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- Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)
- Selected Financial Data since 2005
- Net Profit Margin since 2005
- Operating Profit Margin since 2005
- Current Ratio since 2005
- Price to Earnings (P/E) since 2005
- Price to Operating Profit (P/OP) since 2005
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Calculation
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/S, long-term trends, calculation
| P/S | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Sales per share1 | Sales per share1 | = | Net sales1 (in millions) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
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| 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 Trend
- The share price exhibited an overall upward trajectory from 2005 through 2025. Beginning at approximately $50.06 in 2005, the price experienced steady increases with some fluctuations, reaching $81.77 in 2011 and continuing to climb significantly in later years. Notably, from 2018 onward, the share price accelerated sharply, surpassing $500 in 2023 and approaching values above $900 by 2025. This suggests strong market confidence and perceived value growth over the two decades.
- Sales Per Share Movement
- Sales per share demonstrated consistent growth over the period. Starting near $109.85 in 2005, sales per share developed steadily without major setbacks, progressing to over $200 by 2011 and continuing to increase each subsequent year. By 2025, sales per share reached roughly $609.04. This indicates ongoing revenue growth relative to the number of shares outstanding, reflecting business expansion and stronger sales performance.
- Price-to-Sales (P/S) Ratio Analysis
- The P/S ratio showed varying patterns. Initially, it fluctuated between 0.35 and 0.46 through the early years up to 2009, indicating moderate market valuation relative to sales. From 2010 to 2017, the ratio generally trended upward, moving from around 0.36 to approximately 0.58, implying increasing investor willingness to pay more per unit of sales. The most significant rise occurred from 2018 onwards, where the ratio increased from about 0.55 to peak at roughly 1.61 in 2024, before a slight decline to 1.5 in 2025. This surge suggests heightened market optimism or expectations for future growth and profitability beyond historical sales figures.
- Overall Insights
- The data reflects robust growth in both stock price and sales performance, with share price appreciating at a faster rate than sales per share, especially in the recent five-year period. The rising P/S ratio corroborates an increased valuation premium, possibly due to improved profitability prospects, market conditions, or investor sentiment. The consistent sales growth supports a stable operational foundation, while the elevated market multiples highlight expectations for sustained or accelerating future performance.
Comparison to Competitors
Costco Wholesale Corp., P/S, 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/S, 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/S, 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).