Costco Wholesale Corp.

As sales of own brand adult beverages continue to grow the annual trade event will spotlight product suppliers in both categories.

Following a strong third quarter warehouse club officials said expansion of products sold under its private label is an option to expand its mix of high-value items.

The store in the state capital of Harrisburg is scheduled to open on June 12.

The Lifetime Achievement honoree is lauded for sharing his knowledge and passion to help others in the world of private label succeed.

The warehouse club also reported comparable store sales gains across all divisions.

The company is adding four new categories with plans to launch private label items in the coming months.

The warehouse club reported strong comparable store gains across the company with Easter helping boost revenue.

A few examples of recent deals from national brands could be the start of a new pricing competition as shoppers continue turning to private label products.