Costco Reports 5.7% October Sales Growth to $19.80 Billion

Costco Wholesale Corporation reported a 5.7% increase in net sales for its retail month of October, a four-week period that ended October 29, 2026.

Net sales totaled $19.80 billion for the period.

The increase suggests resilient consumer spending, particularly on essential goods, a core part of Costco’s business. It may also signal the company’s ability to attract and retain customers amid broader economic conditions.

Reuters and The Wall Street Journal covered the report.