A woman has been arrested after deputies say she left her 4-year-old daughter unattended inside a parked vehicle while shopping at a Costco in northwest Harris County.
As grocery prices continue to strain household budgets, several major grocery chains are rolling out price cuts in an effort to attract shoppers and compete with warehouse retailers like Costco and Samās Club.
As gas prices remain elevated across much of the country, more drivers are turning to Costco for cheaper fuel, helping the warehouse retailer set new records for gasoline sales.
Shoppers pulled back on spending in April as higher gas prices fueled by the Iran war meant less money left over for some nonessentials like clothing and furniture.
Costco is joining other companies that arenāt waiting to see whether the Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trumpās most sweeping import taxes.
More than 2.2 million pounds of Korean barbecue pork jerky has been recalled over contamination with pieces of metal.
The Federal Reserveās preferred inflation gauge mostly held steady last month despite President Donald Trumpās broad-based tariffs, but a measure of underlying inflation increased.
Lululemon has filed a lawsuit against Costco that accuses the wholesale club operator of selling lower-priced duplicates of some of its popular athleisure clothing.
Consumer sentiment increased in June for the first time in six months, the latest sign that Americansā views of the economy have improved as inflation has stayed tame and the Trump administration has reached a truce in its trade fight with China.
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The U.S. economy shrank at a 0.2% annual pace from January through March, the first drop in three years, as President Donald Trumpās trade wars disrupted business, the government said Thursday in a slight upgrade of its initial estimate.
U.S. consumer sentiment fell slightly in May for the fifth straight month as Americans increasingly worry that President Donald Trumpās trade war will worsen inflation.
For those in an apartment wondering what they can do to prepare for an inevitable power outage during the upcoming hurricane season, there are options for you so you arenāt left in the dark.
The U.S. economy expanded at a healthy annual 2.4% pace the last three months of 2024, supported by a year-end surge in consumer spending.
U.S. consumer confidence continued its sharp 2025 decline as Americansā views about their financial futures fell to a 12-year low, driven by rising concerns over tariffs and inflation.
Ongoing tariff threats from Washington and potentially sweeping government job cuts have darkened consumersā mood and may be weighing on an otherwise mostly healthy economy.
The Trump administration believes a renewed emphasis on biosecurity can help in the battle against bird flu and ease egg prices.
U.S. consumer confidence plummeted in February, the biggest monthly decline in more than four years, a business research group said Tuesday.
U.S. wholesale prices came in hotter than expected last month at a time when progress against inflation appears to have stalled, undercutting expectations for lower interest rates this year.
The American economy ended 2024 on a solid note with consumer spending continuing to drive growth.
Costco has claimed victory in pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices.
Cucumbers shipped to the U.S. and Canada ā and organic eggs sold in 25 Costco stores in five southern U.S. states ā have been recalled because of potential salmonella contamination.
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Global oil prices are falling sharply after a retaliatory strike by Israel over the weekend targeted Iranian military sites rather than its energy infrastructure as had been feared.
Peloton plans to sell its deluxe stationary bike at Costco this holiday season as the struggling connected-exercise company seeks to broaden its customer base.
Americansā outlook on the economy soured a bit after two months of small gains, according to the University of Michiganās consumer sentiment index, released Friday.
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That's why you may want to act fast and get a Costco 1-Year Gold star Membership plus a $40 Digital Costco Shop Card* for $60, only available until August 4 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Online marketplace behemoth eBay said it plans to no longer accept American Express, citing what the company says are āunacceptably high feesā and that customers have other payment options to shop online.
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Consumer sentiment fell sharply in May to the lowest level in six months as Americans cited concerns about stubbornly high inflation and interest rates and fears that unemployment could rise.
From cleaning supplies to yummy eats to household must-haves, Costco has a wide range of products that members can discover at a greater value.
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Consumer inflation in the United States cooled last month yet remained elevated in the latest sign that the pandemic-fueled price surge is only gradually and fitfully coming under control.
Federal health officials are expanding a warning about salmonella poisoning tied to charcuterie meat snack trays sold at Sam's Club and Costco stores.
Inflation jumped last month largely because of a spike in gas prices, while other costs rose more slowly, suggesting price pressures are easing at a gradual pace.
