Costco to Raise Membership Fee

John

Costco Wholesale Corp. said it is raising membership fees for about 22 million customers, as the largest U.S. warehouse club operator seeks to offset rising costs.

The 10% increase in membership fees, going into effect next month, may help offset the disappointing operating margin the company showed in the latest quarter. Operating margin shrank to 2.7% from 2.9% amid double-digit increases in merchandise and overhead costs on a percentage basis.

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John’s Note:

If you are a regular member, your membership will be $55.00/year. Executive members will pay $110.00/year.

I am keeping my membership.