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UNCONSOLIDATED AFFILIATES (Summary of Financial Information of Unconsolidated Affiliates) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended |
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Aug. 31, 2022 | Aug. 31, 2021 | Aug. 31, 2023
Assets and Liabilities, Net |  |  |
Current assets | $ 1,839 |  | $ 1,654
Noncurrent assets | 10,109 |  | 10,324
Current liabilities | 175 |  | 158
Noncurrent liabilities | 8 |  | $ 9
Net Income (Loss) |  |  |
PriceSmart’s share of the net loss of unconsolidated affiliates | $ (10) | $ (58) |

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