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☆ I've worked at Costco for 18 years. Here are 10 of the best things I'm seeing on the shelves this month.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Veronica Thatcher | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

As someone who's worked at Costco for 18 years, I know which items are worth grabbing at the store. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . As someone who's worked at Costco for over 18 years, I'm always on the lookout for the best-value items at the wholesale retailer. Here are 10 things I recommend checking out at Costco in May.

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☆ Jim Cramer: Costco has room to run despite a rich valuation and shares nearing all-time highs
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-09 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

CNBC's Jim Cramer likes Costco stock despite its high valuation and suggests it has more room to run. "I feel very comfortable" about Costco, Cramer said Thursday on " Squawk on the Street ," after the wholesale retailer reported a solid April sales report. Costco shares rose nearly 1.5% after Wednesday evening's monthly sales report showed core comparable sales, which exclude gas and foreign exchange fluctuations, gained 5.5% last month. Goldman Sachs analysts increased its Costco price target to $840 from $830 and also maintained its buy rating. The Club currently has a 2 rating on Costco shares and a price target of $800.

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☆ A gut health dietitian shares her 4 favorite fiber-filled, minimally processed Costco snacks
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-08 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

When dietitian Megan Hilbert buys snacks she looks for minimally processed whole foods. AdvertisementA gut health dietitian shared the four healthy snacks she buys on repeat from Costco. Studies have found that a more diverse microbiome is a healthier one, and this is important because research increasingly shows that gut health is linked to overall health. 'That's It' dried fruit barHilbert and her partner are big fans of Costco's "That's It" fruit bars. AdvertisementAs the name suggests, they contain only dried fruit with no added sugar or other ingredients.

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☆ Walmart launches new grocery brand, as it tries to hang on to inflation-fueled growth
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-30 | by ( Melissa Repko | In Melissa-Repko | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

And its low-priced reputation has helped the company attract higher income grocery shoppers as inflation pinches budgets. On Tuesday, the big-box retailer said it will roll out a private label called BetterGoods, a line of more trend-and chef-driven foods. Walmart is debuting a new grocery brand, as the discounter tries to retain the shoppers it has attracted during a period of high inflation. Another grocery brand it debuted, Favorite Day, is made up of creative takes on ice cream bars and trail mixes. The new private brand will join Walmart's existing collection of private brands in the grocery department, which includes Great Value — the country's largest private grocery brand by revenue, according to Numerator, a market research firm.

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☆ I couldn't deal with Costco when my kids were little, but I love it now that we're empty nesters
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Beth Harpaz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

I'd often do the weekly grocery shopping at a 24-hour supermarket on Fridays at midnight after the kids and their father fell asleep. Even though we may have saved money shopping at Costco — and most Costco shoppers have kids — going there felt out of the question in those early days of parenthood. Related storiesSo, as empty nesters, we figured we'd try Costco — and we fell in love. We store some bulk Costco buys at the bottom of our pantry. And I don't regret not going to Costco when our kids were small.

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☆ My husband and I have a Costco executive membership. Here are 10 things we buy for our family of 4.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-29 | by ( Ellen Ranta Olson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

My husband and I use our Costco executive membership to buy food for our family of four. The Kirkland Signature chicken street-taco kit is a yummy, filling meal my kids and husband love. AdvertisementMuch like over half of Costco's shoppers, we have children to feed and like to buy our family's favorite foods in bulk. My husband is a Costco general manager, so he gets a free executive membership as an employee. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ 3 things Costco shoppers should know before buying gold bars
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-28 | by ( Dominick Reuter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Costco sells an estimated $200 million worth of gold and silver bars per month. Gold expert Taylor Huff says with the popularity, some buyers might not know what to expect. Huff recommended three things Costco shoppers should keep in mind when buying gold. Each new batch of gold bars sells out "within a few hours" of being released for a small mark-up over its spot price. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ Jim Cramer's favorite investment themes in this rough market and 3 stocks he likes now
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

Here are the responses from Jim Cramer and Director of Portfolio Analysis Jeff Marks. (Gary, Philadelphia) Jim Cramer: Go to Club holding Costco's website and buy gold. When we do see a lot of parabolic moves happening in the market that's usually a sign for us to start raising cash. (Sonny) Jim Cramer: Former President Donald Trump wants more defense. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade.

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☆ Costo's quirky culture means the finance chief won't get his own parking spot
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-25 | by ( Alexandra Bacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Costco's new CFO won't inherit his predecessor's parking spot, as he hasn't served enough time there yet. Some employees have stayed at the company for over 30 years, and several execs started out working on the shop floor. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementCostco's CFO, Robert Galanti, retired in March after 40 years at the company, but the new CFO won't be so quick to fill in his parking spot. Reserved parking spaces at Costco are based on tenure rather than seniority, The Wall Street Journal reported.

