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Retrieved from Couche-Tard.
The key moments in Couche-Tard’s failed pursuit of Seven & i
As retailers try to wrap their heads around the unsuccessful megamerger, here’s a recap of some of the defining events that led to this point.
By Brett Dworski • July 23, 2025 -
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Wawa’s Kentucky opening marks sixth new state since 2022
After debuting in three states last year and two more earlier this year, the retailer just has West Virginia and Tennessee left on its list.
By Jessica Loder • July 23, 2025 -
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Retrieved from BP.
BP appoints new board chair
Albert Manifold will take over leadership of the retail and energy giant’s board on Oct. 1, replacing Helge Lund.
By Brett Dworski • July 22, 2025 -
Retrieved from Refuel website.
Refuel continues c-suite shuffle
The 240-store operator has named a chief technology officer and chief financial officer just a month after it appointed new co-CEOs.
By Brett Dworski • July 21, 2025 -
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ColumnFueling Up: Was Seven & i ever interested in Couche-Tard’s buyout offer?
Couche-Tard says Seven & i wasn’t willing to play ball, while Seven & i claims it was ready to swing at the right pitch. Who are we supposed to believe?
By Brett Dworski • July 21, 2025 -
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Pilot COO appointed president of retail
Brad Anderson’s promotion comes as the travel center chain moves its brand, marketing and consumer insights team under its retail division.
By Brett Dworski • July 17, 2025 -
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Maverik beginning Kum & Go rebrands in Iowa and Nebraska
The change in Iowa is significant since the Hawkeye State has been Kum & Go’s headquarters and largest market since the company was founded in 1959.
By Brett Dworski • July 17, 2025 -
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RaceWay debuts rewards program
The program will allow customers to earn points on fuel purchases, redeem those for rewards and receive exclusive in-store deals.
By Jessica Loder • July 16, 2025 -
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Former Mountain Express CFOs say retailer’s sale-leaseback strategy reflected a Ponzi scheme
Gains made from these transactions were used to repay company debts and never resulted in overall financial growth, the two past execs told regulators.
By Brett Dworski • July 16, 2025 -
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What’s behind Buc-ee’s brand-building masterclass?
The supersized c-store brand spent years honing its appeal before expanding nationwide. A trip to a newly opened store in Virginia showcases its wide-ranging allure.
By Jessica Loder • July 16, 2025 -
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Buc-ee’s eyeing first Idaho site
The popular retailer is in the early stages of planning a travel center in Meridian, which would mark its westernmost location to date.
By Brett Dworski • July 15, 2025 -
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5 big c-store industry questions for the rest of 2025
From big acquisitions and proposals to longer-term trends that touch all parts of the industry, here are the storylines to watch.
By Brett Dworski , Jessica Loder • July 14, 2025 -
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7-Eleven facing shrinking foot traffic
Store visits have been declining for several quarters, but Seven & i is banking on more QSRs on-site to help turn things around.
By Jessica Loder • July 14, 2025 -
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Sponsored by AcumeraConvenience stores look to modernize, minus the complexity
Edge computing has emerged as a solution for modernizing C-stores without the burden of constant upgrades.
July 14, 2025 -
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Sponsored by Bottle RocketAdding convenience: How C Stores can add customers by blending tech and in-person experiences
Younger generations don’t distinguish between digital and physical shopping, and neither should convenience store brands.
July 14, 2025 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: How is 7-Eleven’s turnaround going?
Seven & i’s North American arm saw boosts in operating income and delivery sales while making progress on several initiatives during Q1.
By Jessica Loder • July 11, 2025 -
Retrieved from Wawa.
Wawa debuts new credit card
The Mastercard includes savings of 50 cents per gallon at Wawa fuel pumps as a statement credit for the first 30 days, plus 5 cents per gallon savings moving forward.
By Brett Dworski • July 11, 2025 -
Retrieved from Dash In website.
Dash In names its first CMO
Matt Simon brings over two decades of retail food and CPG experience to the Maryland-based convenience retailer.
By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2025 -
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EG Group appoints new CFO
Mark Segal replaces Russell Colaco, who became EG Group’s CEO in April.
By Brett Dworski • July 10, 2025 -
Retrieved from BP.
BP dismissing head of US c-store loyalty
Jack Benoff led the company’s digital experience across thousands of c-stores and spearheaded the development of its Earnify loyalty program.
By Brett Dworski • July 8, 2025 -
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United Dairy Farmers names new CFO
Justin Jefferson takes over the job from Darryl Neltner, who retired at the end of May but is staying on with the company to facilitate the transition.
By Jessica Loder • July 8, 2025 -
Retrieved from Yesway.
ColumnFueling Up: What’s slowing Yesway down?
The retailer has barely grown its c-store network since axing its IPO plans in late 2022 and has faced a series of challenges that may define its future.
By Brett Dworski • July 7, 2025 -
Retrieved from Refuel.
New leaders at Refuel, Stewart’s top c-store exec changes in June
Fresh Stop also got a new CFO, Love’s added its first chief technology officer and Nouria made a change in its IT department, among other moves.
By Jessica Loder • July 7, 2025 -
Retrieved from Par Mar Oil.
Par Mar Oil cutting corporate staffers across several departments
The Ohio-based c-store retailer has laid off numerous team members this summer as part of a string of job cuts over the past year.
By Brett Dworski • July 2, 2025 -
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Canned food maker Del Monte declares bankruptcy, seeks buyer
The 139-year-old company said it is facing pressure from “a dynamic macroeconomic environment,” with a sale the most effective way to turn around its business.
By Christopher Doering • July 2, 2025
