Costco (COST) Shares Plunge Over 3.5% in Volatile Trading Session
NEW YORK, USA – Costco Wholesale Corp (NASDAQ: COST) stock faced significant downward pressure in the latest trading session, ending the day notably lower and capturing the attention of US investors.
According to market data finalized at 7:00 pm GMT-4 on April 21st, Costco shares closed at
36.72, equivalent to a 3.69% drop for the day. The stock’s performance represents a clear departure from its previous closing price of $994.50.
The trading day was characterized by volatility for the retail giant. Shares opened at $993.00 and briefly touched a high of $996.99 before sellers took control, pushing the price down to an intraday low of $942.97. The closing price reflects a partial recovery from this daily low point.
This movement puts the current share price considerably off its 52-week high of $1,078.24, although it remains significantly above the 52-week low of $706.17.
Key financial metrics displayed include a Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio of 55.92 and a dividend yield of 0.54%.
In post-market activity, Costco showed minimal movement, trading at $958.00 after hours, a slight increase of $0.23 or 0.024% from the official close, indicating some stabilization after the bell. Market participants continue to monitor COST shares following the day’s sharp decrease.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the market data shown in the provided image for April 21st and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial or investment advice.
