AI Summary
COST (COST) is currently trading at $998.62, up 1.06% in the last 24 hours. The P/E ratio of 53.3 suggests the market has high growth expectations. We maintain a HOLD rating pending clearer directional signals.
Price
Volume
P/E Ratio
Insider
Price Chart
Price Data
Fundamentals
Technical Analysis Summary
27 indicators analyzed
Technical picture is moderately bullish with 16 buy signals vs 6 sell signals. Trend favors long positions with proper risk management.
Technical Indicators
Momentum & trend signals
π‘ Technical indicators are tools, not guarantees. Always combine with fundamental analysis.
MACD
(12, 26, 9)Bollinger Bands
Volatility & breakout detection
Stochastic Oscillator
Momentum indicator (14,3,3)
π Neutral: COST stochastic is in the middle range (98.6). Wait for %K to enter overbought (80+) or oversold (20-) zones for clearer signals.
Average True Range (ATR)
π Volatility increasing - consider wider stops to avoid getting stopped out.
On-Balance Volume (OBV)
Volume-based momentum indicator
π Volume confirms uptrend: OBV rising above its average suggests institutional accumulation. Bullish signal for trend continuation.
Pivot Points
Key Support & Resistance Levels
All Pivot Levels
Price is trading above the pivot point at $992.52, indicating bullish bias. Watch R1 ($997.72) as the next target.
Fibonacci Retracement
| Level | Price | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0% | $1,078.23 | Resistance | -7.8% |
| 23.6% | $1,022.97 | Resistance | -2.3% |
| 38.2% | $988.78 | Support | +1.1% |
| 50%β¦ | $961.14 | Support | +3.9% |
| 61.8%β¦ | $933.51 | Support | +6.7% |
| 78.6% | $894.17 | Support | +10.6% |
| 100% | $844.06 | Support | +15.6% |
VWAP (Volume Weighted Avg Price)
Parabolic SAR
Stop and Reverse Indicator
π Uptrend intact (3 days). SAR support at $937.83. Trail stops below SAR.
Williams %R
π OVERBOUGHT: Williams %R at -1.4 indicates the stock is trading near its 14-day high. Strong momentum continues - may stay overbought in uptrends.
π CCI (Commodity Channel Index)
Momentum oscillator measuring price deviation
Strength: 50%
Previous CCI
+129.3
Typical Price
$994.91
SMA (20)
$963.44
Mean Deviation
$16.35
π OVERBOUGHT: CCI at 128.3 (above +100) indicates strong bullish momentum. Uptrend intact - ride the trend but watch for reversal signs.
20-Day CCI History
π―Aroon Indicator(25-period)
π STRONG UPTREND: Aroon Up at 100 (above 70) with Aroon Down at 4 (below 30). Price made its 25-day high 0 day(s) ago. Trend is healthy - stay long and trail stops. Oscillator at 96.0 shows bullish bias.
π Rate of Change (ROC)Neutral
NeutralUltimate Oscillator
Multi-timeframe momentum (7, 14, 28)
Keltner Channels
ATR-based volatility bands
Price just broke through the upper channel
π BULLISH BREAKOUT! Price 1000.13 just broke above the upper Keltner Channel (998.81). This signals strong momentum. In uptrends, breakouts often continue. The EMA slope confirms bullish momentum - ride the trend.
TTM Squeeze
John Carter's Volatility Breakout
π NO SQUEEZE - BULLISH MOMENTUM: No squeeze currently (bands expanded). Momentum is positive and rising (22.13) - bullish continuation likely. Watch for momentum to strengthen for confirmation.
Elder Ray (Bull/Bear Power)
Dr. Alexander Elder's Power Index
π Bearish Divergence detected! Bull Power falling while price makes new highs - potential reversal signal.
Force Index
Dr. Alexander Elder's Volume-Price Momentum
π Force Index shows bulls with slight edge. Short-term: 19.68M, Medium-term: 13.94M. Volume is normal.
Williams Alligator
Trend Direction & Strength
π½οΈ Alligator is EATING - strong bullish trend in progress! Lines properly ordered (Lips 960.25 > Teeth 949.03 > Jaw 930.90). Spread at 3.15%. Ride the trend with trailing stops!
Donchian Channels
Richard Donchian's Breakout System (20-period)
π‘ Contracting channels often precede significant breakouts - watch for price to break upper or lower band!
π Channel CONTRACTING - volatility is decreasing. Price at $1000.13 is in the near upper of the channel. Narrowing channels often precede significant breakouts. Watch for price to break above $1001.10 (bullish) or below $911.33 (bearish).
Supertrend
ATR-Based Trend Following
π UPTREND active for 12 days. Price $1000.13 is 8.1% above Supertrend $925.05. Strong trend strength. The Supertrend line serves as trailing support - consider taking partial profits.
Choppiness Index
Trend vs Range Detection (14-period)
β³ TRANSITIONAL MARKET (CHOP: 52.0). The market is between trending and ranging. Choppiness is stable. Trading advice: WAIT for clearer signals or use smaller position sizes.
Valuation Metrics
Relative value indicators
π‘ PEG < 1 suggests undervalued relative to growth β’ EV/EBITDA accounts for debt
Historical Returns
Price performance across timeframes
π Insight: Strong recent momentum with positive year-to-date performance. Consider trailing stop to protect gains.
Seasonality Analysis
Market Comparison
Performance vs S&P 500
Dividend History
Past payments & growth
| Ex-Date | Amount |
|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026Latest | $1.3000 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| Aug 1, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| May 2, 2025 | $1.3000 |
| Feb 7, 2025 | $1.1600 |
| Nov 1, 2024 | $1.1600 |
| Jul 26, 2024 | $1.1600 |
| Apr 25, 2024 | $1.1600 |
Growth Metrics
Year-over-year performance
Growth rates calculated from trailing twelve months vs prior period
Analyst EPS Estimates
Consensus earnings projections
| Fiscal Year | Est. EPS | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| FY26 | $20.10 | +7.3% |
| FY27 | $21.95 | +9.2% |
| FY28 | $24.13 | +9.9% |
Based on analyst consensus estimates. Actual results may vary.
Insider Activity
| Date | Insider | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invalid Date | Unknown | SELL | 0 | $0K |
| Invalid Date | Unknown | SELL | 0 | $0K |
| Invalid Date | Unknown | SELL | 0 | $0K |
| Invalid Date | Unknown | SELL | 0 | $0K |
| Invalid Date | Unknown | SELL | 0 | $0K |
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SEC Filings
πͺ Strengths
- βConservative debt levels provide stability
π Opportunities
- βMarket conditions could present buying opportunities
β οΈ Weaknesses
- !Thin profit margins limit flexibility
π Threats
- βBroader market volatility remains a risk
β‘ Catalysts
- β Earnings releases and guidance updates
β οΈ Key Risks
- !Standard market and sector risks apply
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