Costco and Home Depot are two big stores. They sell different things: Costco sells lots of stuff in bulk, and Home Depot sells things for fixing up your house. Which is better to invest in?
- Costco had really great sales, growing for 10 years straight!
- Costco makes a lot of money from membership fees.
- Home Depot's sales weren't as good, but they're hoping things will get better.
| Company | Sales Growth | Membership Fees (Costco) |
|---|---|---|
| Costco | 5.9% (fiscal 2024) | $4.8 billion (fiscal 2024) |
| Home Depot | 0.8% (Q4 fiscal 2024) | N/A |
