Editing Costco Wholesale Corporation (section)

== Summary ==

Costco operates a chain of membership-based warehouse clubs, offering an extensive array of products ranging from groceries and electronics to clothing and home goods. The company's business model centers on bulk purchasing, allowing members to access quality products at discounted prices, setting it apart from traditional retailers. Costco's success is rooted in its dedication to customer satisfaction, employee well-being, and responsible corporate practices.

Costco warehouses offer an extensive and exclusive range of product categories, all housed under a single roof. These categories encompass groceries, confectionery, household appliances, televisions and media, automotive supplies, tires, toys, hardware, sporting goods, jewelry, timepieces, cameras, literature, housewares, clothing, health and beauty products, furniture, office supplies, and equipment.In addition, members have the opportunity to explore the selection of Kirkland Signature™ private label products, carefully designed to match or exceed the quality of well-known national brands. These products span a variety of categories, including beverages, cookies, coffee, household items, luggage, apparel, and laundry detergent. Costco also operates self-service gasoline stations in several countries around the world.

As of July 2023, Costco has 858 warehouses worldwide: 590 in 46 U.S. States & Puerto Rico; 107 in nine Canadian provinces; 29 in the United Kingdom; 14 in Taiwan; 18 in Korea; 32 in Japan; 15 in Australia; 40 in Mexico; 4 in Spain; 1 in Iceland; 2 in France; 4 in China; 1 in New Zealand; 1 in Sweden.