Sam's Club is a membership-only warehouse club owned by Walmart, offering a wide range of merchandise primarily sold in bulk at discounted prices. It operates over 600 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, serving approximately 47 million members. The merchandise includes groceries, electronics, apparel, jewelry, and household goods, with many products sold directly off pallets in warehouse-style stores. Sam's Club also features services such as pharmacies, tire and battery centers, optical departments, and cafes[4][6]. Founded in 1983 by Sam Walton, Sam's Club was created to complement Walmart's retail business by targeting customers interested in buying bulk goods at wholesale prices. Unlike Walmart stores, Sam's Club operates on a paid, tiered membership model, which allows it to maintain lower product margins and focus on value and quality. Over the years, the company consolidated its private-label brands under the Member’s Mark brand, which has driven about 50% of merchandise sales growth in recent years[2][4][1]. In recent years, Sam's Club has undergone significant digital transformation, integrating AI-driven technologies like Scan & Go and AI-powered receipt verification to streamline shopping and reduce friction. The company has also enhanced its e-commerce offerings, including free shipping and curbside pickup for members, leading to record digital engagement and high membership renewal rates[1][4][5]. Sam's Club is currently pursuing an ambitious growth strategy that includes opening 15 new stores annually, remodeling all existing locations, and doubling its membership, sales, and profits within the next decade. It is also merging its supply chain operations with Walmart’s to leverage resources and improve efficiency, although this has raised concerns about preserving Sam's Club's unique corporate culture[5][7]. With a focus on innovation, member experience, and operational efficiency, Sam's Club aims to become the world's best club retailer, continuously evolving to meet the needs of younger and digitally savvy customers while maintaining the core value proposition of quality and low price