Walgreens Boots Alliance, new 7-Eleven Slurpee flavor, QuikTripWalgreens Boots Alliance has sold shares of Cencora. There’s a new Slurpee flavor at 7-Eleven. And QuikTrip has opened a new travel center. Aug 02, 202403:10FEMSA, Instacart’s Caper Carts, Murphy USAFEMSA has entered into definitive agreements with Delek US Holdings to acquire Delek’s retail operations. An independent retailer in Utah is replacing most of its traditional shopping carts with Instacart’s Caper Carts. And Murphy USA reported a net income of $144.8 million for the second quarter of 2024. Aug 01, 202406:42Walmart, Maverik, KrogerWalmart continues to be on top of the leaderboard when it comes to grocery retailers by dollar share. Maverik has a new CEO. And nearly two years have passed since Kroger announced its plan to acquire one of its biggest rivals, Albertsons.Jul 31, 202405:50Casey's acquisition, Walmart's partnership, 7-Eleven lawsuitCasey’s acquisition of Fikes Wholesale opens up a new territory for the regional c-store retailer. Walmart is partnering with Denali. And 7-Eleven has settled a lawsuit that it filed in November against Seven Eleven Law Group.Jul 30, 202407:54QuikTrip, Walmart, SpartanNashQuikTrip is coming to Kentucky. Walmart released the inaugural State of the Adaptive Retail Report. And SpartanNash recently celebrated its independent grocer customers' achievements. Jul 29, 202404:22Casey's, CEFCO, Acosta GroupCasey’s agrees to acquire 198 CEFCO Convenience Stores. Acosta Group completes its acquisition of Crossmark. And the USDA predicts food inflation will decelerate for the rest of the year.Jul 26, 202405:25Kroger, Albertsons merger, consumer confidence, boneless wingsA Colorado judge puts the Kroger, Albertsons merger on hold. Consumer confidence inches upward. And boneless wings are among the biggest c-store sellers, according to a new Technomic report.Jul 25, 202406:07Amazon Fresh, Foxtrot, KrogerAmazon Fresh plans new brick-and-mortar stores in Pennsylvania. Foxtrot prepares for a relaunch following its bankruptcy. And a new report details the impact the proposed Kroger, Albertsons merger would have on gas stations. Jul 24, 202406:12Albertsons, Rite Aid, QuikTripAlbertsons grows its loyalty program to over 41 million members. Rite Aide plans to close 50 locations in Ohio and Michigan. And QuikTrip sues the city of St. Charles, Missouri, over its tourism tax.Jul 23, 202406:13Back-to-school shoppers, Canadian union, Buc-ee'sRetailers gear up for back-to-school shoppers. Canadian union workers reach a tentative agreement with the Liquor Control Board of Ontario. And Buc-ee’s breaks ground on its first Ohio travel center.Jul 22, 202406:03America's best restrooms, SpartanNash, Whole Foods MarketTwo convenience-store chains made the list of America’s best restrooms. SpartanNash will close a distribution facility in Maryland on Sept. 30. And Whole Foods Market has launched a nationwide partnership with Too Good To Go. Jul 18, 202407:40Walmart, Alimentation Couche-Tard, Amazon Prime DayA 730,000-square-foot perishable Walmart distribution center opened in Lancaster, Texas. Alimentation Couche-Tard appointed a new head of mergers and acquisitions and business development. And Amazon Prime Day is in full swing. Jul 17, 202404:43United Refining Co., Sheetz, security breachUnited Refining Co. of Pennsylvania has acquired the convenience retail assets of Pump N’ Pantry Inc. Sheetz opened its first location in the Wilmington, North Carolina, area. And a security breach involving Rite Aid’s business systems has leaked data on millions of customers.Jul 16, 202406:22Costco, new-to-industry convenience stores, OSHACostco will be increasing membership dues in the U.S. and Canada. Florida topped CSP's June tally of new-to-industry convenience stores. And Dollar General has agreed to pay OSHA $12 million and will do a complete worker safety overhaul. Jul 15, 202404:36Unions, FTC, National Hot Dog DayUnions come out swinging against the proposed Kroger, Albertsons merger. The Federal Trade Commission