suggests the stock could potentially be overvalued in relation to its sales performance compared to its peers.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.9% is 3.12% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
With lower Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $2.84 Billion, which is 0.06x below the industry average, the company may face lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
With lower gross profit of $7.34 Billion, which indicates 0.04x below the industry average, the company may experience lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 9.07% exceeds the industry average of 5.67%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727276435_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a financial metric that helps determine the level of financial risk associated with a company's capital structure.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
By analyzing Costco Wholesale in relation to its top 4 peers based on the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights can be derived:
<ul>
<li>
When considering the debt-to-equity ratio, Costco Wholesale exhibits a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers.
</li>
<li>
This indicates that the company has a favorable balance between debt and equity, with a lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43, which can be perceived as a positive aspect by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Costco Wholesale, the PE, PB, and PS ratios are all high compared to industry peers, indicating a potentially overvalued stock. On the other hand, the high ROE and revenue growth suggest strong performance relative to competitors. However, the low EBITDA and gross profit may raise concerns about operational efficiency and profitability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Market Analysis: Costco Wholesale And Competitors In Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail Industry

Consumers remained a pillar of support for the economy despite the high interest-rate environment that has prevailed since early 2022. With the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/09/40965372/fed-delivers-large-interest-rate-cut-in-bid-to-sustain-labor-market-stocks-gold-set-new-record-h">Federal Reserve implementing a substantial 50 basis-point</a> rate cut, the benefits of which are expected to trickle down to them, consumers are forecasted to splurge on purchases this holiday season, according to early forecasts provided by Adobe on Wednesday.
Vibrant Spending: Consumer E-commerce spending will likely reach a record $240.8 billion from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31, Adobe said. This included spending online, discounting, &#8216;Buy Now, Pay Later,&#8217; mobile shopping and more, it said. The forecast would mean an 8.4% year-over-year increase from the $221.8 billion spent in 2023, which saw a more modest 4.9% growth.
Electronics, apparel and furniture/home goods will account for the bulk of the spending. The firm&#8217;s analytics show spending on Black Friday &#8211; the Friday that follows the Thanksgiving Thursday, and Thanksgiving day will grow 9.9% and 8.7%, respectively. Cyber Monday online spending is expected to be up a more modest 6.1%.
Adobe expects discounts to peak at 30% this season, and drive over $2 billion in incremental online spending for retailers. The firm also said consumers will likely trade up to more expensive goods this season as opposed to the trend seen in recent months. Expensive goods will likely make up 19% of the share of the total online spending. In electronics, the share will likely be a steeper 58%.
Mobile shopping could make up 53.2% of total online spending and spending through BNPL could see another record this time. BNPL sales are expected to rise 11.4% to $18.5 billion, over 75% of this driven by mobile purchases.
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Best Time To Buy: This time around, discounts would be more spread out, with deals starting in October itself, Adobe said, adding that goods could trade up to 16% off the listed price in October. The discount could go up to 18% in November before the Cyber Week.
Hot Sellers: Among the most sought-after items are:
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<li>Madden NFL 25</li>
<li>Apple, Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40971882/as-apples-iphone-16-goes-on-sale-analyst-says-demand-off-to-strong-start-keeping-cu">iPhone 16</a></li>
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Stock Implications: With most spending likely happening online, those retailers having a strong online presence could be the ones to benefit the most. Pureplay electronics retailers such as Best Buy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NASDAQ">BBY</a>), Apple and Sony, e-commerce giant Amazon, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and retailers such as Walmart, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Costco Wholesale Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NYSE">COST</a>) could also be preferred destination for buying consumer electronics goods. 
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BNPL stocks such as Affirm Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>), Block, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>), and PayPal, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>) could reap the benefit of rising interest in purchases via the BNPL route.
The Commerce Department&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/09/40897882/retail-sales-rise-0-1-in-august-more-than-expected-boosting-odds-of-larger-fed-ra">retail sales report for August </a>released earlier this month showed an unexpected increase as weak auto &amp; auto parts sales were more than offset by strength in online sales, underlining the underlying strength. 
The SPDR S&amp;P Retail ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRT#NYSE">XRT</a>) ended Tuesday&#8217;s session up 0.80% at $77.13 but it has lost about 0.8% for the year even as the broader market hovers at a record high. The Fed rate cuts &#8211; the one announced and the two more anticipated before the year-end, and the seasonally strong holiday season could bring these stocks back to favor in the near term.
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Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in COST usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 18 extraordinary options activities for Costco Wholesale. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 33% leaning bullish and 33% bearish. Among these notable options, 6 are puts, totaling $238,687, and 12 are calls, amounting to $1,132,282.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $675.0 to $1200.0 for Costco Wholesale over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Costco Wholesale's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Costco Wholesale's whale trades within a strike price range from $675.0 to $1200.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Costco Wholesale 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727187389_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
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<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/11/24</td>
<td>$24.0</td>
<td>$23.6</td>
<td>$24.0</td>
<td>$910.00</td>
<td>$480.0K</td>
<td>47</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$251.2</td>
<td>$248.55</td>
<td>$251.2</td>
<td>$675.00</td>
<td>$175.8K</td>
<td>23</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$28.65</td>
<td>$29.0</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$142.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$67.85</td>
<td>$66.5</td>
<td>$66.5</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
<td>$66.5K</td>
<td>241</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$102.8</td>
<td>$100.05</td>
<td>$101.32</td>
<td>$1000.00</td>
<td>$60.7K</td>
<td>28</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Costco Wholesale</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Costco Wholesale, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Costco Wholesale's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 271,797, the price of COST is down -1.12% at $906.8. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 2 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Costco Wholesale</h3>
5 market experts have recently issued ratings for this stock, with a consensus target price of $919.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group persists with their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $925. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Truist Securities downgraded its action to Hold with a price target of $873. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Telsey Advisory Group continues to hold a Outperform rating for Costco Wholesale, targeting a price of $925. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Evercore ISI Group persists with their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $925. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $950. 
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Unpacking the Latest Options Trading Trends in Costco Wholesale

