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Consumers turn to bulk buying as inflation hedge

Apr 12, 2022
The Costcos of the world benefit.
Food prices are climbing, and more people are turning to bulk stores for their needs.
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Costco stock sees remarkable growth. What's behind that?

Dec 12, 2019
Buying in bulk and the variety are some of the reasons, said consumers.
This photo taken on August 20, 2019 shows a staff member checking items at a Costco store during a media day in Shanghai ahead of its official opening on August 27.
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