The Costco Effect has Walmart on edge

The Costco Effect has Walmart on edge

The “Costco Effect” is having a domino-like impact on the world of retail, forcing giants to rethink strategies in the face of tariffs, supplier pressures, and skittish consumer loyalty.Read more...

Alana Al-Hatlani, a professional baker, decided to try cookies with chocolate sparks from four popular chains: Costco, Walmart, Kroger and Safeway. With years of experience in the bakery, Alana had high expectations.But what she discovered between Costco and Walmart was a significant difference and she counted it a few months ago in Business Insider.The expectations of a professional bakerAs an expert, Alana knows what a good cookie should have …

Walmart Is Coming for Costco's Food Court With This New Offering

This one is for the pizza lovers.Allrecipes/Adobe StockIf you’re a Costco fan, we know how much you likely miss the beloved Pizza Combo from its food court. Back in the day, you could buy a slice of pizza or a pie for a little under $10—that was before it got discontinued in 2020. Then in 2024, to our surprise, the pizza returned, but only as a take-home-and-bake option, which honestly doesn't hit the same way as fresh pizza does.Well, if you've…