Costco Wholesale Corporation Ranks 22nd in Trading Volume with $20.17 Billion Despite Missing Revenue Expectations

On May 29, 2025, Costco Wholesale Corporation reported a trading volume of 20.17 billion, ranking 22nd in the day's stock market. The company's stock price fell by 0.43%, marking the second consecutive day of decline, with a total decrease of 0.89% over the past two days.

Costco Wholesale Corporation released its third-quarter and year-to-date operating results for fiscal 2025. The company reported net sales of $61.96 billion, an 8.0% increase from the previous year. This growth was driven by a 5.7% increase in comparable sales, highlighting strong consumer demand.

Despite the robust sales performance, Costco missed its quarterly revenue expectations. The company's revenue for the quarter was $61.96 billion, falling short of the consensus estimate of $63.11 billion. This shortfall was attributed to factors such as fluctuating gasoline prices and foreign exchange rates, which impacted comparable sales figures.

Costco's net income for the quarter was $1.90 billion, or $4.28 per diluted share, surpassing the estimated earnings per share of $4.13. The company's operating income for the quarter was $2.53 billion, up from $2.20 billion last year. Total revenue for the quarter was $63.21 billion, including $1.24 billion from membership fees.

Costco's strong financial results and market position make it a compelling consideration for value investors. The company's strategic focus on cost efficiency and value offerings continues to attract consumers, driving sales growth. However, external factors such as economic conditions and currency fluctuations remain potential challenges.