Costco Wholesale Corp earnings per share and revenue
On Mar 05, 2026, COST reported earnings of 4.58 USD per share (EPS) for Q2 26, missing the estimate of 4.65 USD, resulting in a -1.54% surprise. Revenue reached 69.60 billion, compared to an expected 70.68 billion, with a -1.53% difference. The market reacted with a +1.58% price change (close before vs. close after earnings).
Looking ahead to Q3 26, 31 analysts forecast an EPS of 4.99 USD, with revenue projected to reach 70.04 billion USD, implying an increase of 8.95% EPS, and increase of 0.64% in Revenue from the last quarter.
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Ross Stores Inc
Report Date
Mar 03, 2026 For Q4 26
Estimate
$1.94
Actual
$2.00
Surprise
+3.02%
Target Corporation
Report Date
Mar 03, 2026 For Q4 26
Estimate
$2.17
Actual
$2.44
Surprise
+12.08%
BURLINGTON STORES, INC.
Report Date
Mar 05, 2026 For Q4 26
Estimate
$4.84
Actual
$4.88
Surprise
+1.02%
FAQ
What were Costco Wholesale Corp's earnings and revenue for the latest quarter Q2 2026?
For Q2 2026, Costco Wholesale Corp reported EPS of $4.58, missing estimates by -1.54%, and revenue of $69.60B, -1.53% below expectations.
How did the market react to Costco Wholesale Corp's Q2 2026 earnings?
The stock price moved up 1.58%, changed from $982.57 before the earnings release to $998.10 the day after.
When is Costco Wholesale Corp expected to report next?
The next earning report is scheduled for May 27, 2026.
What are the forecasts for Costco Wholesale Corp's next earnings report?
Based on 31
analysts, Costco Wholesale Corp is expected to report EPS of $4.99 and revenue of $70.04B for Q3 2026.