In the clubhouse: Big-box discount stores revolutionize retail seafood

摘要

If one thing has become clear during the past 18 months, it's that American consumers respond to and support companies that understand their needs. At a time when mainstream supermarkets are struggling to turn profits, members-only discount warehousesare fulfilling their promises to stretch even the tightest budget. The top three publicly held retail club stores, Costco Wholesale, BJ's Wholesale Club and Sam's Club, continue to succeed by offering value their members won't likely find anywhere else.Large families and even small businesses have long benefited from the volume buys. You have to buy more — and perhaps have a little more trunk space than necessary for a run to the local supermarket — but the per-item cost savings are nearly unbeatable.