Truist Securities analyst Scot Ciccarelli downgrades Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) from Buy to Hold and maintains the price target from $873 to $873.

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Truist Securities Downgrades Costco Wholesale to Hold, Maintains Price Target to $873

Ratings for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) were provided by 28 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">14</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $920.14, a high estimate of $975.00, and a low estimate of $780.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $886.88, the current average has increased by 3.75%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1727114443_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Costco Wholesale is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Karen Short</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniela Nedialkova</td>
<td>Redburn Atlantic</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$890.00</td>
<td>$860.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Gutman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$855.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$975.00</td>
<td>$970.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$915.00</td>
<td>$910.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$780.00</td>
<td>$780.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$915.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$955.00</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Bania</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$875.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chuck Grom</td>
<td>Gordon Haskett</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$927.00</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$915.00</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>George Kelly</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$775.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$905.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Greg Melich</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
<td>$890.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karen Short</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$830.00</td>
<td>$765.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Laura Champine</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$970.00</td>
<td>$940.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$950.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Robert Ohmes</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$962.00</td>
<td>$874.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Peter Benedict</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$975.00</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joseph Feldman</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$850.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Costco Wholesale. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Costco Wholesale compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Costco Wholesale's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Costco Wholesale's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/COST/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Costco Wholesale analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Costco Wholesale</h2>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Costco Wholesale's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Costco Wholesale showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 9.07% as of 31 May, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: Costco Wholesale's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 2.87%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Costco Wholesale's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.9% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Costco Wholesale's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.5% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43, Costco Wholesale adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Demystifying Costco Wholesale: Insights From 28 Analyst Reviews

Melius Research analyst Karen Short initiates coverage on Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) with a Hold rating and announces Price Target of $950.

Initiation

Melius Research Initiates Coverage On Costco Wholesale with Hold Rating, Announces Price Target of $950

Jabil Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jbl#NYSE">JBL</a>) is set to release fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results on Sept. 26, before the opening bell. In the last reported quarter, the company delivered an earnings surprise of 2.16%. It pulled off a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 3.10%, on average.
The leading global supplier of electronic manufacturing services is likely to witness a revenue contraction year over year in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024. Soft demand trends in some end markets and macroeconomic challenges are likely to impede the top-line growth. Initiatives to improve profitability and free cash flow are positives.
<h2>Factors at Play</h2>
Jabil is placing a strong emphasis on integrating sophisticated AI and ML capabilities to enhance portfolio offerings and improve the efficiency of its internal process. Growing demand for AI infrastructure in data center space, along with AI proliferation in cloud, networking and industrial automation end markets are major tailwinds. Jabil&#39;s focus on end market and product diversification, coupled with its large-scale global operations, offers a high degree of resilience during times of macroeconomic and geopolitical disruption. Management&#39;s focus on operational efficiency and effective working capital management is boosting profitability and free cash flow.
However, demand softness in several key end markets, including 5G, renewable energy, digital print and healthcare is weighing on net sales. The company&#39;s automotive vertical is also experiencing headwinds as the Chinese automotive market grapples with overcapacity and high inventory levels. Moreover, the launch of new electric vehicle platforms has been postponed by several quarters. These factors are likely to have impeded revenues in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024. The company&#39;s strategy to move away from less prospective markets by restructuring and reshaping its portfolio will impact top-line growth in the near term.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the DMS vertical is pegged at $3.384 billion, indicating a decline from $4.436 billion reported in the year-ago quarter. Revenues from the EMS vertical are pegged at $3.169 billion, implying a downtrend from $4.022 billion in the year-ago quarter.
For the August quarter, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $6.573 billion, which indicates a decline from the year-ago quarter&#39;s tally of $8.458 billion. The consensus estimate for earnings is pegged at $2.23, suggesting a decrease from $2.45 reported in the prior-year quarter.
<h2>Earnings Whispers</h2>
Our proven model doesn&#39;t conclusively predict an earnings beat for Jabil this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. This is not the case here.
Earnings ESP: Earnings ESP, which represents the difference between the Most Accurate Estimate and the Zacks Consensus Estimate, is -0.22%.
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<h3>Jabil, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise</h3>
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Jabil, Inc. price-eps-surprise | Jabil, Inc. Quote
Zacks Rank: Jabil currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
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<h2>Stocks to Consider</h2>
Here are some companies you may want to consider, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this season:
Accenture (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/acn#NYSE">ACN</a>) is set to release its quarterly numbers on Sept. 26. It has an Earnings ESP of +0.37% and a Zacks Rank #2.
The Earnings ESP for Carnival (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ccl#NYSE">CCL</a>) stands at +2.99%. The company carries a Zacks Rank of 3. It is scheduled to report quarterly numbers on Sept. 30.
The Earnings ESP for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cost#NASDAQ">COST</a>) stands at +0.62%, and it carries a Zacks Rank of 3. The company is scheduled to report quarterly numbers on Sept. 26.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2339327/will-revenue-contraction-affect-jabil-s-q4-earnings-results?cid=CS-BENZ-FT-analyst_blog|earnings_preview-2339327">To read this article on Zacks.com click here.</a>

