Sam’s Club members threaten to jump to Costco after wholesale giant chops key perk
Sam’s Club Plus members have about six weeks left to take advantage of the coveted perks, and they’re telling the wholesale giant they’re unhappy about losing them. The company announced in an email on June 19 that starting Aug. 19, Plus members will only receive free shipping on “eligible orders of $50 or more” placed […]
Costco customers fume over change to $4.99 rotisserie chicken
Fans of Costco’s $4.99 rotisserie chicken have taken to social media to complain about the new plastic bag packaging, which replaces the old plastic containers shoppers have been accustomed to for years, claiming it leaks grease. In March, Costco began using cost-conscious, environmentally friendly plastic bags to replace the hard plastic containers it used to […]
Costco teaming up with developers to build an 800-unit apartment complex in bid to ease housing crisis
Big-box wholesaler Costco is developing a mixed-use complex aimed at making a dent in the affordable housing crisis. The company plans to open a new store in South Los Angeles, partnering with developer Thrive Living and builder AO to build an 800-unit apartment complex, with 184 units set aside for affordable housing. The club, a […]
Costco CEO reveals most important item the store sells
Costco gold buyer Blaine Silverman explains why he jumped on the frenzy and why investors should consider buying into the precious metal. Costco Wholesale’s specials on hot dogs, gasoline, and thousands of bulk items may seem like the chain’s best offering, but according to its CEO, one item on sale beats everything else in the […]
Manhattan’s only Costco location has a shoplifting problem
This is a tricky situation. It turns out Manhattan’s only Costco may have a shoplifting problem, months after rampant thefts forced the closure of its neighboring Target. The company is proud They say their closed-door policy has helped them avoid a recent epidemic of retail crime. The big box retailer’s only location on the island, […]
Costco customers envious over food court items only available in Canada
Food court fiasco. Costco aficionados are outraged online after discovering that the Canadian equivalent of a $1.50 hot dog and soda combo isn’t available in the US. last month, Shared by Reddit user According to a post on a food court menu at one of the retailer’s Canadian locations, the chicken strips and fries combo […]
Costco issues recall of cheese after plastic pieces found in slices
Costco is recalling its popular Tillamook cheese slices after it was found to have gray and black plastic pieces in the packaging. The wholesaler announced Letter on the website The company announced Saturday that the recall involves 32-ounce packs of Tillamook Monterey Jack and Tillamook Colby-Jack cheese slices that have a best-by date of Oct. […]
Costco CFO assures investors its $1.50 hot dog combo won’t see price increase
Costco CFO Gary Millerchip spent his first earnings call securing the wholesaler’s price for a hot dog and drink at $1.50. This price has been set since Costco co-founder James Sinegal ran the business as its CEO. Sinegal retired in 2011, but promised the price would remain the same. All these years later, rumors arose […]
Costco revenue beats estimates as cash-strapped consumers look for deals on groceries, discretionary items
Costco gold buyer Blaine Silverman explains why he jumped on the frenzy and why investors should consider buying into the precious metal. Costco Wholesale Inc. on Thursday reported better-than-expected third-quarter sales as cash-strapped consumers flocked to the company’s warehouses for low-priced groceries and discretionary items. The membership retailer credited solid demand for grocery and bakery […]
Florida man sues Publix, CVS, Costco pharmacies alleging Adderall caused psychosis
Check out what’s being clicked on FoxBusiness.com A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against three pharmacies and their respective pharmacists, claiming he was prescribed Adderall and became mentally ill. According to a lawsuit filed Wednesday in Orange County, Fox 35 reported that Robert Buckley was accused of having to pay for orders from Publix, […]