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Chipotle Tests New Fast-Casual Concept

Patrons can order a variety of fresh bowls via a ghost kitchen and third-party delivery service.

2 years 2 months ago

Starbucks to Open 400+ Stores in Asia Pacific

The expansion includes locations outside of major cities as well as drive-thru locations.

2 years 2 months ago

Five Star Food Service Acquires Lincoln County Vending

The acquisition expands Five Star’s service territory in southern Tennessee.

2 years 2 months ago

Bp to Buy TravelCenters of America for $1.3 Billion

The cash deal accelerates the energy company’s move back into convenience retail.

2 years 2 months ago

Fed Should Not Delay Increasing Competition for Online Debit Transactions, Merchants Say

“The time for competition … has come, and implementation should take effect as scheduled.”

2 years 2 months ago

Retail Sales Were Higher Than Expected in January

Restaurants and bars saw the biggest sales increases, while inflation overall cooled slightly.

2 years 2 months ago

NACS Comments on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Proposed Rule

The rule would require certain federal contractors to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions.

2 years 2 months ago

Buy Now, Pay Later Providers Move Focus to Physical Retail

With e-commerce spending plateauing, BNPL providers are hoping physical retail will net more users.

2 years 2 months ago

Subway Confirms That It’s Exploring a Sale

Reporting in January said that the QSR was on the market and could be valued at more than $10 billion.

2 years 2 months ago

Tri Star Energy Opens First Converted Twice Daily Location

It’s part of a three-year plan to rebrand all Sudden Service and Southern Traders c-stores to Twice Daily.

2 years 2 months ago

Tesla to Open 7,500 of Its Superchargers to Other EVs

The move comes as the White House releases new standards for its nationwide EV charging initiative.

2 years 2 months ago

Merchants Comment on Proposed FTC Settlement With Mastercard

The agency ordered the company to cease anticompetitive practices, but the MPC believes more needs to be done.

2 years 2 months ago

Alimentation Couche-Tard Expands Cage-Free Eggs Commitment

The company has added international franchised Circle K stores to its pledge.

2 years 2 months ago

GetGo Café + Market Upgrades Coffee Program

The additions include bean-to-cup machines, cold brew coffees and a new signature blend.

2 years 2 months ago

Love’s Donates $110,000 to Nonprofits Across U.S.

Additionally, corporate employees volunteered at organizations on Valentine’s Day.

2 years 2 months ago

Retailers Focus on Innovation, Experience and People

Highlights from Ideas 2 Go demonstrate easy and fun ways to engage customers.

2 years 2 months ago

Fuels Institute Celebrates First Decade

Recent and upcoming Fuels Institute reports aim for clarity on how to create a reduced-carbon future.

2 years 2 months ago

NACS Comments on EPA’s RFS, eRIN Proposed Rule

The draft rule is a “missed opportunity” for the EPA to leverage the RFS for carbon reduction.

2 years 2 months ago

Coen Markets Deploys Checkout-Free Technology

The convenience retailer is launching Grabango’s frictionless checkout system at two locations in Pennsylvania.

2 years 2 months ago

Ford to Build $3.5 Billion Battery Plant in Michigan

The plant will manufacture lithium iron phosphate batteries, which could lead to a lower price point for Ford’s EVs.

2 years 2 months ago