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Costco quietly pulls popular member perk seemingly without warning: 'Real bummer for the deals'

Costco members are losing a popular way to save money on purchases from other stores.

By · Published September 4, 2026  01:32 UTC · Updated September 6, 2026  09:29 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 8 distinct news outlets with 9 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 6.
  • Primary Driver: Costco members are losing a popular way to save money on purchases from other stores.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Costco members who used the retailer's online Cash Back Rewards program to save money on purchases from other stores will no longer be able to do so. The service has been discontinued. The change is significant for members who relied on the program to earn cash back on purchases made outside of Costco. The service was discontinued without prior notice.

According to coverage from al.com and The Independent, the move has left some members frustrated. The service was a popular one. It allowed members to earn cash back on purchases made through Costco's website from a variety of retailers. The cash back was then applied to future Costco purchases.

The exact reason for the discontinuation is not yet clear. According to usatoday.com, Costco has not provided a statement on the matter. The company has not yet responded to requests for comment. The open question is whether Costco will replace the Cash Back Rewards program with a new perk or if members will have to find other ways to save money on their purchases.

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What was the Cash Back Rewards program?

The Cash Back Rewards program allowed Costco members to earn cash back on purchases made through Costco's website from a variety of retailers. The cash back was then applied to future Costco purchases.

Why was the Cash Back Rewards program discontinued?

The exact reason for the discontinuation is not yet clear. Costco has not provided a statement on the matter.

Will Costco replace the Cash Back Rewards program with a new perk?

It is not yet clear whether Costco will replace the Cash Back Rewards program with a new perk. The company has not yet responded to requests for comment.

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