Costco Wholesale Corp said it will limit the number of shoppers at its new China...
) said it will limit the number of shoppers at its new China store after overcrowding forced the U.S. big box retailer to shut it early on the opening day.
Large crowds had flocked to the store when it opened on Tuesday, causing traffic jams in the neighborhood. It pledged to send text messages to members when the store was nearing capacity or if there are long wait times.
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