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Pricesmart (PSMT) Stock Price & Analysis

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PSMT Stock Chart & Stats

$164.47-$2.03(-1.22%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$160$170$180Aug 17Aug 31Sep 14Sep 28Oct 12Oct 26Nov 9
Day’s Range
$164.09 - $167.19
52-Week Range
$114.43 - $199.84
Previous Close
$166.50
Volume
N/A
Average Volume (3M)
252.49K
Market Cap
$5.15B
Enterprise Value
$5.12B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
$332.20M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
$316.07M
Price to Earnings (P/E)
30.6
Beta
0.45
Next Earnings
Jan 13, 2027 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
1.45
Last Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 17, 2026
Dividend Yield
0.85%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Sustained Revenue Growth

Broad-based sales growth across merchandise and regions indicates sustained member demand rather than reliance on a single category. Continued comparable growth can improve operating leverage, support new-club investments, and strengthen PriceSmart’s position in its Latin American and Caribbean markets.

Membership Strength And Recurring Fees

A growing membership base, higher renewals, and greater Platinum penetration reinforce the recurring-fee component of the business model. Strong engagement also supports merchandise spending and creates a durable customer relationship that can underpin revenue visibility over coming quarters.

Conservative Balance Sheet And Cash Generation

Low leverage gives PriceSmart financial flexibility to fund club expansion and technology investments without depending heavily on borrowing. Strong 2026 operating cash generation further supports dividends and internal investment, improving resilience as the warehouse network continues to expand.

Bears Say

Elevated Operating Expense Pressure

Higher technology investment, executive compensation, and general operating costs are absorbing part of the benefit from sales growth. If SG&A remains above management’s desired level, the company may struggle to expand already modest retail margins and convert revenue growth into proportionate earnings.

Volatile Free Cash Flow

The sharp variation in free cash flow indicates that cash conversion has not been consistently predictable across periods. Such volatility can complicate the timing of capital investments, dividends, and expansion funding, even though the latest year showed strong operating cash generation.

Expansion And New-Market Cost Burden

New clubs and the Chile market entry require pre-opening, infrastructure, and startup spending ahead of revenue contribution. These costs can weigh on near-term margins and cash returns while the new locations mature, particularly as multiple clubs and distribution centers are developed simultaneously.

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PSMT FAQ

What was Pricesmart’s price range in the past 12 months?
Pricesmart lowest stock price was $114.43 and its highest was $199.84 in the past 12 months.
What is Pricesmart’s market cap?
Pricesmart’s market cap is $5.15B.
When is Pricesmart’s upcoming earnings report date?
Pricesmart’s next earnings report is estimated for Jan 13, 2027 (not yet confirmed), which is in 61 days.
How were Pricesmart’s earnings last quarter?
Pricesmart released its earnings results on Oct 26, 2026. The company reported $1.21 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.268 by -$0.058.
Is Pricesmart overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Pricesmart’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Pricesmart pay dividends?
Pricesmart pays a semiannual dividend of $0.7 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.85%. See more information on Pricesmart dividends here
What is Pricesmart’s EPS estimate?
Pricesmart’s EPS estimate is 1.45.
How many shares outstanding does Pricesmart have?
Pricesmart has 30,928,226 shares outstanding.
What happened to Pricesmart’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Pricesmart reported an EPS of $1.21 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.268. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.824%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Pricesmart?
Hedge funds hold Pricesmart shares: the largest hedge-fund position in Pricesmart is 71,886,238 shares, and hedge funds increased their holdings by 111.6K shares last quarter.
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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