PRICESMART INC (PSMT) Stock
PSMT has an Alpha Score of 41 out of 100 (weak), computed on Oct 31, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 6 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported PSMT in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Marshall Wace's at $17.84M. Company insiders reported 0 open-market buys and 3 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 3, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 33.2 and its net margin 2.8% (key statistics as of Oct 22, 2026).
What is PSMT's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 41 reflects weak overall profile with moderate momentum, weak value, moderate quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Oct 31, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which hedge funds own PSMT?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Wace | 91K | $17.84M | -50% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 24K | $4.77M | NEW |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 13K | $2.57M | NEW |
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 13K | $2.53M | +222% |
| Bridgewater Associates Ray Dalio | 3K | $636.4K | +69% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 2K | $354.2K | -78% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are PRICESMART INC insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 26 | Hildebrandt John D | President and COO | SELL | 1.8K | $298K |
| Nov 2, 26 | Hildebrandt John D | President and COO | SELL | 10.1K | $1.7M |
| Aug 17, 26 | Velasco Francisco | EVP - CLO, CRCO | SELL | 338 | $60K |
| Aug 3, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 3.5K | $691K |
| Jul 31, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 200 | $39K |
| Jul 31, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 800 | $156K |
| Jul 29, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 1.0K | $193K |
| Jul 28, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 1.1K | $212K |
| Jul 23, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 200 | $37K |
| Jul 23, 26 | Bahrambeygui Sherry S. | Director | SELL | 200 | $37K |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 3, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are PSMT's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 22, 2026
How does PSMT's valuation compare with the Consumer Staples sector?
| Metric | PSMT | Consumer Staples median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 33.2 | 19.8 | 60 |
| Net margin | 2.82% | 6.34% | 64 |
| Return on equity | 12.16% | 14.14% | 64 |
| Dividend yield (payers) | 1.36% | 2.68% | 49 |
Medians over the Consumer Staples stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 4, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
PSMT price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does PRICESMART INC do?
PriceSmart Inc. is a widely recognized membership-based warehouse club that operates primarily in Central America, the Caribbean, and South America. The company's business model focuses on providing a broad range of high-quality merchandise at value-driven prices to its members. PriceSmart’s offerings include groceries, consumer electronics, apparel, and household goods, often sourced from its vast network of suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and affordability. Beyond retail, it also sells products through its dedicated website, reflecting a growing trend towards e-commerce in emerging markets. The company serves different markets with exclusive member benefits and volume-based selection, which helps it maintain a competitive edge in the regions it operates. As a significant player in the retail market of developing countries, PriceSmart is known for creating economic value in communities through local employment and infrastructure development, thereby playing an essential role in the economic fabric of its served regions.