Costco’s December Sales Might Just Spark the Stock Recovery Investors Want
Costco's December Sales May Spark Stock Recovery
Costco Wholesale Corp. may have delivered the early 2026 catalyst that investors have been seeking. After a challenging 2025 in which Costco’s stock underperformed broader market benchmarks, the warehouse retail giant posted strong December sales results , prompting renewed optimism among analysts and shareholders. Holiday Sales Beat Expectations On January 7, 2026, Costco reported net sales of $29.86 billion for the five-week December period — a year-over-year increase of 8.5% . Total comparable sales rose 7.0% , showing strength across the United States, Canada, and international markets. Digital and digitally-enabled sales surged nearly 19%, highlighting the company’s success in integrating e-commerce with its traditional warehouse model. This uptick follows a sustained trend of solid sales performance in recent months, with November and October also posting similar gains, indicating that Costco’s momentum wasn’t simply a one-month holiday spike. Stock Reaction and Analyst Confidence In…
