Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Costco and retail from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.
Text: By comparing these numbers against competitors’ numbers as well as against the retail sector (Wal-Mart, Target, Costco Wholesale Corp ( COST ), and Dollar General Corporation ( DG ) are large players in the sector), we can figure out how efficient the business is.
user
industry
assistant