Recession Resistant Investing: 10 Best Grocery Stocks To Buy Now

2. Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 96

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is the second-best recession-resistant stock on our list. It operates membership-only big box warehouse club stores and is one of the most popular department stores in the US. It offers its customers elaborate offerings, including food, beverages, groceries, and more.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) announced a 6.4% growth in its same-store sales for the five weeks ending April 6, with its US stores undergoing a higher 7.5% rise. At a time when consumer confidence is falling and threats of a recession are hitting the stock market, these numbers show that Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST) is one of the most resilient retailers in the sector. US comps rose by an even better 8.7% for the period, excluding gas.

The company also delivered strong comparable sales in fiscal Q2 2025, rising 9.1% (excluding fuel prices and currency exchange) and reflecting strong demand for its offerings. Its e-commerce sales also grew by 22.2%, demonstrating solid consumer appetite even during turbulent market conditions.