issues a scathing report on the drug-pricing practices of pharmacy benefit managers. And convenience stores get ready for National Hot Dog Day. Jul 11, 202406:49Kroger, Upshop, WalmartKroger releases its full list of stores it will divest under its proposed merger with Albertsons. Grocery tech company Upshop acquires Toronto-based Invafresh. And a U.S. Appeals Court allows a deceptive pricing practices lawsuit against Walmart to proceed. Jul 09, 202406:507-Eleven, firearms, drone delivery7-Eleven gets ready to celebrate its 97th birthday. Grocery stores start selling firearm ammunition. And Walmart’s drone delivery program faces a new challenge in Florida – target practice. Jul 08, 202405:11Swipe fees, Yesway, chocolate chip muffins recallThe National Retail Federation praises the Supreme Court’s latest swipe fee ruling. Yesway is raising money to support communities affected by the South Fork and Salt wildfires in New Mexico. And FGF Brands Inc. has recalled almost 12,000 cases of chocolate chip muffins sold at Aldi. Jul 03, 202403:40Colorado's lawsuit, 7-Eleven, gasoline climbThe state of Colorado’s lawsuit aiming to block the $24.6 billion Kroger, Albertsons merger will move forward. 7-Eleven is introducing a range of new hot menu items and beverages. And for the third straight week, the nation’s average price of gasoline has climbed. Jul 02, 202406:25Swipe fees, Buc-ee's, CostcoThe U.S. Supreme Court has decided in favor of a convenience-store retailer’s 2021 legal challenge involving swipe fees. A fire broke out at the original Buc-ee’s travel center in Luling, Texas, Monday morning. And Costco is building an affordable housing unit on top of a store.Jul 01, 202406:49Kroger, Giant Eagle, inflationThe Kroger Co. approves a shareholder dividend increase. Giant Eagle beefs up its omnichannel game. And a new study shows convenience-store customers are struggling to make ends meet.Jun 28, 202403:35Food4Less, Walgreens, EV charging stationsFood4Less workers reach a tentative contract deal. Walgreens plans to close more locations. And a new report shows that more than one in five EV charging stations are out of order.Jun 27, 202406:06Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Couche-TardAlbertsons removes a land use restriction that the Washington AG says created a food desert. Amazon Fresh opens a new location in New Jersey. And Couche-Tard gets a new president and CEO. Jun 26, 202405:43Grubhub, AI smart carts, Buc-ee'sGrubhub makes a major grocery play with Albertsons. Two grocers in Missouri deploy AI-powered smart carts. And Buc-ee’s opens its second location in the Bluegrass state. Jun 25, 202406:28Nestlé, Oregon, FloridaNestlé takes an if-you-can’t-beat-them-join-them approach with its new line of meals marketed to Ozempic users. An Oregon town bans dollar stores. And Florida drags its feet on electric vehicle charging stationsJun 24, 202405:47FDA, Walmart, Dollar GeneralThe Food and Drug Administration authorizes its first menthol-flavored e-cigarettes. Walmart is partnering with Agritask. And Dollar General is the subject of a class-action lawsuit brought by a motorist who received a Dollar General gift card in lieu of change from his cash payment for fuel. Jun 21, 202405:57Kroger, Loop Neighborhood Market, WalmartKroger reported first-quarter earnings declined amid margin pressures in its fuel and pharmacy businesses. Loop Neighborhood Market has a new director of fresh foods. And Walmart has agreed to a $1.6 million settlement in New Jersey.Jun 20, 202404:16Rite Aid, Zyn, $5 meal dealMore Rite Aid stores are closing due to the retailer’s bankruptcy. Philip Morris International has suspended online sales of Zyn. And convenience-store retailer EG America is launching a $5 meal deal at its chains. Jun 18, 202407:06Walmart shut downs, Jason Kelce, RaceTracWalmart is getting ready to shut down two stores in the metro Atlanta area. Former Philadelphia Eagles football player Jason Kelce is front and center in Wawa’s annual Hoagiefest promotion. And RaceTrac has opened