Latest News About Costco

Here are the latest Costco developments as of mid-May 2026:

• Earnings and sales: Costco reported solid April 2026 results, with net sales of about $23.92 billion for the four weeks ending May 3, 2026, up around 13% year over year; 35-week sales were about $197.18 billion, up roughly 9.5% YoY. Comparable-store sales were strong, with total company comps around +11.6% for the 4-week period and +7.8% for 35 weeks, and digitally-enabled comps up roughly 18–22% depending on the period. These figures reflect ongoing strength in membership-driven warehouse business and e-commerce growth. [source: latest COST news summary][1]

• Dividend and cash returns: Costco announced a quarterly dividend increase to $1.47 per share (annualized $5.88), payable May 15, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 1, 2026. This signals continued shareholder-friendly capital allocation.[1]

• Operational footprint: Costco continued to operate around 920 warehouses globally, with a presence in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Japan, the U.K., Korea, and other markets, alongside active e-commerce sites in multiple countries. This geographic mix supports diversified growth and resilience against regional macro noise.[1]

• U.S. market reception: Early 2026 results highlighted strong membership trends and a notable contribution from digitally-enabled sales, which remains a key growth lever as online penetration increases.[1]

• Related coverage: Financial media have also highlighted Costco’s ongoing stance on tariffs and consumer inflation dynamics, with coverage noting the company’s focus on sustaining member value and efficiency amid macro headwinds. For example, major outlets have reported on Costco’s tariff-related and competitive positioning discussions in late 2025 and early 2026.[2][3]

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Citations:

• Costco sales and dividend details from latest press summaries.[1]
• Additional coverage on tariffs and market factors from CBS News and ABC News.[3][2]