Costco union representing 18,000 workers authorize nationwide strike
1. Costco Teamsters voted 85% in favor of a potential strike. 2. Current contract expires Jan. 31, 2025, heightening urgency. 3. Strike could disrupt operations and affect public perception of Costco. 4. Union criticized Costco's responses to contract negotiations as 'insulting.' 5. Negotiations continue, with only a week left for agreement.