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 to rethink strategies.
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C&S Buys Majority Stake in Winn Dixie
C&S Wholesale Grocers acquires majority stake in Winn Dixie supermarket chain, expected to finalize in 2027 with Anthony Hucker as…
Monika Kruger • Flash Picks2
Shops urge caution over disposable BBQs
UK retailers adopt new disposable BBQ safety guidelines to reduce wildfire risks amid dry conditions and rising fire hazards.
Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights3
JD.com swings back to profit as sales dip
JD.com returns to profit in Q2 2026 despite a 2.9% sales dip, driven by stronger retail margins and cost controls.
Marie Wagner • Product Launches4
AI Fraud Wave Hits Retailers Hard
AI fraud wave hits retailers hard. Discover how AI-powered scams are personalized and harder to detect, threatening your brand reputation.
Marie Wagner • Buyer Guides5
Wakefern Summit Targets Growth for Local Growers
Wakefern Summit targets growth for local growers, highlighting a $500 million pledge to buy fresh produce and boost farms, gathering…
Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts
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
Product Launches Monika Kruger • Product Launches • August 27, 2026 • 2 min read
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
Product Launches Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Sinclair Oil launches mobile game to boost loyalty
Sinclair Oil boosts customer loyalty by launching a mobile game within its Dinopay app to encourage repeat station visits despite…
Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Trend Alerts Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts • August 24, 2026 • 2 min read
Gopuff launches first seasonal private label lineup
Gopuff private label expands with first seasonal lineup, adding fall baked goods to Crave Shoppe and Basically banners for instant…
Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts • August 24, 2026 • 2 min read
Brand Spotlights Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Circle K revamps retail media network
Circle K revamps retail media network to offer enhanced audience targeting and measurement tools for advertisers at its convenience stores.
Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Trend Alerts Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts • August 22, 2026 • 2 min read
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 Alerts • August 22, 2026 • 2 min read
Brand Spotlights Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 21, 2026 • 2 min read
Wawa grows electric vehicle charging stations
Wawa expands its electric vehicle charging network with new stations across Pennsylvania, offering faster and branded EV charging solutions.
Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 21, 2026 • 2 min read
Buyer Guides Monika Kruger • Buyer Guides • August 20, 2026 • 2 min read
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 Guides • August 20, 2026 • 2 min read
Brand Spotlights Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 19, 2026 • 3 min read
UK food prices defy 2026 surge predictions
UK food prices defy 2026 surge predictions, falling to 1.7% inflation—below forecasts and marking the lowest rate since August 2024.
Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 19, 2026 • 3 min read