Costco's stance in support of DEI contrasts with the positions taken by other big consumer brands, including Walmart and McDonald's.

Costco is pushing back on a shareholder proposal that urges the wholesale club operator to conduct an evaluation of any business risks posed by its diversity, equity and inclusion practices. Investors were expected to vote on the recommendation during the company’s annual meeting Thursday.

Costco is standing on business! The major food company is not about to let anyone convince them to reevaluate their DEI policies to align with the new administration. Instead, they’re pushing back. According to the Associated Press,