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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Costco Wholesale. Our analysis of options history for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) revealed 20 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 30% of traders were bullish, while 45% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 8 were puts, with a value of $300,550, and 12 were calls, valued at $465,691.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $585.0 and $930.0 for Costco Wholesale, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Costco Wholesale's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Costco Wholesale's whale activity within a strike price range from $585.0 to $930.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Costco Wholesale Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726847158_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$98.2</td>
<td>$93.9</td>
<td>$95.3</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$95.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$32.65</td>
<td>$30.35</td>
<td>$32.65</td>
<td>$870.00</td>
<td>$65.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">470</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">77</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$323.2</td>
<td>$319.15</td>
<td>$323.2</td>
<td>$585.00</td>
<td>$64.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">389</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$55.1</td>
<td>$53.75</td>
<td>$54.41</td>
<td>$860.00</td>
<td>$48.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">548</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">31</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$45.3</td>
<td>$45.05</td>
<td>$45.3</td>
<td>$925.00</td>
<td>$36.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Costco Wholesale</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Costco Wholesale, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of Costco Wholesale</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 767,236, the price of COST is up by 0.25%, reaching $902.97.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 6 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What The Experts Say On Costco Wholesale</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $928.0.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $915. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $925. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Telsey Advisory Group keeps a Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale with a target price of $925. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Morgan Stanley persists with their Overweight rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $950. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group keeps a Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale with a target price of $925. 
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Decoding Costco Wholesale's Options Activity: What's the Big Picture?

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Costco Wholesale.
Looking at options history for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) we detected 10 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 60% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 30% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $256,830 and 8, calls, for a total amount of $588,031.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $800.0 to $1360.0 for Costco Wholesale over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Costco Wholesale's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Costco Wholesale's whale activity within a strike price range from $800.0 to $1360.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Costco Wholesale Option Volume And Open Interest Over Last 30 Days</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726669037_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$467.0</td>
<td>$457.1</td>
<td>$462.3</td>
<td>$1360.00</td>
<td>$231.1K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$99.35</td>
<td>$97.05</td>
<td>$99.18</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$198.4K</td>
<td>761</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">21</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$99.15</td>
<td>$93.55</td>
<td>$96.94</td>
<td>$800.00</td>
<td>$145.3K</td>
<td>761</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">36</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$2.46</td>
<td>$1.97</td>
<td>$2.23</td>
<td>$915.00</td>
<td>$66.0K</td>
<td>996</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">322</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$52.25</td>
<td>$54.0</td>
<td>$900.00</td>
<td>$48.6K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">9</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Costco Wholesale</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Costco Wholesale, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Costco Wholesale</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a trading volume of 91,308, the price of COST is up by 0.19%, reaching $899.0.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 8 days from now.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Costco Wholesale</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $902.0.
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group persists with their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $925. </li>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from DA Davidson keeps a Neutral rating on Costco Wholesale with a target price of $780. </li>
<li>An analyst from Telsey Advisory Group has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $925. </li>
<li>An analyst from Oppenheimer has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $955. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Evercore ISI Group continues to hold a Outperform rating for Costco Wholesale, targeting a price of $925. </li>
</ul>
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Looking At Costco Wholesale's Recent Unusual Options Activity

