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During Costco’s quarterly earnings call on Thursday, the company’s CFO said the wholesale retailer plans to increase the price of its membership, but it is not able to say exactly when as of yet.

Wish you had an instruction manual for how to be a savvy consumer? Well, here it is.  Boston Consumers’ Checkbook, a nonprofit consumer watchdog group, asked its editors and other consumer experts for their top strategies to save money and avoid trouble.     “You really do have to shop around to make sure you’re getting a good deal, that you’re...

Boston Consumers’ Checkbook, a nonprofit consumer watchdog group, asked it’s editors and other consumer experts for their top strategies to save money and avoid trouble

Boston is about to get a new kind of Macy’s as the department store giant expands its small-store format into the West and Northeast, looking to offer more convenient shopping, increase customer visits and add new shoppers.

The new owners of Buy Buy Baby plan to reopen 11 stores as soon as this fall while Harmon is coming back, too, after Bed Bath & Beyond’s bankruptcy.

For some smart shoppers, getting dressed is one big math problem.

Cash-strapped consumers can justify their luxury purchases with TikTok’s latest trend: ‘girl math.’

Do your weekend plans include shopping? They should if you’re looking to save some money on items you need. Massachusetts’ annual sales tax holiday is upon us and comes just as many parents are making back-to-school purchases. “Back-to-school invokes really nostalgia and family traditions and desire to really set our children up for success,” said Anthony Jardim, a principal...

The 2023 Deloitte Back to School Survey finds that locally, overall spending is down, but Boston parents plan to shell out an average of $650 per child this year.

Companies from Dunkin’ to Delta, Netflix to Sephora are pulling back on freebies and perks as they chase higher margins.

Back-to-school season is almost upon us. If you’re not sure where to look to shop, expert Trae Bodge shares different options for different supplies. She also shares some tips on how to shop smart and save money.

Back-to-school season is just around the corner and if you need to do some shopping, Zulily is here for you. Amy E. Goodman, a Zulily lifestyle expert, shares just a few of the useful and stylish products they offer.

A modern convenience store is making its return to Lynn. Anna visits Sin City Superette, a neighborhood market brought to you by the same owner of Nightshade Noodle Bar, Chef Rachel Miller, to learn what sets this store apart from the rest.

Amazon Prime Day offers deep discounts on thousands of products in Amazon’s marketplace. How to shop for the best deals and some tips to avoid getting scammed

Get your favorite nationwide retailer’s Independence Day hours in one spot.

The wait is over. Amazon has announced the official dates for this year’s annual Prime Day event. Here’s what to expect.

For Trader Joe’s, the secret to its success and popularity is its in-store experience.

Teacher Appreciation Week includes discounts at major retailers and food freebies like a cheeseburger at Sonic.

Just days after home retail giant Bed Bath & Beyond filed for bankruptcy, blue coupons at the store are no longer valid for shoppers looking to get items from the fledgling chain in the midst of winding down operations.

Sam’s Club is turning 40 and they’re celebrating by offering $10 memberships and other deals.