Costco Stock (COST) Today: News, Analyst Forecasts, and What’s Driving Shares on December 17, 2025
Costco shares hovered near a 12-month low on December 17, trading around $862 after a rare analyst downgrade and debate over membership renewal rates. The company’s Q1 fiscal 2026 results beat expectations, with net sales up 8.2% to $65.98 billion and membership fees rising, but renewal rates dipped slightly. Investors cited valuation concerns and a lack of new catalysts for the stock’s decline.