Membership Fees news and trends

Sam’s Club Hikes Membership Fees for 1st Time in 9 Years
Subscription Commerce // August 31, 2022

Walmart-owned wholesale retailer Sam’s Club is raising its yearly membership price for the first time in nearly a decade. According to multiple media reports Wednesday (Aug. 31), the price increase goes into effect Oct. 17, with club members paying $50 per year, a $5 increase...

State Regulators Investigate Payday Advances
Alternative Finances // August 08, 2019

The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has announced it will lead a multi-state investigation into alleged violations of state regulations of the short term lending industry, specifically in the area of payroll advances.  On Tuesday (August 6), Financial Services Superintendent Linda Lacewell...

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Costco to Raise Membership Fees for First Time in 7 Years

July 10, 2024
Costco will raise its annual membership fees in the United States and Canada for the first time in seven years. Effective Sept. 1, in those countries, the retailer is adding $5 to the cost of its Gold Star (individual), Business and Business add-on memberships and adding $10 to the price of its Executive Memberships, Costco […]

Sam’s Club Hikes Membership Fees for 1st Time in 9 Years

August 31, 2022
Walmart-owned wholesale retailer Sam’s Club is raising its yearly membership price for the first time in nearly a decade. According to multiple media reports Wednesday (Aug. 31), the price increase...

State Regulators Investigate Payday Advances

August 08, 2019
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) has announced it will lead a multi-state investigation into alleged violations of state regulations of the short term lending industry, specifically...