Couche‑Tard's Q1 Highlights Three Top Performers
Couche tard revenue jumped over 25% in Q1 in North America as prepared food, energy drinks and nicotine sales drove the retailer’s top‑performing segments.
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How To Find A Birthday Party Outfit
Planning a birthday party can be difficult to manage, when you have to think about catering, drinks, guests, music, venue…
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Aylsham's Sustainable Sparkle with Lab Grown Diamonds: Paving the Way for Ethical Elegance in the UK
In the historic market town of Aylsham, a quiet revolution is taking place within the jewelry industry as residents increasingly…
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Cumberland Farms opens first namesake store in Europe
Cumberland Farms opens its first namesake store in Europe near Berlin, expanding its convenience footprint and launching the Maxi Fresh…
Monika Kruger • Buyer Guides4
Top Public C‑Store CEOs' Earnings Reveal Three Figures
In fiscal 2025 the three highest‑paid CEOs of publicly traded convenience‑store operators all saw larger compensation than the year before,…
Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts5
Albertsons fights to retain budget shoppers
Albertsons launches new strategies to retain budget shoppers amid rising inflation and competition from discount retailers like Walmart and Aldi.
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Flash Picks Marie Wagner • Flash Picks • September 6, 2026 • 3 min read
Couche‑Tard’s Q1 Highlights Three Top Performers
Couche tard revenue jumped over 25% in Q1 in North America as prepared food, energy drinks and nicotine sales drove…
Marie Wagner • Flash Picks • September 6, 2026 • 3 min read
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Shell bets big on convenience store future in US
Shell bets big on convenience store future in US with major Tri Star Energy acquisition to expand footprint and double…
Marie Wagner • Buyer Guides • September 4, 2026 • 2 min read
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Albertsons Boosts Fuel Savings via Chevron Partnership
Albertsons fuel savings partnership with Chevron lets shoppers combine loyalty credits for up to $1.50 off per gallon, delivering savings…
Marie Wagner • Flash Picks • September 3, 2026 • 2 min read
Flash Picks Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • September 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Kwik Trip Drops Roller Grill Menu Item
Kwik Trip drops roller grill menu item to maximize sales by optimizing in-store space and improving customer experience with hot…
Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • September 2, 2026 • 2 min read
Buyer Guides Marie Wagner • Buyer Guides • September 1, 2026 • 4 min read
Juul receives approval for second device
Juul FDA approval clears the Juul2 e‑cigarette and menthol and tobacco pods, adding app integration and safety controls that could…
Marie Wagner • Buyer Guides • September 1, 2026 • 4 min read
Flash Picks Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • August 31, 2026 • 2 min read
Convenience Stores Brace for College Football Surge
College football promotions are driving convenience stores to roll out exclusive trading cards, co‑branded apparel, and game‑day deals that attract…
Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • August 31, 2026 • 2 min read
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Massachusetts store adds shipping service
Shamrock Market in Massachusetts adds Pak Mail shipping service with UPS, FedEx, and USPS options, offering expert packing and more…
Monika Kruger • Product Launches • August 30, 2026 • 2 min read
Flash Picks Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • August 29, 2026 • 3 min read
US Alcohol Consumption Hits Record Low
Alcohol consumption in the U.S. hits a record low, with only 54% of adults drinking, prompting beer and spirits makers…
Monika Kruger • Flash Picks • August 29, 2026 • 3 min read
Product Launches Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 28, 2026 • 2 min read
Burger King introduces new chicken nuggets recipe
Burger King introduces new chicken nuggets recipe for juicier and crispier taste with updated breading and sauces.
Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 28, 2026 • 2 min read
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Five key challenges facing convenience stores in 2026
Explore the five critical challenges facing convenience stores in 2026, from fuel supply disruptions to rising inflation impacting global retail…
Monika Kruger • Product Launches • August 27, 2026 • 2 min read