3 Big Numbers: The many faces of c-store growth

Casey’s, Sunoco and Minuteman are all looking to expand their horizons — and store counts — in the next year..

By Jessica Loder • June 13, 2025

Private label beer is having a moment. Should c-stores order a round?

Retailers like Costco, Stewart’s Shops and Walmart are investing in exclusive beer brands as capacity has opened up at brewers across the U.S.

By Jeff Wells • June 9, 2025

Grubhub adds alcohol delivery from 7-Eleven

The platform has also launched multi-store ordering, which allows customers to order from two eligible merchants in a single order, including select c-stores.

By Julie Littman • June 9, 2025

3 Big Numbers: Casey’s keeps trucking in Texas

They say everything’s bigger in the Lone Star State. That includes this Iowa-based convenience retailer’s ambitions.

By Jessica Loder • June 6, 2025

Power Market expands Oregon footprint

H&S Energy's first location in the Portland area also introduces its Papa Sal’s Deli foodservice program to the state.

By Jessica Loder • June 4, 2025

EG America levels up its grab-and-go snacking game

The retailer’s new Sensible Snacks program aims to take advantage of the variety of national brands offered at its convenience stores.

By Brett Dworski • June 3, 2025

C-stores losing snacking dollars to grocers

While dollar and drug stores also ceded ground to grocery stores, convenience retailers gave up the most ground in treat sales, according to NielsenIQ.

By Jessica Loder • May 28, 2025

BP Pulse is bringing EV chargers to Waffle House

Chosen sites in the Southeast and the Sunbelt will get six electric vehicle charging bays, with the first locations coming online next year.

By Jessica Loder • May 22, 2025

3 packaged beverage trends for the back half of 2025

Energy drinks seek the right balance of flavors while consumer sentiment may not prevent beer price increases, according to a Goldman Sachs survey.

By Jessica Loder • May 22, 2025

Coca-Cola launches Sprite + Tea appealing to TikTok-steeped Gen Z

The lemon-lime soda’s R&D team developed its latest limited-time flavor by mimicking a social media creation.

By Chris Casey • May 20, 2025

Small New York c-store chain plans Virginia debut

Millwood Market is opening its third overall location in Manassas, nearly 300 miles from its first two sites.

By Jessica Loder • May 15, 2025

Anheuser-Busch invests $300M in US manufacturing amid beer optimism

The company is funding technology and workforce development at its plants as it sees some recovery in alcohol consumption among older Gen Zers and younger millennials.

By Chris Casey • May 14, 2025

Smokeless tobacco is key to reinvigorating backbars

While cigarettes continue their long, slow decline, nicotine pouches are a bright spot for c-stores and heated tobacco is on the horizon, experts say.

By Christine Blank • May 14, 2025

The snacks we grew up with are at risk of disappearing from shelves – if they haven’t already

Beloved products trusted for generations are now facing a crisis as rising costs, shifting purchasing patterns and regulatory scrutiny pressure legacy brands, writes Keren Novak of Curion.

By Keren Novack • May 7, 2025

Hershey seeks tariff exemption for cocoa from White House

The Kisses maker said duties on the commodity, which cannot be grown in the U.S., is expected to result in millions of dollars in extra costs.

By Christopher Doering • May 5, 2025

7-Eleven teams with Live Nation for nostalgic music festival activations

The chain is the first presenting sponsor of the pop-punk-focused When We Were Young as it works to connect with consumers around culture.

By Chris Kelly • May 2, 2025

3 Big Numbers: Examining major changes for QuikTrip, Walmart and 7-Eleven

We take a closer look at one retailer’s nationwide expansion, another’s refreshed c-store growth plans and a bevy of board leadership changes.

By Jessica Loder • April 25, 2025

Country Fair tries new grocery-focused approach with upcoming store

The 8,000-square-foot store will add produce, meats and ready-made meals to the Pennsylvania retailer’s traditional c-store offering.

By Jessica Loder • April 23, 2025

How c-stores can pull loyalty from QSRs

Strong value, including meal deals and quality food, could help c-stores make inroads against fast food, says restaurant technology company Tillster.

By Jessica Loder • April 22, 2025

4 candy trends for c-stores to watch

While sales have declined thanks to price-sensitive shoppers, the category still has some bright spots, experts say. 

By Christine Blank • April 21, 2025

Food industry bristles as states move to ban soda, candy from SNAP

Purchasing restrictions on food assistance benefits have gained steam under the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, but most experts agree they're unlikely to improve health outcomes.

By Sarah Zimmerman • April 21, 2025

The Road Ahead: What’s behind the rise of super regional c-stores?

If Sheetz, Wawa or QuikTrip suddenly drop 30 locations into a new market, it fundamentally changes consumer behavior and competitive dynamics, columnist Frank Beard writes.

By Frank Beard • April 16, 2025

3 Big Numbers: Digging into 7-Eleven’s earnings

In its latest financials, company leaders laid out how QSRs, modernized food and beverage platforms, and private label products can help right the ship after a difficult 2024.

By Jessica Loder • April 11, 2025

Onvo launches updated app

Users now get a faster mobile experience, age-restricted promotions and exclusive offers while tracking and redeeming loyalty points — called Hoots — more easily.

By Jessica Loder • April 10, 2025

Tariffs are the latest test of beleaguered US consumers

Before the expansive levies were announced, spending power was already weakened by high prices and rising debt, among other forces, analysts say.

By Daphne Howland • April 8, 2025