Tony Harris, SVP of Corporate Operations at 7-Eleven, steps down
Harris played a key role in advancing the multi-year integration of Speedway locations into 7-Eleven’s corporate store network.
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Target marks 10th year of 1 million volunteer hours and expands community investments
In 2026, Target and nonprofit partners will choose 13 neighborhoods across the country for reimagined community spaces designed around locally identified needs.
Walmart reaches $1 trillion market cap as digital growth accelerates
The valuation places Walmart in an exclusive group of mostly technology companies.
Q1 becomes a key loyalty moment as AI transforms shopping habits
Brands have a significant chance in Q1 to enhance loyalty and retention as AI transforms the buyer journey, according to new Attentive surveys.
Amazon sets new Prime delivery speed record in 2025
Groceries and everyday essentials drove much of that growth.
SNAP restrictions raise implementation issues
USDA guidance leaves ‘candy’ and ‘soda’ undefined, complicating compliance for c-store retailers.
Parker’s Kitchen kicks off 50th anniversary year
Founded in 1976 in Midway, Ga., Parker’s Kitchen operates in Georgia and South Carolina, with 1,800 employees and over 1.1 million weekly transactions.
7-Eleven raises over $14 million for Children’s Miracle Network in 2025
In-store donations across 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores help fund care for kids nationwide.
Costco brings U.S. same-day delivery model to Europe with Instacart
The launches in France and Spain reflect a broader trend among U.S. retailers and tech firms: exporting domestic e-commerce and fulfillment platforms worldwide as digital grocery and same-day delivery demand rises.
V2X and Amazon form partnership on AI-driven warehousing
V2X will use Amazon’s warehouse automation and AI models to enhance inventory management, logistics visibility, and efficiency worldwide.
Oxxo USA names new CEO as U.S. expansion continues
The company has said that its long-term goal is to establish a strong presence in multiple U.S. regions.
Health-minded consumers now drive 40% of retail food and beverage sales
Circana reports wellness shoppers are still growing, favoring simple, multi-benefit products despite economic pressure.
Amazon to stop Amazon One palm payments
Amazon One allowed opted-in customers to pay or check in by scanning their palm after enrolling a payment method.
Circana: U.S. toy sales rebounded in 2025
The U.S. performance mirrored global momentum, with all markets returning to growth in 2025 for the first time in Circana’s history.
7-Eleven names 26 emerging brands for 2026 Brands with Heart showcase
The 2026 cohort was chosen from more than 700 applicants following a competitive review led by the retailer’s 7-Ventures & Emerging Brands team.
2026 sees slight decrease in convenience store count
Texas continues to lead the nation with 16,504 convenience stores, accounting for more than one in 10 U.S. locations.