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  • 7-Eleven
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    Seven & i proposes new board chairs as Couche-Tard decision looms

    7-Eleven’s parent company has pitched for a new executive chairperson, board chairman, and four directors who are all from outside of the company.

    By April 18, 2025
  • Wawa closing 2 more c-stores in Philadelphia

    As the retailer continues its ambitious expansion plan around the U.S., it has shuttered numerous locations in its backyard, including some for crime concerns.

    By April 16, 2025
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    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
  • Parkland
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    Parkland CEO to resign

    Bob Espey, who has led the c-store retailer since 2011, will step down by the end of 2025, concluding years of shareholder demands for his departure.

    By April 16, 2025
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    BP searching for next board leader

    Current Chair Helge Lund announced plans to depart, likely in 2026, kicking off a succession process for the role.

    By April 16, 2025
  • 7-Eleven
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    7-Eleven to open 1,300 new stores through 2030

    The retailer also expects to roughly double the number of stores that include a QSR, from 1,080 to 2,100, as it gears up for a 2026 IPO.

    By April 15, 2025
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    Wawa holding grand openings in 2 new states

    The Pennsylvania-based retailer will hold a ribbon cutting in Liberty Township, Ohio, this week and in Dalesville, Indiana, in May.

    By April 15, 2025
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    Why Seven & i is taking 7-Eleven public

    The move would let 7-Eleven control its own finances and dictate its M&A priorities while unlocking its “intrinsic value,” company leaders said last week.

    By April 14, 2025
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    Global Partners taps Pilot exec as chief legal officer

    Kristin Seabrook will take over at the start of next year, with incumbent Sean Geary set to take on an advisory role.

    By April 11, 2025
  • Smoker Friendly
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    Smoker Friendly names head of operations

    Tom Allen will oversee day-to-day functions of the fuel and tobacco retailer, which has 341 locations across 13 states.

    By April 10, 2025
  • Kwik Trip
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    Kwik Trip to open first North Dakota c-store in November

    The Wisconsin-based retailer will break ground on two locations in Fargo in June, a spokesperson said on Wednesday.

    By April 10, 2025
  • 7-Eleven
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    Seven & i, Couche-Tard make ‘no meaningful progress’ on antitrust concerns

    While the parent companies of 7-Eleven and Circle K remain in talks, the divestment package in the U.S. remains a significant hurdle.

    By April 10, 2025
  • Wawa
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    Wawa plans 60-store Virginia expansion

    The retailer’s growth is focused on the western half of the state, with groundbreakings in Staunton and Lynchburg earlier this month.

    By April 9, 2025
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    Seven & i’s full-year operating income falls by over 20%

    In the U.S., 7-Eleven’s same-store sales fell by 2.7% and are expected to contract by another 1.5% in fiscal 2025, the company said on Wednesday.

    By April 9, 2025
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    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
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    Parkland’s largest shareholder looks to oust CEO

    Simpson Oil nominated nine independent directors to Parkland’s board in an attempt to unseat the company’s longtime chief, Bob Espey.

    By April 8, 2025
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    Chevron to cut 20% of global workforce by end of 2026

    The job cuts, which are estimated to impact roughly 9,000 employees, mirror staff reductions planned by rival BP to trim costs and boost efficiency.

    By April 7, 2025
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    3 Big Numbers: How new tech is paving the way for c-stores

    RaceTrac slashed the number of out-of-service pumps, TXB aims to nearly double its store count and Jacksons plans EV charging in two opposite situations.

    By April 4, 2025
  • Fresh Stop
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    Fresh Stop debuts in Arkansas

    The retailer, which launched just a few months ago with three locations, has stepped outside of Florida for the first time.

    By April 4, 2025
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    7-Eleven undergoes SVP shuffle

    Several top merchandising and franchising executives changed roles in recent weeks, continuing a busy first quarter for the retailer.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Jacksons adding EV charging this summer

    The retailer has partnered with OnPoint EV Solutions to build level 3 chargers at nine stores in California, Idaho and Washington.

    By April 3, 2025
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    Majors Management names VP of mergers and integration

    Paul Titley takes on the role about two years after Majors acquired hundreds of stores across five deals.

    By April 3, 2025
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    TXB upgrades loyalty program

    The updates streamline the offering and make earning rewards quicker and easier for customers.

    By April 2, 2025
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    8 notable c-store executive changes from March

    Top moves include Seven & i’s CEO succession, Kwik Trip and Majors Management naming foodservice leaders and BP and Parker’s nabbing Yesway veterans.

    By April 2, 2025
  • Stinker
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    Stinker Stores looking to sell 13 locations in Colorado

    The retailer said the divestiture is part of new optimization efforts intended to “sharpen its focus on core assets and capitalize on upcoming development projects.”

    By April 1, 2025