Costco, a well-regarded wholesale retailer, is currently facing criticism over its pricing practices. Despite being known for offering high-quality products at low prices and treating its employees generously, recent accusations suggest that members may not be pleased with certain pricing strategies. The Economist has highlighted Costco's business model, which includes charging a fixed membership fee. Additionally, Costco's stock is pricier than Nvidia on a forward PE basis, raising questions about its valuation and potential for multiple expansion.
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'Costco is guided by a simple idea—hook shoppers by offering high-quality products at the lowest prices. It does this by keeping markups low while charging a fixed memb. fee and stocking fewer distinct products while treating its employees generously.' https://t.co/QfZW16XRfA
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Did The Economist jinx $COST? Great business… not a great stock. Fun Fact: Costco is pricier than Nvidia on a forward PE basis. And not just by a little. Where will you get your multiple expansion from? Pretty easy pass. https://t.co/ai3n1UbC7h
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