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Here's a rapid-fire update on all 33 stocks in Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust, the portfolio we use for the CNBC Investing Club. Broadcom : Broadcom's AI business, which includes co-designing custom chips for tech giants such as Club holding Alphabet, is booming. The newspaper reported April 12 that Salesforce was in talks to buy Informatica, which sent the Club holding's shares plunging. Wells Fargo : Another trim is due for our Wells Fargo position after a great run for the bank stock, Jim argued. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade.

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☆ Costco is selling up to $200 million of gold bars and silver coins every month, but probably not making much profit, retail analyst says
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-11 | by ( Grace Dean | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Costco's monthly sales of its gold bars and silver coins could total $200 million, Wells Fargo estimated. The gold bars — which sell out very quickly — go for about 2% over the spot price. AdvertisementCostco could be selling up to $200 million worth of its one-ounce gold bars and 25-pack silver coins every month, according to estimates from Wells Fargo. The gold bars are limited to five per Costco membership, while the coins are limited to five cases. Kelly, however, noted that the sales of gold bars and silver coins would likely be bringing "minimal profit" for Costco.

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☆ Jim Cramer takes Costco's big dividend increase as a sign the stock could go higher
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-11 | by ( Morgan Chittum | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Every weekday the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer holds a "Morning Meeting" livestream at 10:20 a.m. Jim Cramer said the "market's got its mind made up," and investors are too short-sighted on the Federal Reserve's next interest rate move. This is a bullish sign for the stock, Jim argued, because it shows management's conviction in Costco's business. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER .

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☆ Costco selling as much as $200 million in gold bars monthly, Wells Fargo estimates
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-09 | by ( Jeff Cox | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Gold has turned into money for Costco , where yellow metal sales begun last year have turned into a cash cow for the big-box retailer. In fact, sales are so brisk that analysts at Wells Fargo expect revenue "may now be running at" $100 million to $200 million a month, a rapid acceleration since bullion hit the warehouse club late in the summer of 2023. "The accelerating frequency of Reddit posts, quick on-line sell-outs of product, and COST's robust monthly eComm sales suggests a sharp uptick in momentum since the launch." Costco is selling 1-ounce bars made of nearly pure 24-karat gold. The government is on pace for a $2 trillion deficit this year, adding to a total debt load that has surpassed $34.6 trillion.

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☆ I pay for Costco's $120 executive membership even though I only shop for 2. Here are some of my favorite things to get for dinner.
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-06 | by ( Dominic Bucca | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Maldon sea-salt flakes and Kirkland Signature grass-fed butter are essentials in my house. I pay $120 annually for an executive membership, which comes with a 2% reward of up to $1,000 on qualified Costco purchases. In my opinion, the Costco executive membership, which is double the price of its cheaper $60 gold-star option, offers the most value for customers. As long as I spend at least $3,000 annually, I make back the extra cost of the executive membership in rewards. Here's what I buy using my executive membership.

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☆ I'm a chef who loves to shop at Costco — but there are 12 things I never buy there
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-05 | by ( Lizzy Briskin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Instead of buying mixed salted nuts, I just buy the variety I need. It might be better to buy nuts that have not been roasted if you need them to last. Lizzy BriskinNuts are a fantastic snack and ingredient, but large bags or tubs of nut varieties that have been roasted and salted are a pass for me. And though roasting nuts certainly improves the flavor, it also significantly decreases their shelf life. Your best bet may be to buy Costco's single-variety packs of unroasted nuts and keep them in your freezer for maximum freshness.

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☆ Jim Cramer sees Ford and Costco nearing buy levels. Here's the story behind each
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Ford and Costco are approaching good levels to pick up additional shares, according to Jim Cramer. "Costco shares have given back some recent gains but business is strong," said Jeff Marks, the Club's director of portfolio analysis. Ford fundamentals Shares of Club name Ford rose 2.8% to $13.65 each Wednesday after vehicle sales in the first quarter grew 6.8%. "These numbers do not show the profitability of Ford," Jim said Wednesday, suggesting investors should value the company at higher levels. Ford shares need to catch up to crosstown rival General Motors , he argued.

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☆ You can now get Ozempic at Costco — but don't expect big savings
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-03 | by ( Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Costco is now selling the weight loss drug Ozempic through a partnership with health startup Sesame. Still, that doesn't cover the cost of the GLP-1 drug, which has gained popularity but can be costly. Now, you can get a prescription for the weight loss drug Ozempic through the retailer, too. For $179, members can get a prescription for the GLP-1 weight loss drug plus a meeting with a doctor or specialist. Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 drugs have gained popularity among people trying to lose weight over the last few years.