Over the past year, inflation in the United States has tumbled from 9% all the way to 3%, softening most of the price pressures that have gripped the nation for more than two years.
Signs that inflation pressures in the United States are steadily easing emerged Friday in reports that consumer prices rose in June at their slowest pace in more than two years and that wage growth cooled last quarter.
I finally did it. I am officially a card-carrying Costco shopper. After more than 18 years working as a consumer investigative reporter, comparison shopping and helping you all find the best ways to save money, I bit the bullet and shelled out $120 for an Executive membership. This article explains what deals I found on my first trip to the warehouse retailer.
An inflation index that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve tumbled last month to its lowest level since April 2021, pulled down by lower gas prices and slower-rising food costs.
Wholesale prices in the United States dropped 0.3% from April to May, another sign that inflationary pressures continue to ease in the face of repeated interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.
Consumers picked up their spending modestly in April from March, particularly in dining out and online, buoyed by a solid job market and easing inflationary pressures.
Asian stock markets are following Wall Street higher ahead of a U.S. job market update that traders hope might encourage the Federal Reserve to ease off plans for more interest rate hikes.
The CDC has confirmed three hepatitis A cases, with two more suspected, among people in Washington who reported eating frozen strawberries.
Costco can be a great place to find good deals on the foods you eat every day. But there are a few areas where your local grocery store or a big box store like Walmart and Target can offer better value for your money.
Luckily some Houston-area stores will be open on Christmas Eve for that final rush, whether you need that final ingredient, or need to pick up a whole meal, or even a Christmas gift
Itās not every day that you prepare a feast as big as a Thanksgiving dinner, so itās easy to forget something. Half-and-half. Butter. That pesky can of cranberry sauce.
Since our bulk buying series this summer, weāve kept an eye on Samās Club and Costco and the ways to save through the seasons.
Wholesalers like Costco and Samās Club appeal to shoppers because they give members the ability to buy in bulk, which can mean securing better per-item prices that can lead to significant savings. But what if bulk buying doesnāt work for you?
Costco may be a wonderland of big bulk items, but it can also be a bit overwhelming if itās your first time.
Knock-offs, dupes, imitations or whatever you want to call them, but finding a product that works or looks like the brand name original can save a lot of money. Itās why when we heard some store-brand workout pants fit just like the much pricier brand for a fraction of the cost, we had to check them out.
Amy Davis teams up with KPRC2 producer Andrea Slaydon to talk about saving money at membership clubs. Youāll learn some unique ways to save money at Costco and Samās club. Plus, ways you can shop without a membership and some things you might want to just skip.
Saving money is an artform for some.
These are social media users and accounts that celebrate the worlds of Costco, Sam's Club and buying products in bulk.
With the increased costs of gas and groceries, we are all looking for ways 2 save money. If you have Samās Club or Costco memberships, you may not be getting all of the savings you can. We are looking into the unique ways you can save money with a discount club membership.
When you commit to anything big in your life, itās important to consider the pros and cons of that commitment.
Walmart-owned Samās Club said Wednesday it will raise its annual fees this fall, as the warehouse clubās membership hovers at a record high and inflation-pinched shoppers seek deals on bulk items.
U.S. retail sales rose 0.9% in April, a solid increase that underscores Americansā ability to keep ramping up spending even as inflation persists at nearly a 40-year high.
As gas prices keep going up, we are all looking for ways to save money at the pump. You may be wasting the gas in your car without even knowing it. We found checking a few little things could add up to help save you money.
Chipmaker Intel scored a decisive legal victory in a long-running battle against European Union competition watchdogs after a court reversed itself and threw out a billion euro antitrust fine issued more than a decade ago.
Authorities say investigators are working to determine whether some small bone fragments found during the search for a 91-year-old woman who tried to save her dogs from a wildfire in suburban Denver could belong to her.
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Prices for U.S. consumers jumped in June by the most in 13 years, signaling that a swift rebound in spending has run up against widespread supply shortages that have escalated the costs of many goods and services.
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The U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.4% rate in the first three months of this year, setting the stage for what economists are forecasting could be the strongest year for the economy in possibly seven decades.
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