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Costco by the Numbers: 22 Surprising Stats
Costco is the nation’s third-largest retailer in market share, behind Walmart and Amazon according to the National Retail Federation. The company’s net sales topped a whopping $140 billion in 2021, up 15.8% from the year before. But those aren’t the only…
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Trending TikTok Sparks Debate About Service Dogs at Costco
A fluffy service dog has gone viral online after a TikTok video showed the pooch dutifully depositing a bag of treats in front of a Costco cashier. The clip has garnered over 1 million views on the video platform, where…
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These Are the Best Fanny Packs of 2022
Until a few years ago, the fanny pack was a passé artifact of the 1980s. But streetwear influencers and celebrities revived the dorky accoutrement in the twenty-teens, with everyone from Kendall Jenner to Cara Delevingne sporting the practical packs. And…
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Viral TikTok Pokes Fun at Trader Joe’s Friendly Cashiers
Checking out at Trader Joe’s can feel a bit like meeting with an easygoing friend — so much so that it’s become a meme online. One satirical headline asks: “Is He Flirting With You, or Does He Just Work at…
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Costco Next: Everything You Need to Know About This Little-Known Perk
Costco members may know that they benefit from cheaper gas and discounted travel packages, but many seem to overlook Costco Next, the retailer’s direct-to-consumer shopping platform. Launched in 2017, the e-commerce store offers a discounted selection of products from Costco’s…
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Costco Superfans Reveal Their Favorite Kirkland Brand Liquor
From Kirkland’s award-winning laundry detergent to its oddly familiar coffee (it’s Starbucks), Costco’s in-house label often represents the best of Costco — and the liquor is no exception. In a post to the popular Costco subreddit, the retailer’s superfans revealed…
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Ikea Products That Are Almost Impossible to Assemble
Anyone who’s bought furniture at Ikea knows that making your way through the mazelike store without overspending is just half the battle. Once you get home, you face the daunting task of…
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This 90s-Era Target Cafe Is a Blast From the Past
Calling all 90s fans: A Target cafe is making the rounds on Reddit for its distinctly retro vibes, complete with neon signage and unmistakable 90s tiling. In August, Reddit user…
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Fun and Useful Gifts for Dog-Obsessed Humans
What should you get the dog lover in your life? We have a wealth of inexpensive gifts for dog lovers for everyone from doting pet parents to those who are…
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These Big-Name Companies Still Pay Most Workers Under $15 an Hour
Ten states have or are planning to institute a mandatory minimum wage of $15 an hour, and California just enacted a law on Labor Day that creating the first-in-the-nation fast food…
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Which Stores Are Open (and Closed) on Labor Day?
If you’re looking at a leisurely, long Labor Day weekend, you may also be thinking it wouldn’t be so bad to get through some errands or even (gasp) shop for…
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Emergency Supplies to Stock Up On at Costco and Sam’s
Whether it’s another pandemic, dangerous weather, or some other disruption to everyday life, Costco and Sam’s Club have a lot to offer anyone who’s preparing for an emergency. From toiletries…
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Sam’s Club Membership Is About to Get More Expensive
Soon it won’t be quite as cheap to shop at Sam’s Club anymore. CNBC reports that the Walmart-owned warehouse store will be hiking annual fees to $50 from $45 for…
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Ideas for Filling a Gift Basket on a Budget
Sure, it’s easy to buy a holiday gift basket and give it to a friend or loved one, but it’s so … impersonal. And expensive. Instead of spending a small…
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25 Times Companies Promised More Than They Could Deliver
Most companies want nothing more than to drum up demand. Special promotions and flashy launches are one way to create buzz, even if the product ends up flopping. Other times,…
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The Best Places to Buy and Sell Used Wedding Dresses
As the saying goes, one bridal tradition is to wear “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” on the couple’s wedding day. What if that “something old” is a…
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Costco Laundry Detergent Crowned ‘Best Value’ — and You Don’t Need a Membership to Buy It
In its 2022 test of laundry detergents, Consumer Reports named Costco’s Kirkland Signature Ultra Clean Liquid as the “best value” detergent, ranking it above top-tier brands like Tide and Persil…
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Cool and Creative Gifts Under $10 for Your Coworkers
The holidays are tough enough on the wallet, with gifts to buy for family and friends. But you can’t ignore coworkers, unless you want to start off the new year…
