Costco Rolls Out New Tech to Speed Up Checkout Queues
Costco is deploying new in-line scanning technology to cut wait times, moving away from self-checkout. CEO Ron Vachris details the speed-focused strategy amid a wider retail shift.
Costco is deploying new in-line scanning technology to cut wait times, moving away from self-checkout. CEO Ron Vachris details the speed-focused strategy amid a wider retail shift.
UK drivers have been overcharged by £5bn since 2022 as petrol stations fail to reflect falling wholesale oil costs. Find out why pump prices remain stubbornly high.
UK Costco members complain about intentionally confusing store layouts designed to boost spending. CEO admits the 'treasure hunt' tactic is deliberate. Read more.
US wholesale giant Costco files lawsuit against Trump administration, alleging misuse of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The retailer warns importers may lose refunds even if duties are unlawful.
Retail giant Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of billions paid in tariffs if the Supreme Court deems them unlawful. Explore the legal battle and its impact on prices.
Mitchells & Butlers raises menu prices by 3.2% as steak costs soar 30% and wage bills increase. Discover how this impacts your favourite pubs.
Soaring cinema ticket prices, driven by blockbusters like Wicked: For Good, are making family film nights a luxury. Discover expert tips on how to save on your next cinema visit.
A woman reveals her six-bedroom new build home cost just £391,060 in Lincolnshire, leaving viewers shocked by the UK's stark property price divide. Discover the full cost breakdown.
Costco urges customers to return two Caesar salad products due to potential plastic contamination. Check your fridge for affected item numbers and sell-by dates. Full refunds available.
Discover which major retailers, including Walmart and Target, are giving staff the day off this Thanksgiving. Plan your Black Friday shopping with our guide.
Discover how inflation transformed toy prices from the 1970s to today. See what your favourite childhood toys cost then versus now in this nostalgic price comparison.
Millions of Americans face unbearable costs for groceries, housing and childcare as Trump's policies fail to address the deepening affordability crisis. Discover why families are struggling.
UK food inflation climbs to 4.9% as climate change, supply chain costs and new regulations push up prices for essentials like beef, butter and chocolate. Discover the real reasons behind your rising grocery bill.
Costco is quietly rolling out membership card scanners at its food courts nationwide, ending the era of non-members accessing its famous $1.50 hot dog combo. Find out how this crackdown impacts shoppers.
The cost of a Thanksgiving dinner for ten has fallen to $55.18, a 5% drop from 2024. Discover the key factors behind this year's savings and which items have become more expensive.
UK house price growth decelerated to 2.6% in September 2025, with London seeing a 1.8% fall. Discover the regional variations and what it means for your property value.
UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, a four-month low, as energy price hikes slowed. Food costs, however, rose sharply. Read the full analysis ahead of the Budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces pressure as scrapping 5p Fuel Duty relief may push average petrol prices to their highest since 2012. AA warns this would hammer drivers and fuel inflation.
Costco urgently recalls two Caesar salad products due to potential plastic contamination in the dressing. Customers urged not to consume and return for a full refund.
Over 900,000 bottles of Kirkland Prosecco recalled due to spontaneous explosion risk. One injury reported. Learn how to safely dispose and claim your refund.
Exclusive analysis reveals London's property market is bucking national trends with significant price increases, while Halifax reports UK-wide affordability crisis hitting hardest outside the capital.
Global oil markets face turbulence as OPEC+ unexpectedly pauses planned output increases, sending prices soaring while UK manufacturing activity contracts sharply.
Millions of British households are about to see significant relief on their energy bills as electricity prices are forecast to drop substantially in the coming months, driven by increased renewable generation and lower wholesale costs.
A routine Facebook Marketplace transaction in Indiana takes a gruesome turn as a Colorado man discovers human remains inside a freezer he purchased.
British families face frightening Halloween candy costs as Trump tariffs and climate change create the perfect storm for price surges. Discover why your treats are getting terrifyingly expensive.
UK consumers face frightening confectionery price hikes as global cocoa costs hit record highs, threatening to make Halloween treats more expensive than ever.
British families face frightening candy costs this Halloween as inflation drives treat prices to terrifying new heights. Discover which sweets have seen the scariest price hikes.
British coffee lovers face bitter price rises as extreme weather and supply chain disruptions create perfect storm for bean costs. Experts warn of sustained increases hitting supermarket shelves and cafes.
Kirkland Signature Korean Style Pork Jerky has been urgently recalled from Costco warehouses across the UK after potentially dangerous undeclared allergens were discovered in the product.
Discover the surprising consumer trend seeing South Korean shoppers flock to South Dakota's Costco warehouses, creating an unexpected retail phenomenon that's reshaping shopping habits across continents.