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Costco
Retailers say customers are focusing on essentials
Mar 6, 2023
Between inflation and a possibly looming recession, some big box stores are on edge.
Inside the hectic post-holiday "returns season" at a Costco warehouse
Jan 26, 2023
A good portion never make it back to store shelves.
When consumers feel strapped, some brands do well anyway
May 27, 2022
Strong earnings from Nordstrom, Macy's and Dollar General suggest pent-up demand and a reframing of what people consider essential spending.
Consumers turn to bulk buying as inflation hedge
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Matt Levin
Apr 12, 2022
The Costcos of the world benefit.
Why do Walmart shoppers enter on the left and exit on the right?
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Janet Nguyen
Dec 9, 2021
It’s a matter of directing heavy foot traffic, experts say.
Stores are limiting purchases of some products. This time, blame the supply chain.
Sep 24, 2021
Restrictions on purchases can backfire, causing customers to want to stock up on limited supplies.
For public good, not for profit.
Do warehouse clubs like Costco save you money in the long run?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 16, 2021
Buying in bulk can cost more upfront, creating problems for low-income consumers.
Costco, hit especially hard by social-distancing rules, sees 90% bump in online sales
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Andy Uhler
May 26, 2020
The company's sales dropped for the first time since 2009 in April.
Costco and Instacart expand deliveries to include prescription drugs
Apr 20, 2020
It's an effort to compete with drugstore chains and pharmacy startups.