Costco posts Q4 2026 profit above analysts' forecasts
Costco Wholesale reported net income of $2.998 billion for the quarter ending Aug. 30, translating to $6.75 per diluted share, beating Wall Street expectations.
For the 16-week period that concluded on Aug. 30, Costco posted a net profit of $2.998 billion, or $6.75 per diluted share. This compares with $2.610 billion and $5.87 per share a year earlier. Analysts had projected earnings of $6.48 per share, so the results exceeded those estimates. The earnings lift was attributed in part to a tariff refund received by the retailer.
Why it matters
The beat signals Costco's strong financial health and may influence investor sentiment and market trends.
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