Sour power: How c-stores can capitalize on the in-demand flavor profile

Wawa and 7-Eleven are among the companies profiting from the trend, which is still in a growth and evolution phase.

By Christine Blank • Sept. 22, 2026

Coca-Cola to spend $10B on US manufacturing by 2030

The soda giant and its bottlers are planning to expand production and distribution in part of its largest market.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 22, 2026

Why the future of c-stores includes more families

Portable, parent-approved snacks can boost c-store trips and baskets.

Sept. 21, 2026

3 Big Numbers: The rise of stacking fuel rewards

As gas prices remain elevated, more customers are combining multiple fuel-saving benefits, though guests using just one program may save more.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 18, 2026

Inside PepsiCo’s dirty soda playbook

The beverage giant is putting a ready-to-drink twist on the buzzy drink trend, which an executive said has yet to reach its peak.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 17, 2026

C-store maxxing: How convenience stores became the ultimate one-stop shop

As wellness becomes part of daily routines, c-stores are rising to the occasion.

Sept. 14, 2026

Lil’ Drug Store Products acquires Navajo’s health, beauty and wellness portfolio

The c-store general merchandise supplier is expanding into grocery and drug stores while broadening its health and beauty assortment.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 11, 2026

3 Big Numbers: C-store retailers are feeling optimistic

While macroeconomic disruptions have made shoppers more cautious, retailers are largely positive about the future, according to a survey from retail technology company Toast.

By Jessica Loder • Sept. 11, 2026

Wally’s, Jump Start add on-tap beverages

The retailers are tapping into demand for greater beverage variety and customization, with eight-faucet systems tailored to each store’s menu.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 9, 2026

Couche-Tard’s merchandise growth keeps on rolling into fiscal 2027

Circle K’s parent company saw U.S. same-store merchandise revenue increase by 1.7% during Q1, driven by momentum in food, energy drinks and other nicotine products.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 3, 2026

Juul granted marketing approval for second device

In addition to the Juul2, the FDA also gave the green light to menthol and tobacco-flavored pods for use with the product. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 31, 2026

US alcohol consumption remains at all time low

A new report from Gallup showed drinking rates are stabilizing after a multiyear decline, but still remain at the lowest level since 1939.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 28, 2026

Love’s to roll out premium private label baked goods line

The assortment, which will debut nationwide on Aug. 30, will feature muffins, cakes and danishes.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 24, 2026

Where SNAP participation has fallen the most

All but one state saw a year-over-year drop in the number of people enrolled in the food assistance program in April.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 21, 2026

Gopuff expands private label, debuts first-ever seasonal product lineup

The additions mainly include baked goods such as cakes, cookies, danishes, edible and bakeable cookie dough, toaster pastries and fudge.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 21, 2026

4 c-store execs weigh in on cautious consumers

Leaders from Arko, CrossAmerica Partners, Global Partners and Murphy USA shared the impact tentative spending and high gas prices had in Q2.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 17, 2026

5 new snacks capitalizing on hot c-stores trends

Unique offerings from both newer and popular snackmakers are rising up to meet changing customer tastes.

By Christine Blank • Aug. 12, 2026

FDA grants marketing approval to 4 On! nicotine pouches

The agency greenlit the products as part of a pilot program aimed at shortening approval times. 

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 5, 2026

Tyson suggests high beef prices face long recovery

The meat giant said the Trump administration's efforts to boost supply are unlikely to make a significant impact in the near-term.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 5, 2026

Altria Group expands On! Plus distribution

The nicotine pouch brand, which received marketing approval from the FDA for multiple varieties in late 2025, expanded to 120,000 stores nationwide.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 4, 2026

Gen Z isn’t drinking less after all

An IWSR report found that younger drinkers imbibe at roughly the same rate as the rest of the population, upending a narrative that Gen Z is a “generation of moderation.”

By Laurel Deppen • July 21, 2026

Consumers say rewards matter, but many aren’t actually using them

In the crowded loyalty landscape, a successful program goes beyond growing enrollment to actually influencing customers’ shopping behavior.

By Bryan Wassel • July 20, 2026

3 Big Numbers: Building a better beverage bar

Convenience retailers are drink destinations for a significant portion of shoppers, according to a recent Intouch Insight report.

By Jessica Loder • July 17, 2026

FDA allows Zyn to market nicotine pouches as lower-risk alternative to cigarettes

The administration’s latest orders allow Zyn to claim that using the products instead of cigarettes decreases the risk of several smoking-related diseases.

By Brett Dworski • July 1, 2026

Sheetz, Dash In lead the charge as refreshers reshape c-store beverage sales

The drinks sit at the intersection of fruit flavor, wellness and afternoon treat occasions, making them highly adaptable across c-store menus.

By Christine Blank • June 29, 2026