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Nov 25, 2025
Couche-Tard Profits Up As Merchandise Sales Increase
The retailer said its meal deals and Fuel Day events helped boost performance.
NACS Raises Concerns About New SNAP Stocking Requirements
The proposed rule would likely push tens of thousands of small-format stores out of SNAP.
7-Eleven To Start Offering Alcohol Cashback
The retailer has partnered with Swiftly to launch the program.
Convenience Summit Asia Heads to Shanghai
Registration is now open for Convenience Summit Asia, taking place March 10-12, 2026 in Shanghai, China.
What Will Customers Get Delivered This Thanksgiving?
Consumers are planning to buy most products in stores, but digital orders could skyrocket as customers order last-minute essentials.
Nov 24, 2025
Pilot, Onvo and Royal Farms Brew Up Holiday Coffee Deals
Plus, Spinx launches $100,000 fuel giveaway during Thanksgiving week, and more deals from Wawa and Kent Kwik.
Gen X Poised to Become the Market’s Biggest Spenders
Data from NIQ and World Data Lab found Gen X spending is set to reach $23 trillion globally by 2035.
MAPCO Launches New Car Wash App
The app allows customers to enroll in a monthly subscription.
Nov 21, 2025
C-Stores Are Banking on Bitcoin
GPM Investments, Royal Farms and Wild Bill’s Tobacco launch bitcoin ATMs in stores.
Couche-Tard Opens New Distribution Center in Midwest
The Minnesota facility will support Holiday and Circle K stores in the Twin Cities.
Floating Store Finds Success on the Water—Literally
Atchafalaya Basin Landing sits on the water in Louisiana, drawing in guests through food and swamp tours.
NRF: 2025 Holiday Shopping to Hit Record High
Nearly 187 million people are expected to shop over Thanksgiving weekend and holiday sales will hit $1 trillion for the first time.
Mirabito Raises $75,000 for American Cancer Society
Plus, TigerWash hosts ‘nonprofit November’ this month.
Nov 20, 2025
How 7-Eleven Takes a Local Approach to Global Foodservice
From spam musubi to Old Bay chicken sandwiches, the brand tailors menus to regional preferences.
RaceTrac Opens 600th Store Today
Plus, Love’s reopens a raze and rebuild location, and The Briad Group receives $200 million for expansion with Circle K.
NRA: Comfort and Value Top 2026 Menu Trends
The National Restaurant Association’s What’s Hot Culinary Report names smash burgers as a top menu item.
Japan’s Lawson Banks on AI and Robotics in Pilot Store
The retailer is using restocking robots, AI cameras and back-office inventory forecasting tech to increase efficiency.
Parker’s Kitchen Hosts Tailgate Celebration
The event brought together thousands of fans and included a $28,000 donation to local schools.