Costco’s (NASDAQ: COST) first quarterly dividend of 2026 is coming on February 13.The company, which started rewarding its shareholders with dividend payments in 2005, will distribute $1.30 per share to investors on record as of January 30.Costco dividend schedule. Source: Dividend.comHow much will 100 Costco shares earn next month?Compared to the previous payment, issued on November 14, 2025, the amount paid remains unchanged.Investors holding 100 COST shares will accordingly receive $130 in dividends next ...

Costco's share price is up an impressive 171% in the past five years.Costco Wholesale (COST 0.72%) might not operate in an industry that's at the forefront of technological disruption, but that doesn't mean it hasn't taken care of its investors. The share price is up a stellar 170% in the past five years (as of Jan. 26). Thanks to the company's dominant position in the retail sector, it sports a market cap of $434 billion today.Costco bulls have their eyes on a bigger prize. Can this unstoppable stock join ...

Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) founder Jeff Bezos‘ net worth increased by $5.7 billion to $266 billion on Wednesday, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, after the e-commerce giant’s shares rose on plans to shut physical stores. Until last week, six of the top 10 billionaires lost wealth weeks into 2026, but the Amazon founder gained $300 million. Bezos stands as the world's third-richest person, just behind Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) (NASDAQ:GOOGL) co-founder Larry Page. The top title is still retained ...

Core Viewpoint - Investing in dividend stocks provides a reliable income stream that can be reinvested or used for expenses, allowing investors to hold shares without selling them [1] Group 1: Consumer Spending and Dividend Stocks - Consumer spending is crucial for the economy, and high-quality dividend stocks can be found in consumer-facing companies with strong brands [2] - Examples of such companies include Costco Wholesale, The Coca-Cola Company, and Altria Group, each representing different investment styles [2] Group 2: Costco Wholesale - Costco Wholesale is a leading retailer with a loyal customer base, known for its membership model and bulk merchandise sales [3] - The company has a market capitalization of $431 billion, with a current stock price of $970.66 and a dividend yield of 0.52% [4][5] - Costco has paid and raised its dividend for 20 consecutive years, spending only a quarter of its earnings on dividends, indicating potential for future growth [5] Group 3: The Coca-Cola Company - Coca-Cola is a global beverage leader with a strong track record of dividend growth, having increased its dividend for 62 consecutive years [6] - The company has a market capitalization of $316 billion, with a current stock price of $73.55 and a dividend yield of 2.77% [7][8] - Coca-Cola's growth is supported by a rising global population and brand recognition, allowing for continued expansion in a fragmented beverage market [8] Group 4: Altria Group - Altria Group, known for its Marlboro cigarettes, has maintained profitability despite declining cigarette sales due to its pricing power [9] - The company has a market capitalization of $107 billion, with a current stock price of $63.62 and a dividend yield of 6.54% [10] - Altria has achieved 54 consecutive annual dividend increases, providing a substantial yield despite low single-digit earnings growth [10]

Key Takeaways COST ended Q1 FY26 with $17.2B in liquid assets, supporting strong operational flexibility.Membership fee income rose 14% to $1.3B, driven by 5.2% growth in total paid memberships.Forward P/E of 46.90 keeps COST trading at a premium versus industry and major retail peers.Costco Wholesale Corporation’s (COST) balance sheet strength provides a cushion against a tough retail environment. The company ended the first quarter of fiscal 2026 with $16,217 million in cash and cash equivalents. This sub ...

