Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, operates membership warehouses globally. Valued at $469.8 billion by market cap, the company offers a diverse range of branded and private-label products, including groceries, electronics, appliances, and automotive supplies, along with pharmacies, optical centers, fuel stations, and travel services.
Shares of this discount stores giant have outperformed the broader market over the past year. COST has gained 46.3% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 20.7%. In 2025, COST stock is up 15.5%, surpassing SPX’s 3.2% rise on a YTD basis.
