Costco Sales Jump 8% in September on Digital Surge
Robust consumer demand and a 26% increase in digitally-enabled transactions underscore the retailer's continued momentum.
Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST) demonstrated significant momentum heading into the fall, announcing a strong sales performance for the five-week period ending October 5, 2025. The members-only retail giant , an 8.0% increase from the same period last year, signaling resilient consumer spending at its warehouses.
The growth was underpinned by solid comparable sales figures, a key metric for retailers that measures sales at stores open for at least a year. According to the company's report, total , excluding the impacts of gasoline prices and foreign exchange. This performance was broad-based, with Canada leading the way with a 9.3% increase, while the U.S. market saw a respectable 5.1% rise.
A standout figure in the release was the remarkable strength of Costco's digital strategy. The company posted a , indicating that its investments in e-commerce and omnichannel shopping are paying significant dividends and resonating with its loyal customer base. This robust digital growth is crucial as retailers continue to compete in an increasingly online-first environment.
The positive sales data provides a fresh catalyst for the stock, which had seen a modest pullback following its fourth-quarter earnings report in late September. While Costco's , the underlying operational strength highlighted in the September sales report reaffirms the company's strong market position. Investors will be watching closely to see if this sales momentum can be sustained through the critical holiday shopping season, further cementing Costco's reputation as a leader in the competitive retail landscape.