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StocksUpdated×2•Originally published 6 April 2026•Updated 8 April 2026•

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Institutional Investors Boost Stakes in Costco, Lowe's, and Kimco Realty

Key Facts

1Runnymede Capital Advisors increased its stake in Costco (COST) by 4,681 shares, making it the 11th largest holding in its portfolio.

2Leo Wealth LLC raised its investment in Costco by 105.6% during the fourth quarter.

about 2 months ago

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What changed: Added details on Jericho Financial LLP's stake increase, updated analyst price targets and ratings, and noted concerns regarding insider selling and valuation.

Version 1about 2 months ago

What changed: The story was updated to include Costco's Q1 CY2026 financial performance data, including revenue, EPS, forward P/E ratio, and key growth drivers.

Institutional investors continue to bolster their positions in the retail sector, with Jericho Financial LLP increasing its stake in Costco (COST) by 30.5% in Q4 to a total value of $4.12 million. This follows similar strategic moves by Runnymede Capital Advisors and Leo Wealth LLC, which previously doubled its holding. Costco's strong Q1 performance, reporting $69.6 billion in revenue and an EPS of $4.58, remains a key driver of this institutional interest. Analysts currently maintain a 'Moderate Buy' rating on the stock with an average price target of $1,039.13. However, the bullish sentiment is tempered by a premium forward P/E ratio of 46x and recent reports of insider selling. These factors, alongside valuation concerns, highlight a complex investment outlook despite the company's robust membership model and international expansion.