Code of Ethics
History
Salmon Story
Numbers
New Markets & Ideas
100

What is the 1st code of ethics?

Obey the law

100

How much was the hot dog cost in 1985?

$1.50

100

When did Costco establish the meat department?

1987

100

How many warehouses in the United States? (As of 4/2024)

603

100

What year was the first gas station open?

1995

200

What is the 2nd code of ethics?

Take care of our members.

200

Where was the first Costco open?

Seattle WA

200

How much was the salmon at first stage pricing?

$5.99 per pound

200

What are the average warehouse size?

146,000 square feet

200

When did Costco launch Costco Travel?

2000

300

What is the 4th code of ethics?

Respect our suppliers.

300

What was the name before Costco?

Price Club

300

What was the final reduction price for salmon?

$4.39 per pound

300

How much was the total profit in 2022?

$5.8 billion.

300

Where was the first meat plant installed?

Tracy, California

400

What is the 5th code of ethics?

Reward our shareholders.

400

Where was the two countries open outside the U.S. in 1993-1994?

United Kingdom and South Korea

400

How many stages are in the Salmon Story?

5

400

How many total employees worldwide in 2023?

316,000

400

How many countries have Costco?

14

500

What is the 3rd code of ethics?

Take care of our employees.

500

Who was the next CEO to take over Jim Sinegal?

Craig Jelinek

500

What did Costco learn from the Salmon Story?

Quality vs Quantity

500

What is Costco's current fortune 500 ranking?

12

500

What year did Costco launch Costco.com?

1998

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