Costco Wholesale (COST)
984.54
+4.89 (0.50%)
NASDAQ · Last Trade: Mar 27th, 1:38 PM EDT
Costco and Walmart are solid defensive picks for a well-balanced portfolio.
Via The Motley Fool · March 27, 2026

Via Benzinga · March 27, 2026
Costco’s push into standalone gas stations could strengthen its membership-driven model and fuel long-term growth, making it a closely watched move for COST stock.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
Costco is well positioned to profit from surging gas prices.
Via The Motley Fool · March 26, 2026
Don't settle for cheap stocks when great ones keep paying you more to own them year after year.
Via The Motley Fool · March 26, 2026

Expense structure, portfolio breadth, and sector focus set these two consumer staples ETFs apart for investors seeking defensive exposure.
Via The Motley Fool · March 26, 2026
Johnson & Johnson is expected to announce its first-quarter results next month, and analysts are projecting a single-digit decline in its EPS.
Via Barchart.com · March 26, 2026
The decision is an easy one between these two giants.
Via The Motley Fool · March 26, 2026
Since March 2021, the S&P 500 has delivered a total return of 65%. But one standout stock has more than doubled the market - over the past five years, Costco...
Via StockStory · March 26, 2026
The Nasdaq has sold off 5% so far in 2026, driven by shifting expectations around growth stocks.
Via The Motley Fool · March 25, 2026
Date: March 25, 2026 Introduction In the spring of 2026, Walmart Inc. (Nasdaq: WMT) stands as a testament to the power of digital transformation. Long categorized as a legacy "big-box" retailer, the company has successfully pivoted into a high-tech, omnichannel ecosystem that rivals the world’s most advanced platform companies. With its recent transition from the [...]
Via Finterra · March 25, 2026
Brian Belski recommends Costco, Joseph M. Terranova picks Valero Energy and Kari Firestone suggests NextEra Energy.
Via Benzinga · March 25, 2026
Don't worry about all the gas-price headlines: Costco's pricing turns fuel costs into a membership-driving advantage, making it a standout retailer in any market.
Via The Motley Fool · March 25, 2026
On a day marked by heightened market volatility and geopolitical jitters, Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) emerged as the definitive leader of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, climbing 2.17% to close at $121.14. As of today, March 24, 2026, the retail behemoth’s performance stands in stark contrast to
Via MarketMinute · March 24, 2026
The relative calm of the early 2026 markets was shattered this Tuesday as the S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) plummeted to 6,557 points, marking a definitive end to the optimistic "AI Supercycle" rally that defined the start of the year. This latest slide represents a sharp 5.6% decline
Via MarketMinute · March 24, 2026
In a monumental decision that has reshaped the American economic landscape overnight, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled 6-3 on February 20, 2026, in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, declaring the administration's "universal" trade tariffs unconstitutional. The ruling effectively halts the collection of billions in duties and mandates
Via MarketMinute · March 24, 2026
Via Benzinga · March 24, 2026
Today’s date is March 24, 2026. Introduction The "Target Effect"—that inexplicable retail magic where a consumer enters for a gallon of milk and leaves with a $200 cart of home décor and seasonal apparel—appears to be losing its spell. On Tuesday, shares of Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) plummeted 7.0%, a sharp correction that wiped billions [...]
Via Finterra · March 24, 2026
"You get what you pay for" often applies to expensive stocks with best-in-class business models and execution. While their quality can sometimes justify the ...
Via StockStory · March 24, 2026
Target stock is moving higher after a CEO change. Can it keep going?
Via The Motley Fool · March 24, 2026
As the spring of 2026 unfolds, the American retail landscape is defined by a stark divergence in consumer behavior. While many traditional retailers are grappling with the lingering effects of "sticky" inflation and a sudden dip in consumer sentiment, Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ: COST) has emerged as the undisputed bellwether
Via MarketMinute · March 23, 2026
Beyond Meat has been struggling, and moving to the freezer aisle may help to stabilize demand, but at a lower level.
Via The Motley Fool · March 22, 2026
These companies have positioned themselves for long-term success.
Via The Motley Fool · March 22, 2026
Shares of this massive retailer have risen 13% in 2026, while the overall market is down.
Via The Motley Fool · March 21, 2026