As retail media networks multiply, Amazon stands alone

A MediaRadar analysis found the e-commerce giant commanded a larger market share than the mass retailer category last year. 

By Peter Adams • March 7, 2023

What’s powering Yesway’s big growth plans?

CEO Tom Trkla said the retailer is leveraging its strengths and unique background to assemble a system that could build 50 or more stores per year.

By Jessica Loder • March 7, 2023

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Buc-ee’s adds Virginia to list of upcoming locations

The popular chain has filed an application to develop a 74,000-square-foot store along Route 64 in what would become its 12th expansion state.

By Jessica Loder • March 7, 2023

Parkland USA COO Jay Erickson dies

The c-store veteran passed away March 2 after a brief illness, according to a company spokesperson.

By Brett Dworski • March 6, 2023

EG Group strikes $1.5B sale-leaseback deal for East Coast stores

The deal with Realty Income Corporation includes up to 415 stores under the Cumberland Farms, Tom Thumb, Fastrac and Sprint banners.

By Jeff Wells , Brett Dworski • March 6, 2023

Parkland credits retail growth to salty snacks, candy, packaged beverages

The company’s c-store segment grew by 53% last quarter as it continues to pursue its growth strategy in food and convenience.

By Jessica Loder • March 6, 2023

Amazon Go closing 8 of its c-stores

The company shuttered two locations each in Seattle and New York City and four in San Francisco as it struggles to build its physical retail footprint.

By Brett Dworski • March 3, 2023

Delek names new EVP and chief commercial officer

The hiring of Patrick Reilly comes days after the retailer hinted at an impending acquisition or sale of its c-store assets during its fourth-quarter earnings call.

By Brett Dworski • March 3, 2023

Jiffy Trip debuts first store outside of Oklahoma

The location in Siloam Springs, Arkansas took two years to develop, the company said.

By Brett Dworski • March 3, 2023

CrossAmerica Partners credits record-breaking year to 7-Eleven acquisition

The company’s full-year retail gross profits skyrocketed 61% from 2021 to 2022, according to its recent earnings report.

By Brett Dworski • March 3, 2023

Buc-ee’s sets sights on Wisconsin for next expansion

If approved, this move would mark the chain’s 11th state. The site is expected to include over 73,000 square feet of retail space and 120 gas pumps. 

By Jessica Loder • March 2, 2023

Couche-Tard to ‘quadruple’ Arkansas footprint with Big Red Stores acquisition

This week’s 45-site deal underscores the retailer’s efforts to expand and optimize its store network in the U.S.

By Brett Dworski • March 1, 2023

Arko to enhance its loyalty program and EV charging capabilities in 2023, CEO says

The retailer said during its earnings call that development of its new mobile app is in the “final stages,” while its electrification initiatives remain “aggressive.”

By Brett Dworski • March 1, 2023

Is Delek looking to sell its c-store assets?

The retailer, which operates 249 locations, hinted at a potential move coming in the near future during its earnings call Tuesday.

By Brett Dworski • March 1, 2023

7-Eleven targets Gen Z in new TV spots

The ads, the latest in the company’s “Take it to Eleven” campaign, aim to boost the chain’s coffee program and will run in more than 90 markets across the U.S.

By Jessica Loder • March 1, 2023

Yesway acquires 5 Ranglers c-stores in Texas

In addition to the acquisition, the fast-growing convenience chain also opened five new Allsup’s locations.

By Jessica Loder • March 1, 2023

Warrenton Oil acquires fellow Missouri c-store chain

The purchase includes all 10 locations from family-owned Thoele Oil, whose leadership is retiring after 70 years.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 28, 2023

Alimentation Couche-Tard to buy Big Red Stores

The family-owned 45-location Arkansas c-store chain features large-format stores and co-branding agreements with top QSRs.

By Jessica Loder , Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Global Partners to include EV charging at all new Alltown Fresh stores, CEO says

The retailer will also build ports at six existing stores, as it has secured more than $800,000 in grants for the project.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Why now is an attractive time for c-store consolidation

M&A can help offset high operating expenses caused by inflation, digital transformation, labor woes and other headwinds facing the industry, according to one expert.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

Chevron promotes Mark A. Nelson to vice chairman

The longtime executive will lead strategy and sustainability, corporate affairs and business development functions, as well as take on additional corporate responsibilities.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 27, 2023

New England’s Neon Marketplace focuses on local sourcing

Its partnership with wholesaler Mable will bring regionally made items, including hot sauce and snacks, to several of its stores. 

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 27, 2023

Wawa offers details for first stores in Ohio, Indiana

Both regions are part of the c-store chain’s plans to expand from seven to 14 states and grow to around 1,800 stores by 2030. 

By Jessica Loder • Feb. 24, 2023

BP’s acquisition of TA signals that big oil is back in the c-store game

Last week’s $1.3 billion deal will prompt more fuel companies to stock up on retail stores to diversify their assets in the face of disruption, experts say.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 23, 2023

Breeze Thru Markets names new president and CEO

Adam Stephenson has succeeded Ryan Clontz to lead the 17-store chain, effective immediately.

By Brett Dworski • Feb. 22, 2023