Kroger Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KR#NYSE">KR</a>) and Albertsons Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACI#NYSE">ACI</a>) shares closed lower Tuesday after lawyers for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) gave closing arguments in a hearing to temporarily block the proposed merger <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/09/40693260/kroger-albertsons-merger-in-ftc-crosshairs-customers-competitors-at-risk">between the two companies.&nbsp;</a>
The Details: The three-week-long U.S. District Court hearing ended on Tuesday. The FTC urged Judge Adrienne Nelson to issue a preliminary injunction to block the merger while its complaint goes before an in-house administrative law judge on Oct.1.
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The proposed $24.6 billion deal would be the largest supermarket merger in U.S. history, if it goes through. Kroger and Albertsons argue the merger would allow them to lower prices for consumers, boost union jobs and compete with retail giants like Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>) and Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>).&nbsp;
According to a Reuters report, the FTC's chief trial counsel Susan Musser argued Tuesday that Kroger and Albertsons primarily compete with each other, rather than Amazon or Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), as well, and the merger would eliminate competition, leading to higher food prices for customers. 
"It's this local competition, in these local communities, that this merger will eliminate," Musser said.
KR, ACI Price Action: According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Kroger shares ended Tuesday's session 2.13% lower at $55.04 and Albertsons shares closed 1.75% lower at $18.54.&nbsp;
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As the Federal Reserve transitions from a restrictive monetary policy to a more accommodative stance, investors are questioning how this regime change will <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">impact various asset classes. </a>
The central bank&#8217;s shift towards lower interest rates can have far-reaching implications across equities, bonds, and other markets.
Historically, stocks have tended to perform well following the Fed&#8217;s initial rate cuts—but with a crucial caveat: the economy must avoid slipping into a recession. An <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/09/40855247/fed-rate-cuts-and-s-p-500-the-why-matters-most-data-shows">analysis by Goldman Sachs</a> reveals that the S&amp;P 500 has experienced significant declines even after rate cuts if the U.S. economy entered a recession during those periods.
When it comes to bonds, lower interest rates have generally led to a decrease in bond yields, thus driving up bond prices. Unlike equities, this dynamic has historically played out somewhat independently of the economic cycle. However, &#8220;what's past is prologue&#8221; is not always a guarantee in financial markets.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">&#8216;Quality Can Be Found Across Asset Classes&#8217;</h2>
According to Bank of America&#8217;s latest Research Investment Committee (RIC) report, investors can identify quality opportunities across various asset classes, particularly in today&#8217;s shifting market landscape.
BofA analysts suggest that in the U.S. equity space, investors should adopt a defensive stance, focusing on companies with high free cash flow.
Savita Subramanian, head of U.S. equity &amp; quantitative strategy at BofA, notes that S&amp;P 500 valuations indicate low price returns for the next decade, making dividend payouts more crucial for total returns.
<ul>
<li>Utilities: Recently <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40823561/this-under-the-radar-defensive-ai-sector-quietly-outperforms-all-others-despite-rec">upgraded to Overweight by BofA, </a>the utilities sector stands out for its defensive characteristics and competitive yield. Subramanian indicates that growing power demand driven by AI-linked data centers bolsters the outlook for utility companies. ETFs like the First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXU#NYSE">FXU</a>) and the Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) are potential plays in this space.</li>
<li>Real Estate: Offering higher quality yield than before, with 70% of the sector rated B+ or better, the real estate sector provides attractive options. BofA notes that the S&amp;P 500 real estate segment has relatively low office exposure, which could mitigate some risks. Recommended ETFs include the Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) and iShares Cohen &amp; Steers REIT ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICF#NYSE">ICF</a>).</li>
<li>Consumer Staples: BofA finds the consumer staples sector tactically attractive, especially ETFs like the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>), which has substantial exposure to resilient companies like The Procter &amp; Gamble Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>), Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), Walmart Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>). Another sector play here is the iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYK#NYSE">IYK</a>). </li>
<li>Value, Quality, Dividends, and Buybacks: The bank is also bullish on factor-based ETFs, recommending exposure in value, quality, dividend, and buyback amid a strong free cash flow yield and potential for higher payouts than the broader S&amp;P 500 index. ETFs in this category include the Vanguard Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTV#NYSE">VTV</a>), Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COWZ#NYSE">COWZ</a>), Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>), and iShares Core Dividend ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIVB#NYSE">DIVB</a>).</li>
</ul>
Outside the U.S., Bank of America is bullish on Japanese equities as effective corporate reforms are expected &#8220;to unleash a mountain of cash.&#8221; The WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXJ#NYSE">DXJ</a>) is a top pick in this market, having gained 125% since 2019. This ETF also offers protection against the yen&#8217;s devaluation. 
In the fixed-income market, BofA suggests exposure to AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and long-dated Treasury bonds.
<ul>
<li>CLOs: BofA recommends the Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JAAA#NYSE">JAAA</a>), viewing these loans as quality yield options that have withstood stress during both the 2008 financial crisis and the 2020 pandemic-induced downturn.</li>
<li>Long-Dated Treasuries: Investors looking for duration exposure can consider the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>), which tracks long-dated Treasury bonds with a 17-year duration.</li>
</ul>
