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Costco Wholesale (NasdaqGS:COST) has been asked by the US Department of Justice for detailed records as part of an expanded antitrust investigation into beef pricing. The broadened probe now covers major food retailers, with authorities seeking information on pricing practices and supply chain arrangements for beef products. The inquiry raises potential regulatory and operational questions for Costco as a key buyer and seller of beef in the US grocery market. Consider reviewing other...

The US Justice Department expanded its antitrust inquiry of the meatpacking industry by demanding information on surging beef prices from eight major food retailers, including Amazon.com Inc., Costco Wholesale Corp. and Walmart Inc.

There's a reason Costco will pretty much let you return any item at any time without a hassle. Costco has built its reputation on offering high-quality products at competitive prices, backed by strict supplier standards and careful product selection. The company knows its products have been ...

Costco Wholesale is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that an exclusive protein powder sold in its warehouses contained undisclosed heavy metals. The complaint claims Costco failed to warn customers about potential contamination in a widely marketed product. The case raises questions about Costco's product quality controls and the strength of its consumer trust. For investors watching Costco Wholesale, ticker NasdaqGS:COST, the focus has often been on its membership model and...

Costco Wholesale (NasdaqGS:COST) has issued a recall of Lactantia UltraPur Milk due to a food safety risk. The company is also seeking dismissal of a lawsuit that challenges advertising claims related to its rotisserie chicken. Both developments focus attention on Costco's product quality controls, consumer protections, and marketing practices. For a warehouse club retailer like Costco, where members often buy food in bulk, any recall tied to a food safety issue goes straight to the heart...

In January, two women filed a proposed class action lawsuit and claimed Costco falsely advertised its Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken.