7-Eleven parent plans 1,300 new U.S. stores, eyes 2026 North America IPO
The new strategy follows a year-long takeover saga with Couche-Tard, which ended abruptly last month.
C-stores
Richard Owen to lead Convenience Distribution Association
He will officially become President & CEO on November 7, 2025.
The now and future of c-stores: A new retail powerhouse emerges
Driven by shifts in consumer behavior, convenience retail is experiencing a renaissance.
NACS names Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
Gleeson has been deeply engaged with NACS and other industry groups. He served 19 years on the NACS International Board and 11 years on its Board of Directors, including his term as chairman.
Wawa expands EV charging through Ionna partnership
First “Rechargery” site launches in Florida as part of Ionna’s largest EV deal to date.
Convenience retailers are rapidly closing the digital gap says Circana’s David Portalatin
From sales slump to digital surge: Convenience retail’s wake-up call.
C-stores nationwide honor first responders with 24/7 Day
Yesway joins 35,000 stores nationwide in celebrating first responders while raising funds for disaster relief.
C-stores in 2025: Food, tech and media drive a convenience revolution
Intouch Insight’s 2025 Convenience Store Trends Report highlights rising demand for fresh meals, digital engagement, and personalized value.
RaceWay taps PAR Technology for new rewards program
The new program, built on the PAR Retail platform, aims to deliver exclusive offers, seamless transactions, and personalized experiences to customers.
Couche-Tard drops bid for 7-Eleven owner
The Canadian company last year made a “friendly, non-binding” proposal to buy Seven & i.
Yesway opens four new Allsup’s in Oklahoma and New Mexico
Retailer continues rapid expansion across the Southwest.
Yesway Launches In-Store Fundraising to Aid Texas Hill Country Flood Victims
Community members, customers, and supplier partners are encouraged to join in-store fundraising efforts through July 31
2024 was a year of cautious optimism for c-stores, says NACS report
The report aggregates financial, operational, and category-level data from more than 27,000 convenience stores nationwide.
Majors Management acquires 35 c-stores from ACT
Acquisition brings MAPCO's award-winning convenience experience to Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
7-Eleven releases 2024 Impact Report
Under the theme “Good Made Easy,” the report outlines key milestones across three core pillars: People, Planet, and Products.