We love bulk buys here in the Pine Tree State, but this wholesale club recently announced that it will soon cost more to become a member.

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Everything feels like it’s getting pricier these days. From groceries to gas, it’s hard to escape rising costs. Now, one popular wholesale club is joining the trend, announcing that shopping there will cost members even more in the year ahead.

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So, to make sure we're all on the same page, what exactly is a wholesale club, and what are the benefits of having a membership?

A wholesale club is a membership-based store where you can buy items in bulk at lower prices than regular retail stores. These clubs often carry various products, from groceries to electronics, and even offer services like gas stations and pharmacies. A membership can save money on everyday items, especially for families or businesses.

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With that established, which major wholesale club, with several locations in Maine, announced that it will be raising its membership fees in 2025?

According to Business Insider, BJ's Wholesale announced it will increase membership fees starting January 1. The cost of a Club membership will rise to $60 annually, up $5, while a Club+ membership will increase to $120, up $10.

BJ's Wholesale Club Posts Mixed Quarterly Earnings Report For 1st Quarter
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BJ's Wholesale Club recently revealed plans to increase its membership fees for the first time in years.

CEO Robert Eddy said the extra income will help expand BJ's delivery services and improve staffing, especially as the company focuses on selling fresh produce. This marks BJ's first membership fee hike in seven years, following similar increases by rival Costco earlier this year.

BJ's Wholesale Club Posts Mixed Quarterly Earnings Report For 1st Quarter
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Now you know: at the start of the new year in 2025, it’ll cost more to shop at BJ’s Wholesale Club.

What are your thoughts on BJ’s Wholesale Club increasing its membership prices as we head into the new year? Will this affect how and where you shop, especially considering how expensive everything already is? We’d love to hear from you! Feel free to join the conversation by messaging us on the app.

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