The Wills Group brings AI to its shelf planning

The partnership with SymphonyAI will help the Maryland-based retailer tailor each store’s layout and offering to match local customer needs.

Wawa experiences widespread credit card processing outage

A company spokesperson told NBC10 Philadelphia that the issue, which has since been resolved, impacted “most if not all of our stores.”

Is Parkland nearing a US exit?

The Canadian retailer is selling its Florida operations amid ongoing economic headwinds. Could the rest of its American business follow suit?

Maverik breaks ground in Kansas

The retailer announced that its first two stores in the state — one of which will cater to professional drivers — are slated to open in mid-2025.

Inside Yatco’s ambitious East Coast growth plans

The retailer hasn’t opened a new store since 2019, but it’s planning to build four this year and has several more in the pipeline.

Couche-Tard names new EVP of North America operations

Louise Warner takes on the role that new CEO Alex Miller held before he became chief operating officer in 2022.

Who is Alex Miller, Couche-Tard’s new CEO?

The retailer began a new chapter under the top executive Friday. Here’s a brief history of his career, including his run as board chairman for CrossAmerica Partners.

Alimentation Couche-Tard, Seven & i publicly spar over buyout

The Canadian retailer said it wants to open talks to help refine its proposal, while the Japanese firm wants a better proposal before engaging.

Clipper adds delivery, pickup

The Georgia-based retailer is working with Lula Commerce to manage its business with third-party e-commerce platforms.

Seven & i rejects Couche-Tard’s $39B takeover bid

In a Friday letter, 7-Eleven’s parent company said the bid was too low and did not take regulatory issues seriously.

Casey’s boosts 3-year growth target to 500 stores

The retailer is on track to reach the original 350-site goal “nearly 18 months early” thanks to its upcoming CEFCO acquisition, said CEO Darren Rebelez.

EG Group chief strategy and business officer to step down

Imraan Patel, who has been with the company since 2016, leads its M&A initiatives, among other duties.

Couche-Tard discusses strategy behind $1.6B GetGo acquisition

CEO Alex Miller referred to GetGo on Thursday as an “innovative, food-first” c-store experience that will bring expertise in foodservice and loyalty to Couche-Tard.

Retail workers hail New York’s new panic-button law

But the bill signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, which requires a host of safety measures to address store-based crime, was opposed by key trade groups.

How c-stores can keep loiterers from becoming a long-term problem

Companies are using everything from audio signals to in-ground domes in an effort to keep people from lingering around their stores. Which solutions are both humane and effective?

8 notable c-store executive changes from August

Alimentation Couche-Tard’s slew of new officers and promotions led last month’s slate of leadership shifts.

Gum manufacturers turn to innovation to keep sales from popping

Hershey, Mars Wrigley and other companies are using unique flavors, ingredients and formats to boost consumption. 

Loop Neighborhood Market debuts private label snack and candy line

The assortment features 16 items, ranging from several variations of gummies to spicy peanuts.

Hy-Vee streamlines c-store food ordering tech

The retailer’s Fast & Fresh banner partnered with Deliverect to automate order input, improve curbside pickup notifications and more.

After a puzzling past few months, Foxtrot returns this week

The retailer, which abruptly ceased operations earlier this year, will reopen its store in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood on Thursday.

Parkland to sell struggling Florida business

The planned divestment includes nearly half of the company’s U.S. retail sites as it continues to offload more than $500 million in non-core assets.

Couche-Tard names global head of food and marketing as explosive summer continues

Mette Uglebjerg will oversee foodservice and marketing across Couche-Tard’s entire c-store network of 16,700 locations.

Casey’s shareholders keep Rebelez as chairman

A proposal that the leader of the board must come from outside the company was voted down during the retailer’s Aug. 28 shareholder meeting.

Amazon tech automating 10 new campus c-stores

The company said it expects to put its technology in more stores in 2024 than in any year previously.

Why Texas has become the epicenter of c-stores in the US

Spurred by a fast-growing population and desirable building regulations, convenience retailers are flocking to the Lone Star State, experts say.