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☆ Some people may love to abuse Costco's generous returns policy, but it's a genius business decision
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-27 | by ( Alexandra Bacon | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewA big perk of a Costco membership is the unlimited returns offered by the company. While the returns policy on electronic goods is now 90 days, until 2007, Costco members had an unlimited returns policy on electronic goods — excluding personal computers. It's far from the only example of Costco returns. Bean used to offer a legendary lifetime returns policy but switched to a one-year return limit in 2018 after some customers abused it. Shoshy Ciment/Business InsiderCostco's business model relies on maintaining customer loyalty, and unlimited returns help.

Persons: —, Yuliana Martinez, Louis Orellana, Bean, Shoshy, Neil Saunders, Saunders, Katherine Black, Kearney, Gina Logan, Logan Organizations: Service, Costco, Business, GlobalData

NEW LOOK 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 . Now, he's trying to turn the company around by stepping up for a second stint at its helm. The sportswear brand said March 13 that Plank will take over its CEO role again more than four years after he left the position. The company has also struggled to define itself against competitors — most notably Nike.

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☆ Organized retail thieves' most-wanted list: Survey reveals which items are most likely to be stolen from stores
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-21 | by ( Ben Tobin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Organized retail crime has contributed to a $94.5 billion inventory-shrink problem for the retail industry. Retail criminals steal across many different product categories, per the National Retail Federation. Here are the most popular items targeted for organized retail crime as identified by the National Retail Federation, in no particular order. Shoshy Ciment/Business InsiderDesigner handbagsFashion and fine jewelryBeltsWatchesDesigner sunglassesBranded eyewearFootwearShoe retailers need to be wary of organized retail criminals. REUTERS/Jessica DinapoliInfant formulaInfant and toddler itemsChildren's toysOtherGift cards also aren't safe from organized retail crime.

☆ Walmart, Best Buy, Trader Joe's and other retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving this year — see the list
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-23 | by ( Ann Matica | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Stores like Walmart and Best Buy will be closing their doors on Thanksgiving again this year. Here's a list of retailers that have decided to stay closed on Thanksgiving Day. AppleREUTERS/Alyssa PointerApple stores located in the US will be closed this Thanksgiving, according to a company spokesperson. NordstromJeff Greenberg/Contributor/Universal Images Group Editorial via GettyNordstrom will not be opening its doors for business this Thanksgiving, according to Forbes. PetcoEducation Images/Contributor/Universal Images Group Editorial via GettyA company spokesperson confirmed to Insider that Petco will remain closed on Thanksgiving Day.

☆ Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and at least 15 other retailers will be closed on Thanksgiving this year — see the list
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-21 | by ( Ann Matica | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Retailers like Walmart and Target are closing their stores on Thanksgiving Day again this year. The following year, Target followed suit, announcing it would be closed on Thanksgiving for good. Here's a list of retailers that have decided to stay closed on Thanksgiving Day. While a small number of employees still work on Thanksgiving Day to keep things operating smoothly, they all receive holiday pay, according to Target. PetcoEducation Images/Contributor/Universal Images Group Editorial via GettyA company spokesperson confirmed to Insider that Petco will remain closed on Thanksgiving Day.

☆ Insiders reveal how to get a high-paying corporate job at Instacart, the fast-growing grocery startup where engineers and managers make well into the six-figures
▼ + stars: | 2021-02-10 | by ( Shoshy Ciment | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Instacart, an online grocery startup, is looking to fill about 1,000 corporate positions. They revealed the best way to stand out, nail the interview process, and get a job offer from the company. The interview process can include everything from a team assessment to a question about your shopping habits. Here's how much the company pays engineers and more. Instacart is headquartered in San Francisco, California InstacartThe interview process doesn't end once you get an offer from Instacart.

☆ From rings to cakes, Costco has what you need for a budget wedding
▼ + stars: | 2019-06-28 | by ( Shoshy Ciment | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The bridal industry is struggling across the board. As younger people want to spend less on their weddings and engagements, the business of bridal stores is in a precarious place. We explored Costco — our favorite bulk-item superstore — and made a guide to help you plan the wedding of your dreams on a budget. IBISWorld measured that the Bridal Stores industry has grown by zero percent in the last five years. From diamond engagement rings to towering wedding cakes, here's our guide for how to plan a discount wedding from Costco.

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