Episode 16 | A Dedication To Members And Employees And A Look At Global Expansion: A Deep Dive Into Costco Market News With Rodney Lake podcast

Episode 16 | A Dedication to Members and Employees and a Look at Global Expansion: A Deep Dive into Costco

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In Episode 16 of "Market News with Rodney Lake," Rodney Lake, Director of the GW Investment Institute, delves into Costco's current valuation and growth strategy. He shines a spotlight on Costco's forward PE ratio of 48 times and a 30% return on equity. He ponders whether the company's international expansion, particularly its success in China, justifies its high valuation. Lake underlines the unique culture management fosters, prioritizing members, employees, and shareholders. Despite the high price tag, Lake gives Costco an overall score between 8 and 9, noting its continued dominance in the retail space. Tune in to discover why this business model is thriving worldwide!

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