Costco Wholesale Corp (COST)
Profitability ratios
Return on sales
| Feb 18, 2024 | Nov 26, 2023 | Sep 3, 2023 | May 7, 2023 | Feb 12, 2023 | Nov 20, 2022 | Aug 28, 2022 | May 8, 2022 | Feb 13, 2022 | Nov 21, 2021 | Aug 29, 2021 | May 9, 2021 | Feb 14, 2021 | Nov 22, 2020 | Aug 30, 2020 | May 10, 2020 | Feb 16, 2020 | Nov 24, 2019 | Sep 1, 2019 | May 12, 2019 | |
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| Gross profit margin | 5.53% | 4.76% | 4.70% | 1.71% | 2.48% | 3.30% | 3.33% | 2.34% | 2.36% | 2.21% | 2.22% | 3.38% | 3.24% | 3.30% | 3.20% | 5.35% | 7.07% | 8.94% | 10.78% | 8.51% |
| Operating profit margin | 3.42% | 3.40% | 3.35% | 3.33% | 3.39% | 3.40% | 3.43% | 3.48% | 3.54% | 3.43% | 3.42% | 3.41% | 3.29% | 3.36% | 3.26% | 3.09% | 3.10% | 3.13% | 3.10% | 3.15% |
| Pretax margin | 3.65% | 3.59% | 3.50% | 3.41% | 3.44% | 3.40% | 3.42% | 3.46% | 3.50% | 3.39% | 3.37% | 3.32% | 3.19% | 3.28% | 3.18% | 3.07% | 3.09% | 3.13% | 3.09% | 3.13% |
| Net profit margin | 2.73% | 2.65% | 2.60% | 2.55% | 2.58% | 2.55% | 2.57% | 2.60% | 2.62% | 2.54% | 2.56% | 2.53% | 2.43% | 2.50% | 2.40% | 2.31% | 2.39% | 2.42% | 2.40% | 2.41% |
Costco Wholesale Corp's profitability ratios have shown fluctuations over the past few quarters. The gross profit margin has varied between 1.71% and 8.94%, with the latest figure at 5.53% as of February 18, 2024. This indicates the percentage of revenue that remains after subtracting the cost of goods sold.
The operating profit margin has also fluctuated, ranging from 3.09% to 3.54%, with the most recent value at 3.42% as of February 18, 2024. This ratio reflects the company's ability to generate profits from its core operations.
Furthermore, the pretax margin has seen changes between 3.07% and 3.65%, with the latest figure being 3.65% as of February 18, 2024. This ratio showcases the percentage of revenue that remains after accounting for operating expenses and before taxes.
Lastly, the net profit margin has varied from 2.31% to 2.73%, with the most recent value at 2.73% as of February 18, 2024. This metric highlights the net income earned as a percentage of revenue, indicating the overall efficiency of the company in generating profits.
Overall, while Costco's profitability ratios have experienced fluctuations, the company has maintained a moderate level of profitability in recent quarters, as evidenced by the profitability margins calculated.
Return on investment
| Feb 18, 2024 | Nov 26, 2023 | Sep 3, 2023 | May 7, 2023 | Feb 12, 2023 | Nov 20, 2022 | Aug 28, 2022 | May 8, 2022 | Feb 13, 2022 | Nov 21, 2021 | Aug 29, 2021 | May 9, 2021 | Feb 14, 2021 | Nov 22, 2020 | Aug 30, 2020 | May 10, 2020 | Feb 16, 2020 | Nov 24, 2019 | Sep 1, 2019 | May 12, 2019 | |
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| Operating return on assets (Operating ROA) | 12.83% | 11.32% | 11.76% | 11.73% | 11.88% | 11.89% | 12.15% | 11.86% | 11.80% | 10.87% | 11.32% | 11.11% | 10.70% | 9.64% | 9.78% | 9.61% | 10.07% | 9.43% | 10.43% | 10.79% |
| Return on assets (ROA) | 10.24% | 8.84% | 9.12% | 8.99% | 9.05% | 8.91% | 9.11% | 8.84% | 8.74% | 8.05% | 8.45% | 8.25% | 7.91% | 7.18% | 7.20% | 7.17% | 7.74% | 7.26% | 8.06% | 8.24% |
| Return on total capital | 34.73% | 28.07% | 28.41% | 27.21% | 28.05% | 28.69% | 29.22% | 29.05% | 28.86% | 28.05% | 27.95% | 26.55% | 25.35% | 26.04% | 21.20% | 20.86% | 23.26% | 23.81% | 23.91% | 25.06% |
| Return on equity (ROE) | 32.73% | 24.92% | 25.11% | 25.46% | 26.55% | 27.40% | 28.31% | 28.28% | 28.39% | 27.97% | 28.51% | 28.67% | 27.75% | 29.10% | 21.89% | 22.08% | 22.74% | 23.55% | 24.00% | 24.89% |
Costco Wholesale Corp's profitability ratios indicate a consistently strong performance over the past few quarters. The company's operating return on assets (Operating ROA) has shown an upward trend, reaching 12.83% in the most recent quarter. This suggests that Costco is effectively generating profits from its operational activities relative to its total assets.
Similarly, the return on assets (ROA) has also been improving, standing at 10.24% in the latest quarter. This ratio demonstrates that Costco is efficiently utilizing its assets to generate earnings for its shareholders.
Furthermore, the return on total capital and return on equity (ROE) ratios have shown robust growth, with the latter reaching 32.73% in the most recent quarter. These ratios indicate that Costco is delivering significant returns to both its investors and providers of capital, showcasing a sound financial performance and effective management of resources.
Overall, Costco Wholesale Corp's profitability ratios reflect a solid financial position and efficient operational management, indicating a strong performance and value creation for its stakeholders.