BTIG has initiated coverage on Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) with a Buy rating as of October 14, 2025. This marks the firm's first assessment of the company's investment potential. Currently, Costco's shares are priced at $914.42.
Costco operates 891 warehouses globally, with 614 located in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company employs 341,000 full-time employees and provides a wide selection of merchandise, including exclusive member services. As of November 8, 2025, Costco has a market capitalization of $409.3 billion, a P/E ratio of 50.54, an EPS of 18.21, and a dividend yield of 56.3%.
Upcoming earnings are scheduled for May 26, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $4.89 and revenue of $69.4 billion. In its most recent quarter, Q4 2025, Costco reported an EPS of $5.87, slightly below the estimate of $5.92.
Analyst ratings and price targets provide insights based on research and financial models, but they are subject to change as new information becomes available. As of November 1, 2025, the consensus among analysts for Costco is a Buy, with 13 Strong Buy, 15 Buy, and 17 Hold ratings out of 45 total analysts.