PRICESMART INC PSMT 76.95
Consumer Defensive · NASDAQ · Data as of 2026-10-26
PRICESMART INC (PSMT) has delivered +8.0% annualized revenue growth, +9.2% earnings growth, and +11.0% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #149 of 1968 stocks overall and #10 of 82 in the Consumer Defensive sector by Steady Score.
About PRICESMART INC
Company Overview
PriceSmart operates membership warehouse clubs in Central America, the Caribbean and Colombia. Its clubs sell groceries, fresh food, household goods, appliances, electronics, health products and other merchandise in large-format locations, with selected online and delivery options. Individuals and businesses join as members to shop a limited assortment of domestic and imported products, often in larger package sizes and at value-oriented prices.
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Business Model & Revenue
PriceSmart earns most revenue from merchandise sold in its clubs and digital channels, while annual membership fees provide a smaller recurring stream. The company buys in volume, limits the number of stock-keeping units and uses a warehouse format to control operating costs and inventory handling. Results depend on comparable-club sales, new locations, membership renewal, product margins, foreign exchange and the cost of importing goods into its markets.
Key Facts & Market Position
The company adapts the warehouse-club model to markets where modern retail, infrastructure and consumer purchasing power vary widely. Operations span multiple currencies and regulatory systems, and imported merchandise requires regional distribution and customs capabilities. Membership data supports purchasing and marketing decisions, while local sourcing and fresh-food departments tailor the assortment to each country's demand.