Costco, Teamsters, reach 'tentative agreement' likely averting strike as company's DEI controversy rages on
1. Costco reached a tentative agreement with Teamsters, avoiding a major strike. 2. Hourly wages for many workers will increase to over $30 in three years. 3. Costco faces criticism for not sharing profits with workers amid record earnings. 4. Shareholders rejected anti-DEI proposals despite mounting pressure from state AGs. 5. Debate continues over Costco's commitment to its DEI policies amid external pressures.