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After first announcing in January that it would replace Pepsi products with Coke at its food courts, Costco has begun rolling out the change.
In a 49-page complaint, Lululemon accused Costco of blatantly ripping off some of its most recognizable styles.
Costco has brought back a huge perk that its members have missed.
Costco CEO Ron Vachris said that improving the member experience at high-volume warehouse club stores was “a strategic priority for all of us.”
While Costco has a clear plan in place to both retain and attract members, the company is constantly reevaluating its strategy.
The presence of a high-end retailer’s name at Costco is causing concern among some of the retailer’s current vendors.
Costco recently gave members a new payment option for online purchases.
Some of Costco’s food court items are available in take-home versions.
Costco members are angry after the retailer increased the price of one of its food court items.
Target is making a major change when it comes to self-checkout at the retailer’s stores.
Because the new tariffs would be more costly than the products themselves, Temu is adding “import charges” on Chinese imported goods.
Customers have left hundreds of one-star reviews on Costco’s website for one of the store’s products, and Reddit is filled with complaints.
This isn’t the first time Costco has been called out for shrinkflation.
Walmart is staring at a significant boycott threat from consumers, which could negatively impact its sales.