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<th>Asset Class</th>
<th>Name</th>
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<tbody>
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<td colspan="3">Equities</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Utilities</td>
<td>First Trust Utilities AlphaDEX ETF</td>
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<td>Utilities </td>
<td>Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund</td>
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<td>Real Estate</td>
<td>Real Estate Select Sector SPDR Fund </td>
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<td>Real estate</td>
<td>iShares Cohen &amp; Steers REIT ETF</td>
</tr>
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<td>Consumer staples</td>
<td>Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF </td>
</tr>
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<td>Consumer staples</td>
<td>iShares U.S. Consumer Staples ETF</td>
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<td>Value</td>
<td>Vanguard Value ETF</td>
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<td>Quality</td>
<td>Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dividend</td>
<td>Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Buybacks</td>
<td>iShares Core Dividend ETF </td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Japan</td>
<td>Wisdom Tree Japan Hedged Equity ETF</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="3">Fixed income</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Credit</td>
<td>Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Duration</td>
<td>iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF </td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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In the dynamic and fiercely competitive business environment, conducting a thorough analysis of companies is crucial for investors and industry enthusiasts. In this article, we will perform an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) in relation to its major competitors in the Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail industry. By closely examining crucial financial metrics, market position, and growth prospects, we aim to offer valuable insights for investors and shed light on company's performance within the industry.
<h3>Costco Wholesale Background</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>P/E</th>
<th>P/B</th>
<th>P/S</th>
<th>ROE</th>
<th>EBITDA (in billions)</th>
<th>Gross Profit (in billions)</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Costco Wholesale Corp</td>
<td>55.44</td>
<td>18.21</td>
<td>1.57</td>
<td>7.9%</td>
<td>$2.84</td>
<td>$7.34</td>
<td>9.07%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Walmart Inc</td>
<td>41.05</td>
<td>7.50</td>
<td>0.96</td>
<td>5.43%</td>
<td>$10.1</td>
<td>$42.52</td>
<td>4.77%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Target Corp</td>
<td>15.29</td>
<td>4.73</td>
<td>0.64</td>
<td>8.43%</td>
<td>$2.4</td>
<td>$7.65</td>
<td>2.74%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dollar General Corp</td>
<td>12.55</td>
<td>2.44</td>
<td>0.45</td>
<td>5.25%</td>
<td>$0.79</td>
<td>$3.06</td>
<td>4.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc</td>
<td>19.73</td>
<td>6.26</td>
<td>0.51</td>
<td>9.11%</td>
<td>$0.27</td>
<td>$0.96</td>
<td>4.87%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pricesmart Inc</td>
<td>20.72</td>
<td>2.38</td>
<td>0.54</td>
<td>2.96%</td>
<td>$0.07</td>
<td>$0.21</td>
<td>12.11%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sendas Distribuidora SA</td>
<td>17.89</td>
<td>2.46</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>2.58%</td>
<td>$1.34</td>
<td>$2.95</td>
<td>11.81%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Almacenes Exito SA</td>
<td>94.97</td>
<td>0.44</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>-0.29%</td>
<td>$303.29</td>
<td>$1299.7</td>
<td>-0.86%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Average</td>
<td>31.74</td>
<td>3.74</td>
<td>0.49</td>
<td>4.78%</td>
<td>$45.47</td>
<td>$193.86</td>
<td>5.67%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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 </style>Through a thorough examination of Costco Wholesale, we can discern the following trends: 
<ul>
<li>
The Price to Earnings ratio of 55.44 for this company is 1.75x above the industry average, indicating a premium valuation associated with the stock.
</li>
<li>
It could be trading at a premium in relation to its book value, as indicated by its Price to Book ratio of 18.21 which exceeds the industry average by 4.87x.
</li>
<li>
The stock's relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 1.57, surpassing the industry average by 3.2x, may indicate an aspect of overvaluation in terms of sales performance.
</li>
<li>
The Return on Equity (ROE) of 7.9% is 3.12% above the industry average, highlighting efficient use of equity to generate profits.
</li>
<li>
The Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) of $2.84 Billion is 0.06x below the industry average, suggesting potential lower profitability or financial challenges.
</li>
<li>
The company has lower gross profit of $7.34 Billion, which indicates 0.04x below the industry average. This potentially indicates lower revenue after accounting for production costs.
</li>
<li>
The company's revenue growth of 9.07% exceeds the industry average of 5.67%, indicating strong sales performance and market outperformance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Debt To Equity Ratio</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726066835_0.png" alt="debt to equity" />
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio provides insights into the proportion of debt a company has in relation to its equity and asset value.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
When evaluating Costco Wholesale alongside its top 4 peers in terms of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, the following insights arise:
<ul>
<li>
Costco Wholesale has a stronger financial position compared to its top 4 peers, as evidenced by its lower debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43.
</li>
<li>
This suggests that the company has a more favorable balance between debt and equity, which can be perceived as a positive indicator by investors.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Takeaways</h3>
For Costco Wholesale, the PE, PB, and PS ratios are all high compared to industry peers, indicating a potentially overvalued stock. On the other hand, the high ROE and revenue growth suggest strong performance relative to competitors. However, the low EBITDA and gross profit levels may raise concerns about operational efficiency and profitability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyzing Costco Wholesale In Comparison To Competitors In Consumer Staples Distribution &amp; Retail Industry

