Costco has announced the rollout of new benefits for executive members, set to go into effect at the end of the month. The retail warehouse giant told members on June 11 in an email, and confirmed to USA TODAY, that its locations will open at 9 a.m. exclusively for its upper-level members starting June 30.

The new changes come after a similar policy was rolled out for their gas stations to much success with the CEO to announce: "two of our all-time highest gallon weeks in the U.S. during the last month"

Costco is rolling out a game-changing update for its Executive Members, offering exclusive perks that make the higher-tier membership even more appealing. The warehouse giant,

Costco announced two new perks of membership to the warehouse club. Not every member will get them, though. Here’s what’s new, and who qualifies.

Costco Wholesale (COST) has announced several new perks for its top-tier “Executive Members” who pay $130 U.S. a year to shop at the warehouse club. Going forward, Executive Members who pay the most for their membership will get early access to

Costco and RH have enhanced benefits for their most valuable membership customers, who account for 73% and 98% of company revenues respectively.

Costco announces executive members can shop one hour earlier than gold star members beginning June 30, as the retailer continues expanding.

Adding perks such as early entry for Costco members on the executive tier could make it a more attractive option for those who are on the standard level. Costco has also started t