Yesway reveals 5-year expansion plan as IPO takes shape

As it refiles for its public offering, the retailer plans to open 130 NTIs through 2031 and expects to spend between $40 million and $50 million building the first set of sites this year.

Frozen drinks and fresh flavors emerge as c-store retailers prep for spring

Pilot also added two new food programs, Stinker rolled out pizza rolls and Love’s debuted pesto-forward items as part of a rotating menu.

BP sells 13 Thorntons c-stores to Giant Oil

The energy giant has focused on improving its balance sheet lately by divesting stores and suspending share buybacks.

Yesway revives IPO plans

The Texas-based retailer, which halted a previous bid to go public in 2022, plans to issue nearly 14 million shares at between $20 and $23 apiece.

Updated April 14, 2026

Tracking c-store acquisitions across the industry

Sunoco picked up over 100 stores across two deals and 7-Eleven bought 15 Vegas locations. Meanwhile, Monfort sold its last 20 sites.

Updated March 13, 2026

Chestnut Market, foodservice director part ways one week after hiring

Ben Lucky has exited the company for personal reasons and Director of Merchandising Farris Jamal will take over in the interim.

3 Big Numbers: Boozy trends for c-stores’ Q2

A distributor survey sheds light on some summer optimism, which beer companies should get more shelf space and how likely retailers are to get help from producers.

PDI embeds AI across its services

The technology company’s new PDIQ system will bring insights and automation to its portfolio that includes loyalty, resource planning and other business solutions.

Urban Value bringing more AI-driven coolers to Texas developments

Customers tap a payment method to open the coolers and grab the items they want, then the technology automatically charges them once the door closes.

Global Partners to open first Honey Farms Market in New York

Honey Farms Market is one of two banners the convenience retailer is growing, as the company has also opened a new Alltown Fresh for the first time since 2023.

Fresh Stop and president part ways, CEO resigns amid $200M expansion

As parent Madison Capital aims to double the number of its c-stores and car washes, Joe Teague’s and Matt Pickelsimer’s departures leave significant holes atop its retail leadership.

Updated March 26, 2026

Rutter’s builds on reputation as a third place with NCAA title game watch parties

The retailer will host the event at its 1747 Bar and Lounge locations as it seeks to establish itself as a meet-up spot for customers.

Par Pacific to launch c-store remodeling initiative

The updated locations will feature “improved merchandising, expanded food and beverage offerings and enhanced site presentation,” the retailer said in its annual report.

Circle K now accepting Giant Eagle’s loyalty program in Ohio

Effective March 24, customers in the Buckeye State can choose between Couche-Tard’s Inner Circle rewards or myPerks while filling up on gas.

Couche-Tard hires Family Dollar exec to lead US food merchandising

Dan Larmondra said he’s “immediately looking to fill several director and category management roles” to support Circle K’s “aggressive growth plans” as part of his new role.

Dollar General CEO Todd Vasos to step down, again

This time, Ahold Delhaize USA executive JJ Fleeman will succeed him as CEO, with Vasos exiting the position in 2027.

Chestnut Market taps Ben Lucky as first foodservice director

The former 7-Eleven leader will focus on menu development, kitchen design, training and vendor partnerships across Chestnut’s roughly 80 East Coast convenience stores.

InStore.ai names chief customer officer

Kevin Farley brings over two decades of leadership experience with c-store consultancies W. Capra and GSP Retail.

How c-stores are capitalizing on Americans’ caffeine obsession

Convenience stores are uniquely set up to meet consumers’ increasing appetite for the stimulant, from deeper beverage selections to snacks and energy shots, experts say.

Town Pump to place standalone coffee kiosks in its parking lots

The 400-square-foot sites will be branded as Stonehouse Coffee Shots, after the retailer’s proprietary coffee program, and will feature pickup and drive-thru windows.

An ‘everyday choice’: Celsius surges as energy drinks become ‘mainstream’

CEO John Fieldly said more consumers are turning to the beverages as a companion to meals, an alcohol alternative and even when taking GLP-1s.

Sinclair Oil likely to part ways with CEO, CFO

The fuel retailer said it expects to negotiate a separation arrangement with both leaders about a month after they requested leave of absences for undisclosed reasons.

Couche-Tard posts strongest US same-store merchandise gains in 2 years

Foodservice, including Circle K’s meal deals, drove the company’s growth, President and CEO Alex Miller told investors and analysts on Wednesday.

3 Big Numbers: How Couche-Tard is extending its reach

While its same-store merchandise sales growth was a highlight in Q3, the retailer is expanding in other ways to keep the growth coming.

Family Dollar to pilot extra small store format in urban markets

Fresh off its separation from Dollar Tree, the discount chain is pursuing a turnaround that includes 70 initiatives across various departments.