SEATTLE, WA (WOWO) Costco began the holiday season with several record-setting sales performances that helped push first-quarter results above expectations, according to the company’s latest financial update. During an earnings call, executives highlighted unusually strong food court and bakery fi gures. The retailer reported approximately 358,000 whole pizzas sold during the Halloween period, representing a 31% year-over-year increase. Ahead of Thanksgiving, Costco sold about 4.5 million pies over a three-day span — an average of roughly 7,000 pies per warehouse. Costco also set an e-commerce milestone. On Black Friday, the company recorded more than $250 million in online non-food orders, the highest total for its U.S. online operations. The sales momentum contributed to stronger-than-expected financial results. Costco reported $67.31 billion in first-quarter revenue, slightly above market projections. Earnings reached $4.50 per share, also outperforming expectations. Industry analysts said the results illustrate consumers’ continued focus on value and bulk purchasing heading into the holiday season. They noted that shoppers appear to be seeking ways to stretch household budgets, an area where warehouse clubs have continued to show strength. Costco’s stock saw a slight decline in after-hours trading following the earnings release. The company also disclosed that it is pursuing legal action against the federal government to block emergency tariffs ordered by the administration and recover funds related to imported goods. The retailer enters the remainder of the holiday period with strong demand trends across food, seasonal items and online retail. The post Costco Holiday Momentum Lifts Revenue Above Forecasts appeared first on WOWO News/Talk 92.3 FM and 1190 AM. ...read more read less