Costco vs. Target: Which Discount Retailer Stock Holds More Promise?

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) and Target Corporation (TGT) are two of the most recognized names in the Retail–Discount Stores industry. Costco, with a massive market capitalization of about $433 billion, operates a membership-based warehouse model focused on selling bulk goods at discounted prices. Target, with a market capitalization of nearly $42 billion, operates as a general merchandise retailer, catering to a broad consumer base with a mix of essential goods, apparel, electronics and household it ...