Costco's first membership fee increase in 7 years now in effect
The cost of a Costco membership in the United States and Canada increased for the first time in seven years on Sunday, impacting about 52 millions members.
Costco’s newly announced store will face unique challenge due to 'sacred' laws that date back centuries
The mayor of a New Jersey suburb announced plans for a new Costco, but the company must follow the laws that all other retailers in the area do, as well.
Costco members share wild product-return stories on social media, from opened food to years-old furniture
Costco is known for having a generous return policy and social media users claim people may sometimes test the limits. Take a look at some of the most surprising Costco returns.
Costco members might see card scanners when they next visit
Costco shoppers may see membership card scanners at the doors to the warehouse retailer in the coming months.
Costco adds famous Starbucks drink to shelves for less than $2 per bottle
A famous Starbucks drink that people usually go to coffeehouses for is now available in bottles at Costco, according to a video posted to Instagram.
Costco customers return 5-year-old mattress to wholesaler: 'Desperate times'
A husband and wife documented on TikTok the return of a five-year-old mattress to Costco. The video shows how the attempted product return transpired, and social media users reacted.
Costco leaning into technology as 'real opportunity' to improve customer experience
Costco CFO Gary Millerchip said the big-box retailer sees technology as a "great opportunity" to enhance the relationship with its members.
Costco goes viral for 'apocalypse dinner kit' that could last up to 25 years
Costco is going viral on Instagram after a user posted about the wholesaler's emergency meals dubbed the "apocalypse dinner kit." The Reel has garnered millions of views.
Costco hiking membership fees for first time in 7 years
Those looking to get a Costco membership might want to do so before Sept. 1, when the company plans to raise the price for both gold and executive options.
Costco flushable wipes settlement has wholesale giant agree to $2M payout
Costco has agreed to pay out $2 million to resolve a false advertising class action lawsuit over flushable wipes, while not admitting to any wrongdoing.
Walmart-owned Sam's Club is way behind Costco in sales; here's how they're looking to close the gap
When looking at how to compete with Costco, Sam's Club is looking toward its private label products to compete with its rival's Kirkland Signature.
Customers upset after Costco makes change to rotisserie chicken
Some customers are upset after Costco changed the packaging of its rotisserie chicken from a rigid plastic clamshell to a plastic bag. The new packaging is inferior, they say.
Costco CEO says 1 item is more important than everything else sold in the store
Costco CEO Ron Vachris said in an interview with Fortune that one item sold by the wholesale chain was more important than any other item in the store.
567,000 chargers sold at Costco recalled for fire risk
More than half a million portable chargers that were sold at Costco are being recalled after 120 reports of fires and overheating, including two house fires.
Cookie dough sold at Costco, Sam's Club recalled due to salmonella risk
The FDA recently expanded a voluntary recall for frozen cookie dough products that might be contaminated with salmonella, the group announced on June 6.
Costco to stop selling books year-round: report
Costco Wholesale Corp. will no longer regularly stock books in its stores starting next year, according to a news report on Thursday.
Costco gives update on $1.50 hot dog, soda combo staple
New Costco CFO Gary Millerchip addressed "media speculation" about the wholesaler's popular $1.50 hot dog and drink combo during an earnings call on Thursday.
Costco revenue beats estimates as cash-strapped consumers look for deals on groceries, discretionary items
Costco Wholesale's third quarter revenue figures topped analysts' expectations amid strong sales of groceries and discretionary items as cash-strapped consumers searched for deals.
Costco bucks trend: Surge in foot traffic despite tough economy
Even with the tough economic environment, Costco's traffic has continued to grow consistently on an annual basis. Analysts believe it's benefiting from its membership model.
Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost
Costco's multinational chain of membership-only stores have increased some prices, like for olive oil and gas, while its $1.50 hot dog-soda combo is unchanged for the time being.