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Costco Wholesale Corporation is a prominent American multinational company that operates a global chain of membership-only warehouse clubs. Founded in 1983 in Seattle, Costco has grown significantly since merging with Price Club in 1993. As of 2025, the company runs approximately 910 warehouses worldwide, primarily in North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Costco's business model focuses on offering a limited selection of around 4,000 items per warehouse at competitive prices. This is achieved through a low-overhead operation that minimizes traditional retail costs. The large warehouses stock a variety of products, including groceries, electronics, appliances, and health and beauty items, along with its private label brand, Kirkland Signature. The company serves both small- to medium-sized businesses and individual consumers, requiring an annual membership fee that fosters customer loyalty. Costco is recognized as one of the largest retailers globally, ranking 11th on the 2024 Fortune 500 list by total revenue.