<ul>
<li>FlexPay 6 Terminal and iNFX Architecture Selected for Maximum Uptime and Transaction Speed</li>
<li>Invenco by GVR Will Begin Rollout to 76 Sites in October 2024&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vontier.com%2F&amp;esheet=54120603&amp;newsitemid=20240911281438&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Vontier+Corporation&amp;index=1&amp;md5=df30f3b508d6e7de64c32da9fc4c8932">Vontier Corporation</a> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNT#NYSE">VNT</a>), a leading global provider of critical technologies and solutions to connect, manage and scale the mobility ecosystem, announced today that Costco Wholesale Corporation has chosen Vontier's <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.invenco.com%2F&amp;esheet=54120603&amp;newsitemid=20240911281438&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=Invenco+by+GVR&amp;index=2&amp;md5=53de8592d9a91be633d54a9f787d5446">Invenco by GVR</a> business to deliver advanced payment solutions at their 76 fueling sites throughout Canada, with rollout beginning in October 2024.
Costco is a high-volume fuel retailer and prioritizes maintaining exceptional member satisfaction, with maximum uptime and transaction speeds. Costco's member experience will be further enhanced with Invenco's cutting-edge technology, which allows for communication with members at the pump in new ways, including bespoke media and customized loyalty.

Costco Selects Vontier's Invenco By GVR Technology To Power Advanced Payment Solutions Across Entire Canadian Portfolio, Will Begin Rollout To 76 Sites In October 2024

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bullish move on Costco Wholesale. Our analysis of options history for Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) revealed 41 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 46% of traders were bullish, while 29% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 5 were puts, with a value of $460,708, and 36 were calls, valued at $4,673,027.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $255.0 and $1100.0 for Costco Wholesale, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Development</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Costco Wholesale options trades today is 224.82 with a total volume of 2,474.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Costco Wholesale's big money trades within a strike price range of $255.0 to $1100.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Costco Wholesale 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725999328_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$93.6</td>
<td>$91.7</td>
<td>$92.9</td>
<td>$870.00</td>
<td>$1.3M</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$642.85</td>
<td>$638.0</td>
<td>$638.0</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$446.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">37</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$626.0</td>
<td>$623.05</td>
<td>$626.0</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
<td>$438.2K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">113</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$49.95</td>
<td>$49.0</td>
<td>$49.0</td>
<td>$1000.00</td>
<td>$367.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">167</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">77</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$501.0</td>
<td>$501.0</td>
<td>$501.0</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$350.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">38</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Costco Wholesale</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
<h3>Where Is Costco Wholesale Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,308,047, with COST's price down by -0.25%, positioned at $894.29.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 16 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Costco Wholesale</h3>
Over the past month, 5 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $936.0.
<ul>
<li>An analyst from Loop Capital persists with their Buy rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $975. </li>
<li>Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Redburn Atlantic lowers its rating to Neutral with a new price target of $890.</li>
<li>An analyst from Stifel has decided to maintain their Buy rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $915. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from BMO Capital continues to hold a Outperform rating for Costco Wholesale, targeting a price of $950. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Morgan Stanley continues to hold a Overweight rating for Costco Wholesale, targeting a price of $950. </li>
</ul>
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Redburn Atlantic analyst Daniela Nedialkova downgrades Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) from Buy to Neutral and raises the price target from $860 to $890.