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☆ Non-members will no longer be able to buy Costco's iconic $1.50 hot dog combo
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-27 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Starting next month, you might need to pay $60 for access to Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog. That's because the wholesale retailer will soon be barring non-members from dining at a number of its food courts. Though shopping at Costco and enjoying the chain's deals and discounts has always required an annual membership, the food court has traditionally been open to the public. Sign up for CNBC's new online course How to Earn Passive Income Online to learn about common passive income streams, tips to get started and real-life success stories. Plus, sign up for CNBC Make It's newsletter to get tips and tricks for success at work, with money and in life.

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☆ What's behind Danaher's decline, plus high hopes for Apple's developers event
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-26 | by ( Jeff Marks | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Every weekday, the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer releases the Homestretch — an actionable afternoon update, just in time for the last hour of trading on Wall Street. Mark your calendars: Apple said it will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference from June 10 to June 14. As a subscriber to the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer, you will receive a trade alert before Jim makes a trade. THE ABOVE INVESTING CLUB INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND PRIVACY POLICY , TOGETHER WITH OUR DISCLAIMER . NO FIDUCIARY OBLIGATION OR DUTY EXISTS, OR IS CREATED, BY VIRTUE OF YOUR RECEIPT OF ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE INVESTING CLUB.

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☆ Dollar General is taking a key strategy from Costco as it aims to lower costs
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-21 | by ( Dominick Reuter | Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Dollar General is sharply reducing the selection of products it sells in order to cut costs. The discounter previously stocked about 12,000 unique items, referenced by SKUs. AdvertisementSome Dollar General shoppers may see their favorite items disappearing from shelves as the discount retailer looks to control inventory costs. The move inches Dollar General closer to Costco's time-tested strategy for finding savings through simplicity — the wholesale club famously keeps its SKU count to around 4,000 in its warehouses. Last summer, Dollar General took a $95 million inventory write-down as it cleaned those stores up.

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☆ Costco really wants nonmembers to stop eating at its food court
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-21 | by ( Alexandra Bacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Costco is stopping people without a membership from using its food courts. AdvertisementFamed for its $1.50 hot-dog and soda combo, the Costco food court has attracted the store's members and nonmembers alike. Now, Costco is stopping people without membership from using its food court. One Reddit user posted a photo of a sign outside a Costco in Orlando that said: "Effective April 8, 2024, an active Costco membership card will be required to purchase items from our food court." It's always been Costco's policy that only members can enter the warehouse, meaning those without a membership can't access the indoor food court for many locations.

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☆ I've shopped at Costco for years. Here are my 6 tricks for getting the best deals.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-20 | by ( Emily Thompson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I love shopping at Costco because of the great deals and prices. I take advantage of my membership by using the Costco app to check for sales. Although I save money by shopping regularly at the store, I've also found ways to maximize my savings as a Costco member. Here are my best tricks for getting the best deals and squeezing the most out of my membership. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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☆ I'm a mom of 6 who hates cooking. Here are 8 things I buy at Costco to make meal planning simple.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-17 | by ( Lindy Vogel | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

As a mom of six who hates cooking, I turn to Costco products to make meal planning simple. Some of my favorite items include Costco's street-taco kit and almond-flour grain-free tortillas. The thing is, I hate to cook, so meal kits and simple ingredients are requirements in our household. Fortunately, there are lots of great gluten-free items at Costco that are simple to throw together for an easy meal. Here are eight of my favorite Costco items that make cooking for my family more convenient.

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☆ Costco sells emergency meal kits that cost up to $6,999 — and it freaked people out. Naturally, we had to try them.
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-17 | by ( Kelsey Vlamis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

A TikTok about Costco's emergency food kits went viral, sparking some panicked speculations. But emergency meal kits are handy during emergencies and natural disasters, not just the apocalypse. AdvertisementWhen a TikTok showcasing some of the emergency food kits for sale at Costco went viral, people in the comments had questions — and some mild panic. Related storiesReadywise's emergency meal kits can last up to 25 years, while Mountain House says it has a 30-year taste guarantee. Mountain House Breakfast Skillet Kelsey VlamisThe breakfast option from Mountain House was also a winner.

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☆ Why Zyn nicotine pouches are all the rage among workers looking for a boost
▼ + stars: | 2024-03-14 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In today's big story, we're looking at why Zyn nicotine pouches are becoming the go-to alternative for workers looking for a boost . Zyn, a brand of nicotine pouch, has quickly gained a loyal following among some workers looking for a boost during the day. There was a 62% year-over-year bump in the amount of flavored nicotine pouches shipped in the US in 2023. Containers of "Zyn" nicotine pouches. He said the nicotine pouches were too accessible and gave him migraines.

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