https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/costco-wholesale-beats-estimates-its-stock-is-downContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/costco-wholesale-beats-estimates-its-stock-is-downhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/costco-wholesale-beats-estimates-its-stock-is-down#u85769Sun, 27 Sep 2026 02:01:11 +0000Costco Wholesale exceeded earnings expectations and reported higher fourth-quarter profits driven by increased sales and membership fees. The company's financial performance was bolstered by $184 million in tariff refunds, with additional refunds anticipated. Despite these positive metrics and progress on a key membership metric, the company's stock price has declined. Analysts remain divided on the stock's trajectory, with some reporting a year of sideways or downward movement while others project returns of 45%.Why it mattersMembership fees and sales volume are primary drivers