Shoppers shift food spend to c-stores
New Tillster data shows consumers are visiting c-stores more often for food as restaurant loyalty declines and value, convenience and speed take priority.
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NACS CEO Frank Gleeson on the next phase of c-store growth
In an interview with MMR, NACS CEO Frank Gleeson explains that convenience stores are expanding beyond fuel and tobacco to include food, digital tools, and enhanced in-store experiences as the next phase of growth.
Yesway files for Nasdaq IPO
The filing highlights a convenience operator that has grown through acquisitions, new store construction, and store redevelopments.
Nilla Wafers to release special-edition cookie with Grogu Nilla Nummies
This collaboration celebrates Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu releasing in theaters May 22.
Dollar General marks Earth Day with Arbor Day Foundation milestone
Five-year partnership drives reforestation, community recovery and sustainability progress across North America.
BJ’s Wholesale Club enters Texas
BJ’s Texas debut underscores the intensifying competition in warehouse retail.
Amazon’s Summer Beauty Event returns April 27
Amazon is also integrating its AI-powered shopping assistant, Rufus, into the event experience.
AGNE deploys GoSpotCheck to noost shelf visibility
Associated Grocers of New England to use GoSpotCheck for real-time in-store data, enhancing oversight of promotions, compliance, and shelf conditions.
Airheads marks 40 years with renewed retail focus
Four decades after its launch, Airheads remains a staple in candy aisles.
Sam’s Club advances retail media with “Retail Experience Network”
Executives said the model reflects growing advertiser demand for accountability and performance beyond impressions.
Sheetz named to Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list
Sheetz’s steady presence on the list underscores the importance of workplace culture in fostering long-term growth and differentiation.
Circana: Sustainability products surpass quarter of CPG sales
Despite representing roughly a quarter of the market, sustainability products have contributed nearly half of total CPG growth since 2013.
Electrolit adds Strawberry Kiwi to 12-oz 6-Pack Line
Electrolit launches 12-oz Strawberry Kiwi six-pack, now at Kroger, H-E-B, and Publix.
Walmart launches Upstream Facility Services
Retail giant leverages scale and in-house expertise to offer nationwide facility services for multi-location operators.
Private label enters new phase
Walmart is the latest retailer to revamp its private brand strategy, joining a growing wave of updates across the industry as companies invest in design, product standards and differentiation to compete beyond price.
NYC Mayor Mamdani advances city-run grocery stores
The Mayor unveils a five-store plan in East Harlem, using public-sector retail to address rising grocery prices.