Redburn Atlantic Downgrades Costco Wholesale to Neutral, Raises Price Target to $890

Deep-pocketed investors have adopted a bullish approach towards Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), and it's something market players shouldn't ignore. Our tracking of public options records at Benzinga unveiled this significant move today. The identity of these investors remains unknown, but such a substantial move in COST usually suggests something big is about to happen.
We gleaned this information from our observations today when Benzinga's options scanner highlighted 51 extraordinary options activities for Costco Wholesale. This level of activity is out of the ordinary.
The general mood among these heavyweight investors is divided, with 58% leaning bullish and 27% bearish. Among these notable options, 12 are puts, totaling $632,309, and 39 are calls, amounting to $1,803,267.
<h3>Predicted Price Range</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $335.0 to $1040.0 for Costco Wholesale over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
In terms of liquidity and interest, the mean open interest for Costco Wholesale options trades today is 335.42 with a total volume of 1,816.00.
In the following chart, we are able to follow the development of volume and open interest of call and put options for Costco Wholesale's big money trades within a strike price range of $335.0 to $1040.0 over the last 30 days.
<h3>Costco Wholesale Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1725907559_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$42.35</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
<td>$160.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">129</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$36.8</td>
<td>$35.95</td>
<td>$36.39</td>
<td>$885.00</td>
<td>$145.5K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">293</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">41</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$40.05</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$40.0</td>
<td>$920.00</td>
<td>$112.0K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">129</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$90.65</td>
<td>$89.05</td>
<td>$89.9</td>
<td>$880.00</td>
<td>$107.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>COST</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$17.6</td>
<td>$17.2</td>
<td>$17.44</td>
<td>$890.00</td>
<td>$104.6K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">862</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">120</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Costco Wholesale</h3>
Costco operates a membership-based, no-frills retail model, predicated on offering a select product assortment in bulk quantities at bargain prices. The firm avoids maintaining costly product displays by keeping inventory on pallets and limits distribution expenses by storing its inventory at point of sale in the warehouse. Given Costco's frugal cost structure, the firm is able to price its merchandise below competing retailers, driving high sales volume per warehouse and allowing the retailer to generate strong profits on thin margins. Costco operates over 600 warehouses in the United States and enjoys over 60% market share in the domestic warehouse club industry. Internationally, Costco operates another 270 warehouses, primarily in markets such as Canada, Mexico, Japan, and the UK.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Costco Wholesale, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Where Is Costco Wholesale Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,002,725, with COST's price up by 1.71%, positioned at $891.63.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be approaching overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 17 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Costco Wholesale</h3>
In the last month, 5 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $910.0.
<ul>
<li>Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Morgan Stanley keeps a Overweight rating on Costco Wholesale with a target price of $950. </li>
<li>An analyst from DA Davidson has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $780. </li>
<li>An analyst from Oppenheimer has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Costco Wholesale, which currently sits at a price target of $955. </li>
<li>An analyst from Stifel persists with their Buy rating on Costco Wholesale, maintaining a target price of $915. </li>
<li>Maintaining their stance, an analyst from BMO Capital continues to hold a Outperform rating for Costco Wholesale, targeting a price of $950. </li>
</ul>
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Discount retailers are positioned for strong gains in the U.S. market, as a confluence of economic variables drives consumers to look for affordable options when they purchase. Given this backdrop, it could be wise to load up the shares of Costco Wholesale Corp. (COST), Burlington Stores (BURL), and PriceSmart (PSMT) for substantial returns. Read more… As the inflationary pressures persist, many households are becoming more cautious with their spending, seeking value and affordability. This shift in consumer behavior has positively impacted discount retailers, allowing them to thrive in these uncertain economic times.
In this environment, quality retail stocks like Costco Wholesale Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">COST</a>), Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>), and PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>) are well-positioned for solid gains.
According to EY's Future Consumer Index (FCI), <a href="https://www.ey.com/en_us/newsroom/2024/05/ey-future-consumer-index">49% of consumers</a> are now turning to loyalty programs, private brands, and discounts for both essentials and discretionary items. As value takes priority, discount retailers have become trusted allies, offering competitive prices without sacrificing quality.
In addition, by embracing digital platforms and omnichannel strategies, these retailers expanded their reach and improved the overall shopping experience. Many have also ramped up their private label products, which offer better margins and allow for cost savings, further solidifying their appeal to budget-conscious shoppers.
Moreover, the global discount retail market is on a strong growth trajectory, with projections estimating it to <a href="https://store.beelta.com/blogs/news/exploring-the-global-discount-retail-market-5-35-growth-trend-projected-to-reach-830-billion">reach $830 billion by 2030</a>, growing at a CAGR of 5.35%. This solid outlook underscores the increasing demand for budget-friendly options and the sector's ability to thrive in a shifting economic landscape.
Let's examine the fundamentals of the above-mentioned stocks in detail:
