Costco

Major US grocers Walmart, Aldi and Kroger are reportedly adopting a move pioneered by Costco, according to TheStreet. The report did not specify the exact policy, but the framing suggests the retailers are copying a Costco strategy seen as successful in the grocery sector. Shoppers and retail watchers are weighing what the shift could mean for prices and store practices.

Costco has confirmed it discontinued a perk popular with members and has now explained the reasoning behind the decision. The company says the change was made for business reasons, but shoppers have voiced frustration at losing a benefit they valued from their membership.