its second Indiana store. Jun 17, 202404:46H-E-B, EPA regulation, AnabiH-E-B opens its first discount concept store, Joe V’s, in Fort Worth, Texas. Petroleum interests sue the EPA over electric vehicle regulations. And Anabi acquires Land O’Sun Management’s Fast Track.Jun 14, 202405:02Bankruptcy, Investigation, Hulk HoganRite Aid’s CEO is set to receive a $20 million dollar payout following the company’s bankruptcy. The Canadian government launches an investigation into Loblaw and Sobeys. And wrestling legend Hulk Hogan aims to body slam the beer industry. Jun 13, 202405:45Food 4 Less, inflation, convenience stores vs fast-foodFood 4 Less workers in California could go on strike. Food inflation inches upwards in May. And consumers are increasingly turning to convenience stores as an alternative to fast-food restaurants.Jun 12, 202405:19Retail sales, QuickTrip, DoorDashRetail sales jump in May, but online grocery sales dip. Tulsa, Oklahoma-based c-store chain QuickTrip installs anti-loitering domes. And DoorDash adds to its alcohol delivery roster. Jun 11, 202405:36E-cigarettes, Walmart, StarbucksThe feds create a taskforce to combat the illegal distribution of e-cigarettes. Walmart goes digital with electronic shelf labels. And Starbucks is coming to select Schnuck Markets in metro St. Louis.Jun 10, 202405:39Drone delivery, Wawa, PublixWalmart adds drone delivery to its smartphone app in metro Dallas-Fort Worth. Wawa breaks ground on new stores in Ohio and Indiana. And Publix donates $130,000 to support fishery improvement projects.Jun 07, 202404:41Buc-ee’s, Sam’s Club, WalmartBuc-ee’s gets ready to open its biggest store ever. Sam’s Club creates a new focus group that its members can opt into. And Walmart announces new worker benefits.Jun 06, 202407:42Foxtrot, Dollar Tree, BreakTime Corner MarketFoxtrot intends to reopen several locations in Chicago. Dollar Tree has initiated a formal review of strategic alternatives for the company’s Family Dollar brand. And BreakTime Corner Market is acquiring 23 Loaf ‘N Jug convenience stores from EG America. Jun 05, 202405:29ExtraMile Convenience Stores, Kroger, 100 Days of Summer promoExtraMile Convenience Stores reveals a refreshed, modern exterior look for its locations. Kroger’s research arm predicts who the shopper of the future will be. And discounts on food, candy and beverages are all part of GPM Investments’ 100 Days of Summer promotion. Jun 03, 202404:18Summer discounts, Ibotta, ChevronGiant Eagle joins the summer discounts bandwagon. Digital rewards company Ibotta announces strong quarterly earnings. And Chevron gets the green light to buy Hess Corp.May 31, 202405:31Dollar General, Stinker Stores, GrubhubDollar General reports a strong first quarter. Stinker Stores names a new CEO. And Amazon partners with Grubhub. May 30, 202404:32Dollar Tree, ConocoPhillips, grocery price warsDollar Tree lays off 54 corporate employees. ConocoPhillips announces plans to buy Marathon Oil. And Walgreens enters the grocery price wars. May 29, 202405:56Plastic bag ban, best gas station brand, CVS California is poised to ban plastic bags. USA Today names Kwik Trip the best gas station brand in the United States. And CVS pharmacy workers in Rhode Island unionize. May 28, 202404:49QuickTrip, Walmart, 7-ElevenQuikTrip is entering the Florida market. Walmart is laying off 568 employees in California. And 7-Eleven is adding two new items to its summer menu. May 23, 202403:56GasBuddy, Whole Foods Market, MeijerGasBuddy estimates the national average price for gas will hold in the mid-$3 per gallon range for much of the summer. United Natural Foods, Inc. has extended its wholesale partnership with Whole Foods Market. And Meijer is preparing to open a 75,000-square-foot grocery store in Fishers, Indiana. May 22, 202405:36Pilot, Frito-Lay, the Giant Co.Pilot, Meijer and Kroger kick off the summer season with deals. bp is collaborating with Frito-Lay on dispensed beverage cups. And the Giant Co. has named a new vice president of marketing.May 21, 202404:16