Costco Wholesale Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">COST</a>)
COST, along with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation of membership warehouses internationally.  The company offers branded and private-label products in various merchandise categories, warehouse ancillary, and other businesses. It operates through three segments: United States Operations; Canadian Operations; and Other International Operations. 
On August 9, the company paid its shareholders a quarterly <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/dividend.asp">dividend</a> of $1.16 per share. With 19 years of consecutive dividend growth, COST pays an annual dividend of $4.64, which translates to a yield of 0.51% at the prevailing price levels. Its four-year average dividend yield is 1.65%. The company's dividend payments have grown at a CAGR of 23% over the past three years and a 17.9% CAGR over the past five years.
COST's trailing-12-month ROTC of 17.72% is 158.4% higher than the 6.86% industry average. Similarly, its 10.56% trailing-12-month ROTA is 144.4% higher than the industry average of 4.32%. Also, its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 3.77x compares favorably to the industry average of 0.86x.
For the third quarter of 2024, which ended on May 12, COST's total revenue increased 9.1% year-over-year to $58.52 billion, while its operating income stood at $2.20 billion, up 30.9% year-over-year. Its net income for the quarter amounted to $1.68 billion or $3.78 per share, representing an increase of 29% from the same period last year. Also, the company's net cash flow from operating activities grew 14.1% from the year-ago value to $8.38 billion.
The consensus revenue estimate of $80.02 billion for the fiscal fourth quarter (ended August 2024) represents a 1.4% increase year-over-year. The consensus EPS estimate of $5.07 for the same quarter indicates a 4.4% improvement year-over-year. The company has an impressive earnings surprise history; it surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has surged 64.2%, closing the last trading session at $917.08.
COST's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
COST has a B grade for Momentum and Stability. It is ranked #28 out of 37 stocks in the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/grocery-big-box-retailers/">Grocery/Big Box Retailers</a> industry. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/COST/">Click here</a> to see the additional ratings for COST (Growth, Value, Sentiment, and Quality).
Burlington Stores, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">BURL</a>)
BURL operates as a retailer of branded merchandise, providing fashion-focused merchandise that includes ready-to-wear apparel for women, menswear, youth apparel, footwear, accessories, toys, gifts, and beauty products. 
BURL's trailing-12-month gross profit margin and ROTC of 43.08% and 7.24% are 15.8% and 17.4% higher than their respective industry averages of 37.19% and 6.16%. Likewise, its trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 1.39x is 40% above the industry average of 0.99x.
BURL's total revenue for the second quarter (ended August 3, 2024) increased 13.4% year-over-year to $2.47 billion. Its adjusted EBITDA grew 43.3% from the prior year's quarter to $201.84 million. The company's adjusted net income stood at $77.49 million, up 99.3% year-over-year, while its adjusted EPS doubled from the year-ago value to $1.20.
The company has updated its fiscal year 2024 outlook, and it now expects its total sales projection to range from 9% to 10% on top of the 10% increase for the 52 weeks ending January 27, 2024. Additionally, it expects adjusted EBIT to increase in the range of 50 bps to 70 bps. This guidance suggests the adjusted EPS to be between $7.66 and $7.96.
Analysts expect BURL's revenue for the third quarter (ending October 2024) to grow 11.6% year-over-year to $2.56 billion, while its EPS for the same period is expected to increase 58% from the prior year to $1.55. Moreover, the company has topped the revenue and EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
BURL shares have surged 98.8% over the past year and 41.8% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $271.98.
BURL's bright prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Growth and Sentiment while a B for Momentum and Quality. Within the A-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/fashion-luxury/">Fashion &amp; Luxury</a> industry, it is ranked #13 out of 59 stocks. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/BURL/">Click here</a> to see BURL's ratings for Value and Stability.
PriceSmart, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">PSMT</a>)
PSMT owns and operates U.S.-style membership shopping warehouse clubs internationally. The company provides basic and private-label consumer products under the Member's Selection brand, including groceries, health and beauty aids, electronics, and clothing. It also operates as an e-commerce platform.
The company pays an annual dividend of $1.16 per share, which translates to a yield of 1.28% on the current share price. Its four-year average yield is 1.22%. PSMT's dividend payouts have grown at impressive CAGRs of 18.3% and 10.6% over the past three and five years, respectively.
The stock's trailing-12-month ROTC of 9.97% is 45.4% higher than the industry average of 6.86%. Similarly, its 2.43x trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio is 183.4% above the industry average of 0.86x.
In the fiscal third quarter that ended on May 31, 2024, PSMT's total revenues increased 12.1% year-over-year to $1.23 billion. The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $71.04 million, indicating an 11.3% growth from the prior year quarter. PSMT's net income came in at $32.49 million, up 9.9% year-over-year, while its adjusted net income per share grew 3.8% from the year-ago value to $1.08.
Street expects PSMT's revenue for the fiscal fourth quarter (ended August 2024) to increase 8.9% year-over-year to $1.22 billion. Moreover, its EPS estimate of $1.02 for the same period indicates a 107.1% improvement year-over-year. In addition, it surpassed the revenue estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Shares of PSMT have gained 19.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $89.
PSMT's strong fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of A, which translates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has an A grade for Growth and a B for Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Out of 37 stocks in the Grocery/Big Box Retailers industry, PSMT is ranked #9. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/PSMT/">Click here</a> to see PSMT's rating for Quality.
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