Where Will Costco Stock Be in 5 Years?

Costco (NASDAQ: COST) has been an incredible business and stock for investors over the past decade, but those share gains now indicate high expectations for investors. Will the company live up to lofty expectations or will this stock underperform? We answer that question in this video.

*Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of June 2, 2025. The video was published on June 4, 2025.

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John Mackey, former CEO of Whole Foods Market, an Amazon subsidiary, is a member of The Motley Fool's board of directors. Travis Hoium has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Amazon, Costco Wholesale, Target, and Walmart. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.