Costco offers a rare membership deal you need to grab now

thestreet.com•December 28, 2025•business

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Costco, like Walt Disney World, rarely offers broad discounts on its core membership price, maintaining consistent pricing for all customers, with only limited deals for select groups.
Costco currently charges $65 for a Gold Star membership and $130 for an Executive membership, which includes additional benefits like extended shopping hours and 2% cash back, and occasionally offers promotions such as gift cards through partners like Groupon for new members.
The company’s membership base continues to grow, with 81.4 million total paid members and a 92.2% renewal rate in the U.S. and Canada as of Q1 2026, contributing significantly to Costco’s profits, as membership fees accounted for 65% of net operating income in 2024.