Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2026-03-05. Here’s what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Costco Wholesale will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $4.54.
The announcement from Costco Wholesale is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It’s worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
Past Earnings Performance
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.07, which was followed by a 0.0% drop in the share price the next day.
Here’s a look at Costco Wholesale’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q1 2026 | Q4 2025 | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 4.27 | 5.81 | 4.23 | 4.10 |
| EPS Actual | 4.34 | 5.87 | 4.28 | 4.02 |
| Price Change % | 0.00 | -2.90 | 3.12 | -6.07 |
Costco Wholesale Share Price Analysis
Shares of Costco Wholesale were trading at $1007.77 as of March 03. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 1.84%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely upset going …