Fiscal Year: September - August
Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), listed on the NASDAQ, has a market capitalization of $446.43B. As of Oct 23, 2026, the stock is trading at $1,007.45 per share@else an unavailable price , offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Costco Wholesale Corporation is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 48.53, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Costco Wholesale Corporation also offers a dividend yield of 0.58%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) has a DCF fair value that is only shown to premium members. To see it, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Costco Wholesale Corporation is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Costco Wholesale Corporation is 47.71, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. It is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
The fair value of Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) is determined through our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis. This value represents the intrinsic worth of the stock based on its expected future cash flows. To view the specific fair value, consider subscribing to our service for complete access.
The SS Score is a proprietary financial quality metric that assesses factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow growth, and debt levels. It helps investors evaluate the overall financial health of Costco Wholesale Corporation. To access the full SS Score, consider upgrading your subscription.
Costco Wholesale Corporation is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $446.43B and a competitive P/E ratio of 48.53. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Costco Wholesale Corporation is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
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Projected from reported cash flow (SEC filings). The starting point is the latest yearly revenue times the median free cash flow margin of the last five years. Years 1 to 5 grow at the revenue growth rate of the last five years (between -5% and 15%), and years 6 to 10 slow down to the 2.5% perpetual growth rate. These are Studying Stocks' own estimates, not analyst forecasts, and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 9.21B | 9.12% | Projected |
| 2028 | 10.05B | 9.12% | Projected |
| 2029 | 10.97B | 9.12% | Projected |
| 2030 | 11.97B | 9.12% | Projected |
| 2031 | 13.06B | 9.12% | Projected |
| 2032 | 14.08B | 7.80% | Projected |
| 2033 | 14.99B | 6.47% | Projected |
| 2034 | 15.76B | 5.15% | Projected |
| 2035 | 16.36B | 3.82% | Projected |
| 2036 | 16.77B | 2.50% | Projected |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025A | 7.84B | 1.00 | 7.84B |
| 2026A | 9.38B | 1.00 | 9.38B |
| 2027E | 9.21B | 1.09 | Login |
| 2028E | 10.05B | 1.18 | Login |
| 2029E | 10.97B | 1.28 | Login |
| 2030E | 11.97B | 1.39 | Login |
| 2031E | 13.06B | 1.51 | Login |
| 2032E | 14.08B | 1.64 | Login |
| 2033E | 14.99B | 1.79 | Login |
| 2034E | 15.76B | 1.94 | Login |
| 2035E | 16.36B | 2.11 | Login |
| 2036E | 16.77B | 2.29 | Login |
| Terminal | 2.29 | Login |
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