8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

COSTCO WHOLESALE CORP /NEW 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 29, 2012)

Filed February 29, 2012For Securities:COST

Summary

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) filed an 8-K on February 29, 2012, reporting its financial and sales results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2012, ending February 12, 2012, along with sales figures for the four weeks ending February 26, 2012. This filing provides investors with a timely update on the company's performance during a key period. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial statements, it references an accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.1) which holds the specific operational and financial data. Investors should refer to this press release for quantitative details on revenue, net income, earnings per share, and comparable store sales for the periods covered. The information disclosed in this 8-K is crucial for investors seeking to assess Costco's sales momentum and profitability trends. The reporting of both quarterly and monthly sales figures allows for a near real-time look at the company's ability to drive traffic and sales, particularly in the context of the retail environment at the time. Investors are encouraged to examine the full press release for a comprehensive understanding of Costco's financial condition and operating results.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing of an 8-K on February 29, 2012, by Costco Wholesale Corporation.
  • 2Reports on second quarter and first half fiscal 2012 operating results, ending February 12, 2012.
  • 3Includes sales results for the four weeks ending February 26, 2012.
  • 4Press release dated February 29, 2012, is included as an exhibit (99.1).
  • 5The press release contains the detailed operating and financial results for the specified periods.
  • 6Confirms that the company is providing timely updates on its financial performance and sales trends.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing itself does not contain the detailed financial results. Instead, it announces that Costco issued a press release on February 29, 2012, which includes its operating results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal 2012, as well as sales results for the four weeks ended February 26, 2012. Investors need to refer to Exhibit 99.1, the press release, for the specific financial figures.

The financial results reported cover the second quarter (twelve weeks) and the first half (24 weeks) of fiscal year 2012, both ending on February 12, 2012. Additionally, the filing includes sales results for the four weeks that ended on February 26, 2012.

The actual financial and sales numbers are located in the press release dated February 29, 2012, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K filing. You should consult that document for detailed quantitative information.