转自：扬子晚报 1月27日，扬子晚报紫牛新闻记者从南京市民李先生处获悉，其诉开市客南京公司一案经江宁区人民法 院一审结束，法院判决认定开市客（南京）商业有限公司（简称 "开市客南京公司"）单方取消消费者 李先生会员资格的行为构成违约，判决其继续履行会员合同，为其补足 96 天的会员有效期。记者了解 到，在辩护意见中，因李先生在办理开市客会员一年不到的时间里累计23次购物，并向卖场索赔或索要 行政奖励共计28万元，开市客认定其"不是普通消费者，不是一个善意会员"，且体现"职业打假人的特 征"。对此，法院认定李先生此类行为并不违反法律规定，"开市客"取消其会员资格构成违约。 顾客起诉要求恢复会员资格，"开市客"辩称其具有"职业打假人的特征" 李先生告诉扬子晚报紫牛新闻记者，他于2024年5月10日在江宁一停车场由"开市客"开展打折促销办理 会员卡活动中，付费199元办理了一张原价299元优惠100元的会员卡，有效期从2024年5月28日至2025年 5月27日。2025年2月20日，开市客南京公司电话告知李先生取消其会员资格，并退还199元年费。随 后，李先生认为开市客南京公司单方取消其会员资格，已构成根本违约， ...

1月27日，扬子晚报紫牛新闻记者从南京市民李先生处获悉，其诉开市客南京公司一案经江宁区人民法院一审结束，法院判决认定开市客（南京）商业有 限公司（简称 "开市客南京公司"）单方取消消费者李先生会员资格的行为构成违约，判决其继续履行会员合同，为其补足 96 天的会员有效期。记者了解 到，在辩护意见中，因李先生在办理开市客会员一年不到的时间里累计23次购物，并向卖场索赔或索要行政奖励共计28万元，开市客认定其"不是普通消 费者，不是一个善意会员"，且体现"职业打假人的特征"。对此，法院认定李先生此类行为并不违反法律规定，"开市客"取消其会员资格构成违约。 顾客起诉要求恢复会员资格，"开市客"辩称其具有"职业打假人的特征" 李先生告诉扬子晚报紫牛新闻记者，他于2024年5月10日在江宁一停车场由"开市客"开展打折促销办理会员卡活动中，付费199元办理了一张原价299元优 惠100元的会员卡，有效期从2024年5月28日至2025年5月27日。2025年2月20日，开市客南京公司电话告知李先生取消其会员资格，并退还199元年费。随 后，李先生认为开市客南京公司单方取消其会员资格，已构成根本违约，诉至法院，要求对方承担 ...

Core Insights - Costco is a significant player in the global retail market with fiscal 2025 net sales of $270 billion, showcasing its strong long-term performance [1] - The stock has appreciated 540% over the past decade, although it is currently trading 9% below its peak as of January 23 [2] Group 1: Same-Store Sales - Same-store sales (SSS) are crucial for measuring organic revenue growth and management effectiveness [3] - Costco has maintained a positive SSS track record over the last six fiscal years, demonstrating resilience despite economic challenges such as the pandemic and inflation [4] Group 2: Membership Renewal Rates - Costco has 81.4 million members, contributing to a high-margin recurring revenue stream of $1.3 billion in Q1 2026 [5] - The membership renewal rate was 92.2% in the U.S. and Canada and 89.7% globally, though slightly down from the previous quarter due to digital member renewals [6] Group 3: New Warehouse Openings - Costco operates 921 warehouses globally and plans to add 28 net new locations in fiscal 2026, aiming for 30 or more openings annually [8] - New warehouses opened in fiscal 2025 generated an average of $192 million in annualized net sales, reflecting a 28% increase from those opened in fiscal 2023 [9]

Costco Wholesale Corp (COST) stock has rebounded from lows at the end of last month. I wrote two Barchart articles arguing COST stock is worth over $1,038 per share and several ways to play it. How have they done? COST stock is at $979.29 in midday trading on Monday, Jan. 26. That's up +12.13% from $873.35 on Dec. 28, when I wrote the Barchart article, “Costco Has Tumbled Despite Higher FCF and FCF Margins - Time to Buy COST Stock?” More News from Barchart COST stock - last 3 months - Barchart I showed ...

From value-packed bulk items to $1.50 hot dogs, Costco is renowned for its focus on savings. The warehouse giant, however, offers far more than just its in-store products. From travel and automotive programs to remodeling and cleaning services, here are some lesser-known benefits that members may be missing. Costco TravelCostco Travel offers a variety of trips, including international destinations, theme parks, cruises and other excursions. Packages typically include accommodations, such as hotels and resor ...