Costco reports third-quarter US comparable sales up 9.4%, topping estimates as gas sales hit records
Including gas, US comparable sales jumped 9.4%, beating analysts' estimate of a near 7% rise, according to data compiled by LSEG. Gas prices exceeding $4 per gallon drove many Costco members to use its gas stations for the first time, CEO Ron Vachris said.
5/29/2026 · 5 sources
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