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- Income Statement
- Statement of Comprehensive Income
- Analysis of Profitability Ratios
- Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)
- Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Selected Financial Data since 2005
- Operating Profit Margin since 2005
- Return on Equity (ROE) since 2005
- Current Ratio since 2005
- Price to Sales (P/S) since 2005
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Calculation
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net income attributable to Costco1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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| Oct 8, 2025 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 9, 2024 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 11, 2023 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 5, 2022 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Oct 11, 2019 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 26, 2018 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 18, 2017 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Oct 14, 2011 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 18, 2010 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Oct 16, 2009 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Oct 25, 2007 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Nov 17, 2006 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Nov 10, 2005 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Costco Wholesale Corp. Annual Report.
- Share Price
- The share price demonstrated a generally strong upward trend over the entire period. Starting at $50.06 in 2005, it displayed moderate fluctuations in the initial years, including a slight decline around 2008 coinciding with the global financial crisis. From 2011 onward, the share price consistently increased, reaching $914.8 by 2025. Notably, the growth accelerated markedly from 2018, reflecting heightened investor confidence or improved company performance during this time frame.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS)
- Earnings per share showed steady improvement throughout the years, starting at $2.25 in 2005 and rising to $18.27 in 2025. Despite a minor dip observed around 2009, EPS generally increased year-over-year, indicating sustained growth in profitability. This growth was particularly pronounced from 2017 forward, aligning with the surge in share price and suggesting enhanced operational efficiency or increased revenue generation capabilities.
- Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio
- The P/E ratio exhibited some variability, ranging between approximately 19.45 and 54.68 during the period. Early on, it fluctuated modestly with occasional peaks, such as in 2007 and 2009. More recently, from 2015 onward, the ratio tended to trend upwards, peaking significantly at 54.68 in 2024, before slightly easing to 50.06 in 2025. This indicates growing investor willingness to pay a premium for each dollar of earnings, possibly driven by expectations of continued growth or market positioning advantages.
- Overall Interpretation
- The dataset reveals a company experiencing consistent growth in earnings accompanied by substantial increases in share price, reflecting positive market sentiment. The rising P/E ratio in later years suggests investors have heightened expectations regarding future profitability. The resilience of EPS despite economic downturns and the acceleration in valuation metrics post-2017 indicate strong financial health and investor confidence. The divergence between faster share price growth and EPS expansion may also imply anticipated strategic initiatives or market expansion beyond current earnings figures.
Comparison to Competitors
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Costco Wholesale Corp. | Target Corp. | Walmart Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | |||
| Oct 9, 2024 | |||
| Oct 11, 2023 | |||
| Oct 5, 2022 | |||
| Oct 6, 2021 | |||
| Oct 7, 2020 | |||
| Oct 11, 2019 | |||
| Oct 26, 2018 | |||
| Oct 18, 2017 | |||
| Oct 12, 2016 | |||
| Oct 14, 2015 | |||
| Oct 15, 2014 | |||
| Oct 16, 2013 | |||
| Oct 19, 2012 | |||
| Oct 14, 2011 | |||
| Oct 18, 2010 | |||
| Oct 16, 2009 | |||
| Oct 16, 2008 | |||
| Oct 25, 2007 | |||
| Nov 17, 2006 | |||
| Nov 10, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).
Comparison to Sector (Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail)
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (consumer staples distribution & retail)
| Costco Wholesale Corp. | Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail | |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | ||
| Oct 9, 2024 | ||
| Oct 11, 2023 | ||
| Oct 5, 2022 | ||
| Oct 6, 2021 | ||
| Oct 7, 2020 | ||
| Oct 11, 2019 | ||
| Oct 26, 2018 | ||
| Oct 18, 2017 | ||
| Oct 12, 2016 | ||
| Oct 14, 2015 | ||
| Oct 15, 2014 | ||
| Oct 16, 2013 | ||
| Oct 19, 2012 | ||
| Oct 14, 2011 | ||
| Oct 18, 2010 | ||
| Oct 16, 2009 | ||
| Oct 16, 2008 | ||
| Oct 25, 2007 | ||
| Nov 17, 2006 | ||
| Nov 10, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer staples)
| Costco Wholesale Corp. | Consumer Staples | |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | ||
| Oct 9, 2024 | ||
| Oct 11, 2023 | ||
| Oct 5, 2022 | ||
| Oct 6, 2021 | ||
| Oct 7, 2020 | ||
| Oct 11, 2019 | ||
| Oct 26, 2018 | ||
| Oct 18, 2017 | ||
| Oct 12, 2016 | ||
| Oct 14, 2015 | ||
| Oct 15, 2014 | ||
| Oct 16, 2013 | ||
| Oct 19, 2012 | ||
| Oct 14, 2011 | ||
| Oct 18, 2010 | ||
| Oct 16, 2009 | ||
| Oct 16, 2008 | ||
| Oct 25, 2007 | ||
| Nov 17, 2006 | ||
| Nov 10, 2005 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-09-01), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-09-02), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-09-03), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-28).