Costco announces executive members can shop one hour earlier than gold star members beginning June 30, as the retailer continues expanding.

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If you’re an Executive Member at Costco, you’ll now be able to shop earlier than everyone else. Starting Monday, June 30, customers who pay for the highest-level membership at the big-box store will be granted access to the aisles one hour earlier than their Gold Star counterparts.

Costco Wholesale ( NASDAQ: COST) recently extended the hours of its gas stations nationwide, with most now operating from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays, 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturdays, and 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sundays. The move has been well received by members and has led to speculation about store hours also being extended.

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