Costco Reports Strong December Sales Growth
Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) announced net sales of approximately $29.9 billion for December 2025, marking an 8.5% increase compared to the same month last year. This growth, which surpasses November’s 8.1% year-over-year increase, reflects the retailer’s sustained momentum amid a competitive market.
In December, U.S. comparable sales rose by 7%, with adjusted comparable sales—excluding gasoline price fluctuations and foreign exchange impacts—up 6.2%. Digital sales also surged, showing an 18.3% increase, which is crucial as e-commerce becomes a more significant part of Costco’s business model. Despite these positive indicators, the company’s stock, currently priced with a price-to-earnings ratio of 49, is viewed by some analysts as potentially overpriced.
