Gold Star and Executive. Here's why the latter gets extra special treatment, plus what those exclusive perks are.

Beginning Monday, June 30, Costco members who have the warehouse giant’s Executive Membership card will have early access to its stores. Costco Executive Members can access warehouses at 9 a.m. daily ...

In June, Costco announced new executive perks, including extended store hours. And the month also saw some extra perks for the warehouse retailer in the form of increased net sales. Costco reported ...

Costco offers both Gold Star and Executive memberships, each with varying benefits. The $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains a staple at Costco food courts. Current membership deals include a $20 or ...

Costco's biggest spenders will soon be getting more bang for their buck. Three months after the retailer extended hours at its North American gas stations, Costco has announced that shoppers who pay ...

Costco is bringing back a perk for its executive members. The warehouse club announced that it will now allow executive members to shop one hour earlier than standard members, according to an email ...

Costco's new "VIP hour" for executive members is now in effect. Executive members can shop an hour early on weekdays and 30 minutes early on Saturdays. The policy has sparked customer backlash, with ...

This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Costco just started offering its top-tier members something regular shoppers can’t buy: an empty store. Since ...