Wholesale Club’s Net Sales Surge Amidst Declining Fuel Costs

  • Costco’s net sales increased by 7.1% to $19.8 billion in August
  • Same-store sales rose by 5% despite gas prices affecting them negatively
  • Total company same-store sales increased 5.4% in the fiscal fourth quarter
  • Costco stock ticked up 0.3% to $888.92 in after-hours trading

Costco Wholesale reported a strong sales performance in August, with net sales rising by 7.1% year over year to $19.8 billion. However, the company’s same-store sales were slightly impacted by lower gas prices, which caused a 1.5% decline. Despite this, total company same-store sales increased 5.4% in the fiscal fourth quarter, surpassing analysts’ projections of 5.6%. Costco’s stock price rose 0.3% to $888.92 after hours but fell 0.2% in premarket trading on Friday.

Factuality Level: 7
Factuality Justification: The article provides accurate and objective information about Costco’s sales performance, including specific numbers and comparisons to previous periods. It also includes relevant context such as the impact of gas prices on same-store sales and the company’s stock performance.
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Public Companies: Costco Wholesale (COST)
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Financial Markets Impacted: Costco Wholesale’s stock
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Sector: Retail
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