Sams Club to Hike Membership Fees by $10 Beginning in May

A Sam’s Club store in Miami, Fla. Joe Raedle/Getty ImagesSam’s Club, the global membership-only warehouse club owned by Walmart, will hike its annual membership costs from $50 to $60 effective May 1.Its Plus membership will also see a $10 annual increase, from $110 to $120. As part of this upgrade, Plus members will be able to earn up to $750 a year in “Sam’s Cash” rewards on eligible purchases. Currently, the limit is $500 per year. Other Plus perks include a 2 percent Sam’s Cash on eligible purchases, free shipping for online orders, early shopping hours, and pharmacy discounts.