Amonggrocery industry giants, Costco is one of the more cost-effective choices.
Theprice of a membershipis well worth the return when you get access to discounted bulk deals.
This helps members stay somewhat insulated from therampant price changesaffecting other grocers elsewhere.
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But it’s an unsettling experience for warehouse customers.
Costco notably tries to keep its staple goods at steady prices.
These are seven of the products thatCostco has marked up recently.
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This was unexpectedeven for Costco employees.
Once they’re out, that’s usually the price they keep."
Food Court Soda
Another victim of the “national update”: fountain drinks.
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A soda will now cost you a dime more, at $0.69 for a 20-ounce fill-up.
It may not seem like much, but that’s a 17% increase.
If there are any left, you may find them in person at your local Costco.
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Kirkland Croissants
What do all bakery items have in common?
“You BUTTER believe it they went up in price!!!!
‘“one Reddit user commented.
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Will the $5 upcharge turn shoppers away from this crowd pleaser?
Unlikely, as some commenters note that the cake is still a great deal.
Kirkland Danishes
When put to the test, theDanish tops all other pastriesin the Costco bakery section.
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It also comes with one of the highest price tags…and it just climbed up.
Normally, you’ve got the option to mix and match two 4-packs for $9.99.
Based on the popularity of this pastry, it’s probably still worth it.
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