Industry News & Trends

Alimentation Couche-Tard Charts a Mix of Growth Activity
The parent company of Circle K has more than 100 sites in its construction pipeline, along with 1,000 sites identified for future growth opportunities.
Sheetz Rolls Out Annual Holiday Coffee Promotion
Free self-serve coffee is available weekly in December.

Corporate & Store Operations
Pilot Co. Completes 100 Remodels Under New Horizon Initiative
The travel center chain introduced the program in spring 2022.
Foodservice
New England Industry Group Honors Top Convenience Retailers of 2023
Six operators were recognized for their customer service, community service and leadership.
Corporate Responsibility
Community Service Spotlight: 7-Eleven Inc., CITGO & EG America
Parker's Kitchen, PepsiCo and Stewart's Shops, among others, also gave back to their communities.
Foodservice
McDonald's Sets New Targets in Growth Strategy
A new software system will simplify and stabilize the chain's mobile and in-store experience for customers.
Technology
Looking Into the 2024 Crystal Ball
Artificial intelligence, data and analytics, and retail media are projected to play bigger roles next year.
Tobacco
British American Tobacco to Accelerate Transformation Amid Cigarette Challenges
The company will pursue "Building a Smokeless World" as it writes down $31.5 billion.
Foodservice
Rutter's Goes Bigger in Recent Remodel
The update is part of the company's $150 million investment into renovating many of the chain's existing locations.
Foodservice
PHOTO GALLERY: Rusty Lantern Debuts Next Generation C-store
The refreshed concept includes a full kitchen and a revised floor plan.
Beverages
White Bison Coffee & Twice Daily Bring Holiday Flavors to Coffee Program
The seasonal offerings include cookie-inspired lattes and Holiday Blend beans in a newly redesigned bag.
Corporate Responsibility
Convenience Store Retailers Join Nationwide MDA Fundraiser
The campaign hopes to raise $750,000 this year to help families living with neuromuscular diseases.
Tobacco
Biden Administration Expected to Delay Federal Menthol Ban
The final rule will likely be pushed back to March 2024 or later.
Technology
NRF Highlights Four Guiding Principles for Using Artificial Intelligence
The tenets encourage effective governance, promote customer trust and facilitate ongoing innovation.

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