Unveiling Costco’s (COST) Power-Packed Q4 2023 Earnings: A Must-Read for Investors!

Costco reported quarterly earnings that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations. Despite a decrease in sales of big-ticket items, the membership club saw an increase in shoppers purchasing groceries. This resulted in a rise in traffic to Costco’s stores, with a 5.2% increase worldwide and 5% in the U.S. However, the average transaction amount dropped by nearly …

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Notable After-Hours Stock Activity: Salesforce, Okta, CrowdStrike, Five Below

The Salesforce West office building in San Francisco, January 25, 2023. Marlena Sloss | Bloomberg | Getty Images Discover the latest news on prominent companies after market hours. CrowdStrike — The cybersecurity stock experienced a 1% increase in after-hours trading. CrowdStrike surpassed analysts’ expectations in the second quarter, both in terms of revenue and earnings. …

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Companies tighten leash on customer perks and rewards such as airline miles

Shoppers visiting Brickell City Centre in Miami, Florida on June 14, 2023, may have noticed a shift in the way companies are offering customer rewards. Airlines, retailers, and even companies like Dunkin’ and Sephora have become stingier with their perks, making it harder for customers to earn elite status, tightening return policies, and cracking down …

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Cramer Believes This Retailer is the Perfect “Trade-Down” Option

Every weekday, Jim Cramer’s CNBC Investing Club holds a “Morning Meeting” livestream at 10:20 a.m. ET. Here’s a recap of the key moments from Tuesday’s session. 1. Health Care in Focus: The club’s holdings, Danaher (DHR) and GE Healthcare (GEHC), reported better-than-expected earnings before the bell on Tuesday. However, Danaher lowered its guidance, leading to …

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Walmart reduces Walmart+ subscription fee for food stamp recipients

Rafael Henrique | Lightrocket | Getty Images Walmart is lowering the cost of its subscription service for American customers who receive food stamps and other types of government assistance. The retailer aims to expand the program and has noticed increased price sensitivity among shoppers. Starting July 20, Walmart will offer a 50% discount on Walmart+ …

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More in Focus: LEVI, BABA, BIIB, and Alibaba

The Levi Strauss & Co. brand is prominently displayed on jeans at a store located in the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets in Central Valley, New York, USA, on February 15, 2022. Andrew Kelly | Reuters Here are the movers and shakers in the pre-market: Levi Strauss — The apparel retailer experienced a 7.7% decline after …

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The Role of CEOs in Stock Selection: 5 Essential Factors to Consider

It is not uncommon for a company’s stock price to fluctuate significantly based on changes in its CEO. Mary Dillon, who had a successful tenure at Ulta Beauty, experienced a 20% increase in Foot Locker’s stock price when she was appointed as its CEO. This demonstrates the significant impact a CEO can have on a …

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