Analysts Greg Melich and Dean Rosenblum on Tuesday suggested that a potential increase in Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST)'s membership fees could have a substantial influence on the company's stock value. The company's stock has already seen a 22% gain this year, and the proposed changes may further affect its trajectory.
The prediction takes into account Costco's tendency to raise its membership fees every five to six years. The current membership costs stand at $60 for basic and $120 for executive memberships. If the company follows its regular pattern, it could be due for another fee hike soon.
In addition to the potential fee increase, analysts also considered the company's regular monthly sales updates in their forecast. They noted a decline in comparable-store sales, which could potentially be offset by an increase in membership fees.
Furthermore, data from Placer.ai indicated an increase in customer visits during the summer months. This surge in foot traffic may have influenced the analysts' predictions about the potential impact of a membership fee increase on Costco's stock value.
The upcoming period will likely provide more clarity on whether Costco will indeed raise its membership fees and how such a move could affect its stock performance.
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