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Coca-Cola Launches Simply Mixology Mocktail and Cocktail Mixer

Several intersecting consumer trends, including Dry January, inspired the new beverages.

2 years 2 months ago

Walmart Raises Starting Pay for U.S. Employees

With workers in short supply, the increase will bring the retailer’s average hourly pay to over $17.50.

2 years 2 months ago

FDA Issues MDOs for 2 Menthol Vuse Products

R.J. Reynolds plans to seek a stay of enforcement to challenge the agency’s decision.

2 years 2 months ago

Wawa May Venture Into New Store Format

The retailer’s CEO outlined plans for “Wawa on steroids” in its new and existing markets.

2 years 2 months ago

Sheetz Lowers DEF Price to 99 Cents a Gallon

The retailer has been offering gas discounts on select products intermittently since last summer.

2 years 2 months ago

C-Stores Are Serious Food and Beverage Players

Foodservice at convenience stores directly competes with QSRs, and gas, groceries and more give the c-store channel an edge.

2 years 2 months ago

Here’s How to Nail Your Coffee and Tea Beverage Program

It’s all about the unique offerings you can give customers to make you a beverage destination.

2 years 2 months ago

U.S. Regulators to Scrutinize Payment Methods

Swipe fees, buy now, pay later programs and peer-to-peer payments are likely to be examined this year.

2 years 2 months ago

Colonial Oil Acquires Strickland Oil Co.

The move will help the Georgia company continue to grow its commercial fuel and lubricants business.

2 years 2 months ago

Hunt Brothers Brings Back Buffalo Chicken Pizza

This fan-favorite pizza has been an LTO for the past 15 years.

2 years 2 months ago

Walmart’s New E-Commerce Site for Businesses Rivals Amazon

The free B2B platform caters to small and midsize firms and offers a subscription akin to Amazon Prime.

2 years 2 months ago

71% of Consumers Snack at Least Twice Daily

Brand names still have an edge over generic when it comes to snacks, new research finds.

2 years 2 months ago

Americans Want to Eat Out More

Consumers are pulling back on discretionary spending, including dining out, as inflation takes its toll.

2 years 2 months ago

Dollar General Launches Cash-Back Rewards With Ibotta

The channel is being fueled by demand for cheaper groceries and goods from inflation-weary customers.

2 years 2 months ago

How Food Insecurity Affects Food Safety

A free webinar discusses how to stay informed to prevent foodborne illnesses in challenging economic times.

2 years 2 months ago

Taco Bell Puts Chicken Wings Back on Menu

The fast-food restaurant is also introducing an app filter that shows where the wings are available.

2 years 2 months ago

FBT Enterprises Acquires SHOPCO USA

Additionally, JJ’s Bakery buys family-owned baked goods company Cookies-n-Milk.

2 years 2 months ago

Hertz Brings Thousands of EVs and Chargers to U.S. Cities

The rental car company’s Hertz Electrifies program will start in Denver.

2 years 2 months ago

FMCSA Declares Regional Emergency in 8 States

The declaration is in response to the Suncor refinery shutdown in Colorado, as well as severe winter weather.

2 years 2 months ago

Is the Labor Market Finally Stabilizing?

The American workforce may be tipping to a more balanced employer-employee dynamic.

2 years 2 months ago