Supermarkets Fuel Competitionby John Lofstock Franchisees ProtectedA Federal Trade Commission ruling is effectively enforcing its regulation that protects those who invest in franchised businesses. Pepsi Completes Quaker Purchase On the heels of receiving FTC clearance, the beverage company seizes control of Gatorade. FTC Approves Gatorade Deal Split vote paves way for Pepsi's $13.9 billion acquisition of Quaker. ExxonMobil Making Radio Waves Speedpass system to be expanded to more than 2,500 Exxon-branded convenience stores. Welsh Bids Farewell Indiana chain sells off its remaining assets to Flying J. Everyday Precautions Austin convenience store chain working to put the brakes on underage drinking. Ahold Stores Debate Fines Four other retail chains have paid $300 penalties for underage tobacco sales. Hooper Oil Finds Silver Lining Convenience chain increases foodservice offering with Long John Silver. McDonald's Opens Cyber Restaurant Hamburger maker caters to Internet hunger in Israel. First Previous 2269 2270 2271 2272 2273 Next Last