Costco’s Packaging Flub

Costco’s Packaging Flub Churns Up a Butter Recall

The retailing chain has recalled 80,000 pounds of butter because its packaging omitted an allergen warning. It follows a more dramatic packaging stumble from Mattel last week.

Business - Inc. - November 12

Costco recalls chicken products over listeria contamination

Several of the items are part of a larger recall of BrucePac ready-to-eat meat and chicken.

Politics - The Hill - October 25

Costco recalls salmon over listeria concerns

A notice to Costco customers urges them not to consume some packages of salmon over concerns it could be contaminated with listeria.

People Are Hooked on Costco Hearing Aids, and This Is Why

Devoted customers come for the free hearing aid cleanings and leave with full carts.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 2

The valuation warning for Costco and other higher-rated stocks

When companies approach extreme price levels, gravity looms

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Navigating France’s new packaging laws

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Will mail, packages be delivered on Veterans Day?

On Monday, Nov. 11, the United States Postal Service will be observing Veterans Day.

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Costco recalls smoked salmon sold in Florida due to potential listeria concerns

Costco and Acme Smoked Fish Corp. have issued a voluntary recall for some of their Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon products.

Costco's Kirkland Signature smoked salmon recalled over listeria concerns

Salmon sold at Costco is the latest product to be recalled over listeria concerns. Acme Smoked Fish Corp., which supplies the fish to Costco, sent a notice to shoppers this week. It urged them to ...

Here is why Costco recalled almost 80,000 pounds of butter

The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.

WATCH: Dog finds bed in Costco aisle, refuses to leave without it

Blue got to take the bed home!

China approves $840B plan to refinance local government debt, boost slowing economy

China has announced a 6 trillion yuan ($839 billion) plan to help local governments refinance their mountains of debt in the latest push to rev up growth in the world's second largest economy

World - ABC News - November 8

China unveils $1.4tn package to shore up economy

Beijing is bracing for increased trade tensions with US under Donald Trump

World - Financial Times - November 8

Mattel 'deeply regrets' porn site misprint on Wicked dolls

Recently-released dolls tied to the new Wicked movie inadvertently carry the address of an adult website.

China’s $1.4tn fiscal package fails to excite

Beijing unveils fiscal stimulus to help shore up its faltering economy

World - Financial Times - November 11

Japan promises further aid package for Ukraine

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

'Suspicious package' found outside US Embassy in London

A suspicious package was discovered outside the United States embassy in London on Friday morning, police said.

Two detained over Gatwick Airport 'suspect package'

An explosive ordnance disposal team was deployed after a suspected prohibited item was found.

Forget betting on Trump vs. Harris. These people are wagering that Costco will raise the price of its $1.50 hot dog–and–soda deal.

Kalshi, a New York-based exchange platform, is letting traders predict what the future holds for the famed Costco combo.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Costco shoppers stocked up on supplies as hurricanes, port strike hit. The trend hurt sales in October.

The warehouse retailer says demand was “negatively affected” by “abnormal consumer activity” tied to the September events.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

Costco's Gold Star Membership costs $65 a year—here's how to get it for just $20

The warehouse store chain recently raised the price of its annual membership.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Costco's founder met Jeff Bezos for coffee—his advice helped turn a near-death Amazon into a $2 trillion business

In 2001, tech stocks went bust and Amazon struggled. A coffee meeting with Costco founder Jim Sinegal helped convince Jeff Bezos to rethink his prices.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Hard-right Dutch government approves unprecedented package of measures to control migration

The hard-right Dutch government has announced tough measures aimed at reining in asylum requests

World - ABC News - October 25

European package breaks go deluxe as popularity of top-end resorts grows

Groups such as Hyatt and Marriott target region with upscale versions of all-inclusive holidays

Business - Financial Times - October 27

How TikTok Worked With Tokopedia to Get Packages Delivered in Indonesia

When TikTok needed an e-commerce partner in Indonesia, Tokopedia was an obvious candidate for the vast network of warehouses, motorbikes and “sprinters” it uses.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Chinese factory activity expands for first time in six months

Beijing set to unveil fiscal stimulus focused on struggling local governments next week

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Valencia Asks for €31 Billion Rescue Package After Deadly Floods

World - Yahoo News - November 5

China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt

Authorities in Beijing have ramped up stimulus announcements since late September in an effort to bolster its flagging economy.

Business - CNBC - November 8

Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ movie dolls mistakenly list pornography site on packaging

Something wicked this way comes on the packaging of Mattel‘s “Wicked” dolls.

'Wicked' dolls' packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes

Mattel apologizes and pulls its line of 'Wicked'-themed dolls from stores after misprinting its website link, sending consumers to an adult film site.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 11

Hong Kong stocks fall as China’s stimulus package disappoints

Hang Seng index down 1.5% after Beijing unveils $1.4tn plan to restructure local government debt but no consumer support

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Mattel Mistakenly Lists Porn Site on Packaging for ‘Wicked’ Dolls

The site has a similar address to one that promotes a film adaptation of the hit musical. The toymaker apologized for the “unfortunate error.”

Business - The New York Times - November 11

Mattel Apologizes for Porn Site Misprint on 'Wicked' Toy Packaging

The company didn’t disclose how many toys were affected or if it was recalling any products.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 11

Biden to send disaster relief funding package to Congress in coming days

President Biden will send Congress an extensive emergency funding request in the coming days, the White House said Monday, as administration officials called on Congress to approve more money ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packages

Villa Vie Residences says program will cost less than $40,000 a year and traverse 425 ports across 140 countries. As Donald Trump prepares to begin his second four-year term, one cruise company ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Suspicious package causes security scare near U.S. Embassy in London

London police said a "loud bang" heard near the U.S. Embassy was a controlled explosion carried out after a suspicious package was discovered.

Japan passes $250B economic package meant to lift wages and spur growth

Japan has approved a $250 billion economic stimulus package centered around initiatives intended to boost incomes

World - ABC News - Yesterday

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