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Costco's early Executive Membership success in China, paired with warehouse expansion, could boost fee income, shopping frequency and loyalty.

Bristol Gate Capital Partners, an investment management company, published its Q2 2026 investor letter for the “US Equity Strategy”. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The Strategy lagged the S&P 500 Total Return Index in the quarter in terms of returns, but outperformed in dividend growth. Despite debate over capital cycle returns, […]

Costco has a very limited selection compared to other retailers its size. That's an intentional choice that allows the company to keep prices down. By selling, for example, one SKU of ketchup rather than various sizes and packaging options, Costco maximizes how many of that unit it sells, giving it ...

Eli Lilly's expanding GLP-1 portfolio and pipeline remain in focus as demand stays strong ahead of its second-quarter earnings results.

Costco expands beyond traditional warehouse-attached fuel sites on June 24 by officially opening its first standalone, members-only gas station with 40 pumps in Mission Viejo, California.

Investors are hoping the dominant retailer can get back to its winning ways.

Eli Lilly's GLP-1 portfolio, pipeline progress and 2026 acquisitions are driving growth despite pricing pressure and rising competition.

The warehouse store chain's powerful membership model and relentless expansion could make it retail's next trillion-dollar stock.

If you're feeling uneasy about today's bull market sustainability, the answer might be in the cards.

While Costco remains an exceptional business, BJ's Wholesale Club could deliver stronger long-term returns thanks to its lower valuation and greater room for expansion.

I've been a Costco member for about 20 years. And when I first signed up, my warehouse trips were pretty predictable. I'd stock up on bulk groceries, grab a few household essentials, and somehow leave with far more snacks than I ever intended to buy. Over time, though, Costco became much more ...

Laifen has introduced its SE High-Speed Hair Dryer at select Costco warehouse locations in the U.S. The rollout marks Laifen's largest U.S. retail expansion so far and expands Costco's premium health and beauty lineup. The product was previously focused on direct-to-consumer channels and is now available to Costco members in store. For Costco Wholesale (NasdaqGS:COST), the Laifen launch adds another premium product to a membership model that already attracts a wide range of shoppers. The...

Costco shoppers are increasingly paying twice as much for membership, and the warehouse giant says it's because the extra perks now offer enough value to justify the higher price. The warehouse club's members are driven by value and data shows that the chain delivers, according to a study ...

The “Mag Seven” has become the “Bag Seven.” Sharp tech investors are looking elsewhere.

Costco, Fastenal, and Visa all pass Warren Buffett's classic quality screen, but passing the quality test and clearing the valuation bar are two very different things. One of these compounders is a trap at current prices, one deserves patience, and one looks like the setup Buffett himself would recognize.

Costco plans 26 net-new warehouses in fiscal 2026 as U.S. relocations and a deep international pipeline extend its growth runway.

The first stand-alone Costco gas station opened on a former Bed Bath & Beyond site in Southern California.

Three numbers are quietly making Costco one of the most compelling setups for retirement portfolios, and the obvious competitor does not come close to matching them.

Costco just pulled back from a 52-week high while still putting up double-digit comp growth and a 90% membership renewal rate. Whether that dip is a warning sign or a rare entry point depends on which force wins out.

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Costco (COST) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

The first location opened in Mission Viejo, California last month; a second is planned for Honolulu

The stock soundly outperformed the S&P 500.

For years, Target occupied a unique place in retail. It offered low prices, but shoppers often viewed it as a step above competitors like Walmart. Target was the store where customers could pick up paper towels and laundry detergent but also leave with a stylish lamp, trendy home décor, or a ...

National average gasoline prices are just under $4 a gallon and could hit that mark in the next day or so, according to Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. GasBuddy has the national average price at $3.98 a gallon, up 16 cents a gallon from a week ago and 86 cents a gallon from a year ago. Costco Wholesale's retail gasoline pumps are so popular with members that the warehouse chain is setting up a few standalone stations, according to The Wall Street Journal.

For decades, Costco's gas stations have served a purpose beyond selling discounted fuel. They've been one of the retailer's most effective traffic drivers, giving members another reason to visit a warehouse. Once shoppers are inside, Costco's famously effective "treasure hunt" merchandising ...

Investing.com -- A sample of shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms tested positive for the parasite behind a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, Reuters and The Wall Street Journal reported Saturday.

Taylor Farms is a critical supplier to restaurants and retailers, with produce from a single processing facility often distributed to customers across multiple states.

In early July 2026, Costco Wholesale reported that June net sales reached US$29.24 billion, a 10.6% year-over-year increase, while its Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of US$1.47 per share payable on August 7, 2026. Beyond those figures, the combination of solid sales growth and continued emphasis on membership-driven revenue highlights how Costco’s recurring-fee model underpins its ability to return cash to shareholders. With June’s double-digit sales growth underscoring membership...

Costco wants to give its shoppers an easier way to buy gas. The locations are part of Costco’s effort to find new ways to increase sales and make its membership more valuable to shoppers, said Costco Chief Financial Officer Gary Millerchip. Members have said they want faster checkouts, larger parking lots and that gas stations can get busy, he said in an interview.

June net sales jumped 10.6%, e-commerce accelerated, and analysts see additional catalysts heading into the back half of the year.