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Costco discontinues Costco Next online marketplace program
Costco has shut down its Costco Next online marketplace, which previously allowed members to purchase products directly from third-party vendors at discounted rates. The company has directed existing customers to contact vendors directly for any returns or warranty issues related to past purchases.
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Members can no longer access the platform to receive discounts of up to 40% on home goods, electronics, and other items from approximately 80 partner vendors.
Key Facts
- Costco officially ended the Costco Next program, which provided members discounts of up to 40% on items from external vendors.
- The program closure was observed by shoppers on September 1, 2025.
- Approximately 80 vendors were part of the program, including brands like Anker Electronics, Caraway, Travelpro, and Priority Bicycles.
- Customers with existing purchases must contact vendors directly for returns and warranty inquiries.
- During the third-quarter 2025 earnings call on May 29, 2025, Costco reported that quarterly sales for the platform equaled the total sales for the entire 2022 fiscal year.
- The Costco Next concept was originally developed starting in 2016.
Who's Mentioned
personNino Garcia“Assistant general merchandise manager at Costco Next.”organizationCostco“The retail company that discontinued the Costco Next program.”organizationCaraway“Former vendor partner of Costco Next.”organizationTravelpro“Former vendor partner of Costco Next.”organizationAnker Electronics“Former vendor partner of Costco Next.”otherCostco Next“The discontinued online marketplace program.”organizationPriority Bicycles“Former vendor partner of Costco Next.”