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Brand Loyalty Declines Amid Supply Woes and Higher Costs

90% of consumers will buy another brand or item if they can’t purchase their preferred choice.

3 years 2 months ago

Hamburger Vending Machine Launches Nationally

The robotic burger maker doles out piping hot patties in six minutes.

3 years 2 months ago

Innovation in the Liquor Category Fuels Growth

Liquor sales moderate, but long-term prospects remain strong.

3 years 2 months ago

Swipe Fees Cost Each Consumer 2 Dozen Easter Eggs

Consumers will spend an average of $169.79 on Easter-related items this year for a total of $20.8 billion.

3 years 2 months ago

Cancer-Causing Chemicals Found in QSR Food Packaging

Containers and wrappers from McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, Sweetgreen and Panera Bread, among others, were found to have PFAS.

3 years 2 months ago

Buy Now Pay Later Risks Unfair Practices for Consumers, Merchants

NACS supports new payment innovations, but BNPL services need to be assessed to prevent antitrust.

3 years 2 months ago

How to Up Your Cybersecurity Safety

During a free webinar, experts will show c-store retailers steps to implement to thwart cyberattacks.

3 years 2 months ago

FDA to Research ‘Healthy’ Symbol for Packaging

However, the agency has not updated its definition of healthy since the ’90s.

3 years 2 months ago

Maverik Raises Funds for Ukraine Humanitarian Needs

The c-store retailer will partner with the global Red Cross network on two programs to help provide relief response.

3 years 2 months ago

EV Battery Makers Could Lift Prices by 25%

Lithium carbonate costs have gone up fivefold over the past year.

3 years 2 months ago

Here’s a World-Class Learning Opportunity for C-Store Leaders

Register for the only Ivy League, mini-MBA programs tailored specifically for the convenience and fuel retailing industry.

3 years 2 months ago

Sweetgreen to Open Drive-Thru Concept Location

The drive-up lane at a new Illinois location will serve digital orders only.

3 years 2 months ago

Survey: A Good C-Store Experience Tops Price

74% of drivers say they will drive five minutes out of their way to go to a c-store they prefer.

3 years 2 months ago

Some Walmart Stores to Stop Selling Cigarettes

There has been internal debate at the retail giant to remove tobacco products from stores.

3 years 2 months ago

FDA Approves Additional ENDS Products for Marketing

Logic Technology Development received approval for certain products, but multiple other Logic ENDS products were denied.

3 years 2 months ago

Gas Prices Aren’t the Only Frustrations at the Pump

Drivers are hitting fuel limits, causing the pumps to shut off mid-fill-up.

3 years 2 months ago

Here’s How to Attract and Keep Employees

An employee value proposition and an innovative hiring process could be the difference between two-day and two-year employees.

3 years 2 months ago

Instacart to Offer 15-Minute Grocery Delivery

The company’s foray into ultrafast service could allow for success where other startups have faltered.

3 years 2 months ago

OXXO Is a Banking Powerhouse

The c-store’s debit card is a formidable fintech player in Mexico.

3 years 2 months ago

Chick-fil-A Will Convert Used Cooking Oil to Biofuel

The fast-food restaurant is partnering with Darling Ingredients on the sustainability initiative.

3 years 2 months ago