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Costco Leans Into Memberships Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Earnings // March 06, 2025

As the Trump administration rolls out — and rescinds — tariffs on Canada and Mexico, investors were anxious to learn how the policy would impact Costco. The company’s reliance on membership fees for more than 70% of its operating profits gives it an advantage over competitors...

Costco CEO: Digital Sales Outpacing Overall Growth on ‘Tech Journey’
Retail // December 12, 2024

Costco is proving that its digital transformation is more than just a buzzword — it’s driving growth. As the company continues to enhance its eCommerce offerings and streamline member experiences, its first-quarter results (Q3 by the calendar) for fiscal 2025 illustrate a combination of solid...

Costco’s New Membership Card Readers Streamline Store Access, Inventory Management
Retail // September 26, 2024

As part of its strategy to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, Costco is rolling out membership card scanners at the front of its stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Costco Mulls Raising Membership Fee, Add Warehouses Amid Rising Sales
Retail // May 30, 2024

Costco is weighing a raise in its membership fee, and plans to add new warehouses and expand partnerships amid rising sales, the retailer said Thursday (May 30) in its quarterly earnings report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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High-Income Americans Go Bargain Hunting and Shake Up Retail’s Royalty

June 05, 2025
The big trade down is on. Dollar General, long synonymous with serving America’s most budget-conscious consumers, is seeing a marked shift in its customer base. On its first-quarter 2025 earnings call, CEO Todd Vasos disclosed that the retailer is attracting more high-income shoppers than at any time in the past four years — a trend […]

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Costco Mulls Raising Membership Fee, Add Warehouses Amid Rising Sales

May 30, 2024
Costco is weighing a raise in its membership fee, and plans to add new warehouses and expand partnerships amid rising sales, the retailer said Thursday (May 30) in its quarterly earnings report. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional […]