Why Costco Is a Retail Unicorn

The Motley Fool · 10/05/2025 13:30

Costco (NASDAQ: COST) has been one of the best retail investments over the last three decades because it operates differently from most retailers. The membership model has different incentives that reinforce the company's advantages, which Travis Hoium covers in this video.

*Stock prices used were end-of-day prices of Sept. 22, 2025. The video was published on Oct. 2, 2025.

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Travis Hoium has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Costco Wholesale, Target, and Walmart. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.