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COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP /NEW 8-K Report, Financial Results (Mar 2, 2011)

Filed March 2, 2011For Securities:COST

Summary

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) filed an 8-K on March 2, 2011, to announce its financial results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2011, ending February 13, 2011, as well as February sales results for the four weeks ending February 27, 2011. The filing itself does not contain the detailed financial figures but references an accompanying press release for this information. Investors should refer to the press release, incorporated as an exhibit to this filing, for specific details on revenue, profit, and sales performance during these periods. This report serves as a notification mechanism for investors regarding the release of key financial performance data. The timing of this announcement is crucial as it provides insight into the company's operational momentum heading into the latter half of its fiscal year. Investors can use this information to assess the company's ability to meet or exceed expectations and to make informed decisions about their investment in Costco.

Key Highlights

  • 1Company announced Q2 and first half FY2011 operating results.
  • 2February 2011 sales results also disclosed.
  • 3Financial results are for periods ending February 13, 2011, and February 27, 2011.
  • 4Detailed financial information is contained within an attached press release (Exhibit 99.1).
  • 5The filing is an 8-K, indicating a significant event or update for investors.
  • 6Press release dated March 2, 2011, is included as an exhibit.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces Costco's operating results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2011, both ended February 13, 2011. It also includes February sales results for the four weeks ended February 27, 2011. The detailed figures are provided in an accompanying press release, which is an exhibit to this filing.

The specific financial figures for the announced periods are not detailed within the 8-K form itself. They are presented in the press release dated March 2, 2011, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this filing. Investors should review this press release for the quantitative results.

This 8-K filing is significant because it provides investors with timely updates on Costco's financial performance and sales trends. The release of quarterly and monthly sales data allows investors to gauge the company's operational health, track its growth trajectory, and compare its performance against expectations and historical data.