Costco's Fourth-Quarter Results Highlight Strong Digital Sales Growth
Costco Wholesale reported strong fourth-quarter results for fiscal 2026, with revenue rising to $95.7 billion — an increase of 11% year over year. The company saw a significant boost in digital sales, which grew by 19.5%, contributing substantially to its overall performance. Adjusted comparable sales increased across all regions: U.S. warehouses rose 7.2%, Canada advanced 4.6%, and other international locations gained 6.2%. GAAP net income climbed nearly 15% to $3 billion, or $6.75 per share. Costco's digital success was driven by six key categories: pharmacy, home furnishings, small electronics, hardware, housewares, and domestics (home textiles). Despite its traditional focus on in-store shopping, the company is seeing increased online engagement for larger purchases that are more convenient to order digitally. The stock saw mixed after-hours trading as investors reacted to the results. The performance exceeded analyst expectations, with revenue beating forecasts of $94.9 billion and EPS surpassing predicted levels.
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