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Inflation Cooled to 4.9% in April

The lower CPI reading could further prompt the Fed to stop interest-rate hikes.

1 year 11 months ago

Wendy’s Uses AI to Power Drive-Thru Ordering

A Columbus, Ohio location will pilot the technology, and use will be expanded if the test proves successful.

1 year 11 months ago

Convenience Stores Offer Package Delivery Discounts and Grow Traffic

In Korea, customers are embracing the benefits of lower prices by picking up packages at c-stores.

1 year 11 months ago

The Important Role Food Safety Plays in C-Stores

“Food safety culture is the idea that everybody practices, believes and wholeheartedly understands what makes food safe and how to keep food safe.”

1 year 11 months ago

Panera Offers 2 Free Months of Unlimited Sips Subscription

NBA player Kyle Kuzuma has partnered with Panera to promote the program.

1 year 11 months ago

Stinker Stores Pilot Customer Feedback Devices

The test will allow the c-store chain to offer different feedback options and improve customer experiences and compare results across stores.

1 year 11 months ago

Hershey Named No. 3 on DiversityInc's 'Top 50 Companies for Diversity' List

This is the fifth-consecutive year DiversityInc has recognized Hershey's commitments to DEI.

1 year 11 months ago

Physical Retail in Asia Pacific Remains Strong

More than 71% of retailers in the region plan to expand or add new stores in 2023.

1 year 11 months ago

Remote Work Has Retailers Moving to the ’Burbs

Available downtown retail space is greater than available suburban retail space—a first since at least 2013.

1 year 11 months ago

Used Vehicle Prices Dipped Last Month

This is the first drop in prices this year for used vehicles, and prices are still historically high.

1 year 11 months ago

Add Flavor and Value

Diving into food ingredients can help c-stores create great products—and better margins.

1 year 11 months ago

Sheetz Giving One Customer Free Gas for Life

The retailer is running a sweepstakes that will allow a My Sheetz Rewardz member endless fill-ups.

1 year 11 months ago

Could EV Battery Swapping Work?

Swapping out EV batteries instead of charging them could be a quick, efficient solution.

1 year 11 months ago

What 7-Eleven Looks for in a New Product

The company offers up-and-coming brands a chance to appear on its shelves.

1 year 11 months ago

Maverik Debuts Exclusive Rockstar Energy Flavor

Pure Zero Pineapple Mango will hit Maverik shelves later this month.

1 year 11 months ago

How to Sell Your Food to Gen Z

Food, beverages and tobacco images are up 410% on social media.

1 year 11 months ago

Energy North Opens Flagship Location

The store includes a new foodservice offering—Crack’d Kitchen Express.

1 year 11 months ago

What’s Cooking at the C-Store?

Foodservice leaders share plans, goals and tips for food prepared on-site.

1 year 11 months ago

Hy-Vee Announces $99/Month Health Subscription Service

The subscription includes time with dietitians every month, health screenings and many online offerings.

1 year 11 months ago

AI Will Take Your Order

Pilot by Hardee’s, Carl’s Jr. shows uptick in sales.

1 year 11 months ago