Walmart or Costco: Which Retail Powerhouse Looks Stronger Today?

Key Takeaways Walmart's fiscal 2026 guidance calls for 3.75-4.75% sales growth and EPS of $2.52-$2.62.Costco's membership fees rose 14% in Q4, with renewal rates above 89.8% worldwide.WMT shares gained 25% over the past year, outpacing Costco's 4.4% increase.Walmart Inc. ((WMT) and Costco Wholesale Corporation ((COST) stand as two retail powerhouses that define value-driven shopping across the globe. Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, operates more than 10,750 stores in 19 countries, serving roughly 270 ...