Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%

ISSAQUAH, Wash. - Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST), a retail giant with a market capitalization of $467 billion and an "GREAT" overall financial health score according to InvestingPro, disclosed its sales figures for the retail month of May, revealing a 6.8% increase to $20.97 billion from $19.64 billion in the same period last year. For the first 39 weeks of its fiscal year, the company’s net sales climbed 8.0% to $201.02 billion, up from $186.07 billion compared to the previous year. Based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, the stock appears to be trading above its intrinsic value, with current revenue growth at 5.94% over the last twelve months.

The company’s comparable sales, which are a key indicator of a retailer’s health, also showed growth. In the United States, comparable sales for the four-week period ended June 1, 2025, rose by 4.1%, while the 39-week period saw a 6.5% increase. The company maintains strong financial metrics with a return on equity of 32% and holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet, according to InvestingPro analysis. Canadian stores reported a 3.3% and 4.4% rise for the respective periods. Other international locations outperformed with a 6.6% increase over the four weeks and a 3.4% increase over the 39-week span.

E-commerce continued to be a strong growth driver for Costco, with an 11.6% increase in the four-week period and a 15.8% rise over the 39 weeks. Adjusted for impacts from gasoline prices and foreign exchange, the e-commerce segment’s comparable sales saw an even higher increase of 12.0% for the four weeks and 16.6% for the 39 weeks.

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Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%

Published 06/04/2025, 04:21 PM
Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%
Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%
COST
0.41%

ISSAQUAH, Wash. - Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST), a retail giant with a market capitalization of $467 billion and an "GREAT" overall financial health score according to InvestingPro, disclosed its sales figures for the retail month of May, revealing a 6.8% increase to $20.97 billion from $19.64 billion in the same period last year. For the first 39 weeks of its fiscal year, the company’s net sales climbed 8.0% to $201.02 billion, up from $186.07 billion compared to the previous year. Based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, the stock appears to be trading above its intrinsic value, with current revenue growth at 5.94% over the last twelve months.

The company’s comparable sales, which are a key indicator of a retailer’s health, also showed growth. In the United States, comparable sales for the four-week period ended June 1, 2025, rose by 4.1%, while the 39-week period saw a 6.5% increase. The company maintains strong financial metrics with a return on equity of 32% and holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet, according to InvestingPro analysis. Canadian stores reported a 3.3% and 4.4% rise for the respective periods. Other international locations outperformed with a 6.6% increase over the four weeks and a 3.4% increase over the 39-week span.

E-commerce continued to be a strong growth driver for Costco, with an 11.6% increase in the four-week period and a 15.8% rise over the 39 weeks. Adjusted for impacts from gasoline prices and foreign exchange, the e-commerce segment’s comparable sales saw an even higher increase of 12.0% for the four weeks and 16.6% for the 39 weeks.


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The retailer also provided adjusted comparable sales figures excluding the impacts of changes in gasoline prices and foreign exchange. Under this measure, U.S. comparable sales increased by 5.5% for the four weeks and 7.7% for the 39-week period. Canadian stores saw a 6.3% increase for the month and 8.2% for the 39 weeks, while other international locations reported an 8.4% and 8.6% rise respectively. Overall, the company’s total comparable sales excluding these impacts were up 6.0% for the month and 7.9% for the 39 weeks.

Costco currently operates 905 warehouses worldwide, including 624 in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company’s e-commerce platforms are operational in several countries, including the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Australia. With a gross profit margin of 12.78% and an impressive Altman Z-Score of 10.04 indicating strong financial stability, Costco continues to demonstrate robust operational performance. For deeper insights into Costco’s financial health and growth prospects, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro, which covers over 1,400 top US stocks.

The company has made a pre-recorded message about these results available for interested parties, accessible on its investor relations website until June 11, 2025.

This report is based on a press release statement from Costco Wholesale Corporation and contains no endorsements of claims. The forward-looking statements in the release are subject to various risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.

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Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%

Published 06/04/2025, 04:21 PM
Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%
Costco reports 6.8% increase in May sales, e-commerce up 11.6%
COST
0.41%

ISSAQUAH, Wash. - Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST), a retail giant with a market capitalization of $467 billion and an "GREAT" overall financial health score according to InvestingPro, disclosed its sales figures for the retail month of May, revealing a 6.8% increase to $20.97 billion from $19.64 billion in the same period last year. For the first 39 weeks of its fiscal year, the company’s net sales climbed 8.0% to $201.02 billion, up from $186.07 billion compared to the previous year. Based on InvestingPro’s Fair Value analysis, the stock appears to be trading above its intrinsic value, with current revenue growth at 5.94% over the last twelve months.

The company’s comparable sales, which are a key indicator of a retailer’s health, also showed growth. In the United States, comparable sales for the four-week period ended June 1, 2025, rose by 4.1%, while the 39-week period saw a 6.5% increase. The company maintains strong financial metrics with a return on equity of 32% and holds more cash than debt on its balance sheet, according to InvestingPro analysis. Canadian stores reported a 3.3% and 4.4% rise for the respective periods. Other international locations outperformed with a 6.6% increase over the four weeks and a 3.4% increase over the 39-week span.

E-commerce continued to be a strong growth driver for Costco, with an 11.6% increase in the four-week period and a 15.8% rise over the 39 weeks. Adjusted for impacts from gasoline prices and foreign exchange, the e-commerce segment’s comparable sales saw an even higher increase of 12.0% for the four weeks and 16.6% for the 39 weeks.


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The retailer also provided adjusted comparable sales figures excluding the impacts of changes in gasoline prices and foreign exchange. Under this measure, U.S. comparable sales increased by 5.5% for the four weeks and 7.7% for the 39-week period. Canadian stores saw a 6.3% increase for the month and 8.2% for the 39 weeks, while other international locations reported an 8.4% and 8.6% rise respectively. Overall, the company’s total comparable sales excluding these impacts were up 6.0% for the month and 7.9% for the 39 weeks.

Costco currently operates 905 warehouses worldwide, including 624 in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company’s e-commerce platforms are operational in several countries, including the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Australia. With a gross profit margin of 12.78% and an impressive Altman Z-Score of 10.04 indicating strong financial stability, Costco continues to demonstrate robust operational performance. For deeper insights into Costco’s financial health and growth prospects, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro, which covers over 1,400 top US stocks.

The company has made a pre-recorded message about these results available for interested parties, accessible on its investor relations website until June 11, 2025.

This report is based on a press release statement from Costco Wholesale Corporation and contains no endorsements of claims. The forward-looking statements in the release are subject to various risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.


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In other recent news, Costco Wholesale has reported notable financial results and received varying analyst evaluations. BMO Capital Markets highlighted Costco’s third-quarter fiscal year 2025 results, showing a 13% year-over-year increase in earnings per share and an 8% revenue growth, driven by a 16% rise in e-commerce sales. UBS analyst Michael Lasser maintained a Buy rating, emphasizing Costco’s resilience and potential for continued growth despite challenges like LIFO charges and tariffs. TD Cowen also raised its price target for Costco to $1,175, citing strong traffic growth and competitive pricing strategies as key factors. Meanwhile, DA Davidson reaffirmed a Neutral rating with a $1,000 price target, noting a modest outperformance in revenue and earnings, albeit counterbalanced by increased expenses. Truist Securities increased its price target to $1,042, maintaining a Hold rating, and acknowledged Costco’s consistent comparable sales growth and effective merchandising strategies. The company continues to be recognized for its strong fundamentals and strategic positioning, which analysts believe could contribute to its market share expansion.