US: Costco book profits rise in FY results

By Sam Webb | 5 October 2011

US warehouse retailer Costco has booked a rise in profits thanks to inflation in gasoline prices and strengthening foreign currencies.

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US warehouse retailer Costco has booked a rise in profits thanks to inflation in gasoline prices and strengthening foreign currencies.

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