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Costco Stock: Neutral Rating, $1,020 Target by Citi
28 Jun
Summary
- Citi initiated coverage with a Neutral rating and $1,020 target.
- Analysts cite Costco's strengths like private label and membership fees.
- Costco operates warehouses in 15 countries globally.
As of June 18, 2026, financial firm Citi has resumed coverage of Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST), assigning a Neutral rating and setting a price target of $1,020. Citi recognizes Costco's capacity for long-term market share growth but suggests that the current share price presents a balanced risk-reward scenario.
Earlier in June, DA Davidson also maintained a Neutral rating and a $1,000 price target for Costco. This firm highlighted Costco's competitive advantages, such as its private-label offerings, diverse merchandise, and essential services like pharmacy and optical, which drive customer traffic. Factors like low pricing, efficient distribution, and significant income from membership fees were noted as substantial barriers to entry for competitors.
In the preceding month, Truist adjusted its price target for Costco to $1,011 from $977, reaffirming a Hold rating. Truist expressed admiration for Costco's sustained mid-single-digit comparable sales growth, achieved on an annualized sales run rate of $300 billion. However, the firm also observed a moderation in membership growth.
Costco Wholesale Corporation operates a global network of membership warehouses. Its international presence includes locations in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Japan, the United Kingdom, Korea, Australia, Taiwan, China, Spain, France, Iceland, New Zealand, and Sweden.
