Costco Stock (COST) Before the Market Open on Dec. 22, 2025: Key News, Earnings Takeaways, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch
Costco reported Q1 fiscal 2026 net sales of $65.98 billion, up 8.2%, with net income at $2.001 billion and diluted EPS of $4.50. Shares traded near $855.62 after a year of underperformance, as investors questioned valuation despite steady growth. Membership fees rose to $1.329 billion, with total paid members at 81.4 million. Roth Capital issued a rare sell call, citing softer membership and rising competition.