7-Eleven made many headlines last year, including the departure of longtime CEO Joseph DePinto and the failed merger offer from Couche-Tard — and the news torrent has continued through the first half of 2026.

In just the past three months, the retailer has delayed its IPO, announced ambitious store growth and remodeling plans, and initiated a company-wide reorganization that led to several leaders losing their roles. 7-Eleven has also launched several foodservice programs, including kids’ meals and catering as well as a happy hour for its iconic Slurpee beverage. 

All of this comes as the company continues efforts to cut expenses, boost margins and turn same-store sales back into the green.

For readers who want to explore the details of these moves, we’ve collected some of our top 7-Eleven coverage from the past few months below.