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COST 8-K: Dividend change

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COST filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 10, 2026. Costco's Board declared a special cash dividend of $30 per share, payable December 4, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 24, 2026. The stock moved -0.0% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Costco's Board declared a special cash dividend of $30 per share, payable December 4, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 24, 2026. Separately, director Helena B. Foulkes resigned from the Board effective November 7, 2026 after being elected governor of Rhode Island.

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Key details

Special cash dividend per share$30
Registrant declaring special dividendCostco Wholesale Corporation
DirectorHelena B. Foulkes
Executive vice president, general counsel and secretaryJohn Sullivan

How COST stock reacted

Close before

$1066.18

Nov 9, 2026

First close after

-0.00%

$1066.14

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

What did COST file with the SEC on Nov 10, 2026?

COST filed a 8-K (Dividend change). Costco's Board declared a special cash dividend of $30 per share, payable December 4, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 24, 2026. Separately, director Helena B. Foulkes resigned from the Board effective November 7, 2026 after being elected governor of Rhode Island.

What does a dividend change mean for COST stock?

Usually: fewer shares means each remaining share owns more of the company. It matters whether the company actually buys and at what price.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

How did COST stock react to this filing?

COST closed at $1066.18 before the filing and $1066.14 on Nov 10, 2026 (-0.00%).

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