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KFC’s New Store Prototype is Aimed at Gen Z

Plus, a look into Dunkin’s winter celebrity collaboration and where Krispy Kreme stands after its cyberattack.

1 week 6 days ago

What Defined the Food and Beverage Industry in 2024?

Research from Datassential found that value, ‘little treats’ and global flavors were big hits last year.

1 week 6 days ago

QuickChek Launches Strawberry-Flavored Coffee

Plus, the retailer is celebrating the new year with a new roasted chicken sub.

2 weeks 1 day ago

Consumers Spent 3.8% More This Holiday Season Than Last

The Wall Street Journal also reported that customers were motivated by deals and promotions.

2 weeks 1 day ago

Yesway Opens Five New Locations

Plus, other retailers also celebrated new store openings before the end of the calendar year.

2 weeks 1 day ago

A Year in Review for QSRs

Research finds that more automated technology and ‘nostalgia’ menus were popular in 2024.

2 weeks 1 day ago

AP: Walmart Won the 2024 Value Wars

Value-seeking customers also sought out QSRs like Cava, but Starbucks took a hit.

2 weeks 2 days ago

Placer.ai Predicts a Strong 2025 for C-Stores

Research finds that ‘aggressive expansions’ have been working.

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NACS Files Brief on EPA’s Renewable Fuels Standard Waivers

The brief argues that RFS waiver applications for refiners should be treated on a national basis.

2 weeks 2 days ago

Are You Ready for New PCI DSS Requirements?

A Conexxus Annual Conference session will dig into new requirements due March 31, 2025.

2 weeks 2 days ago

NRF: Shoplifting is Up 93% From Pre-Pandemic Levels

New research finds that retailers are struggling with theft and violence.

2 weeks 2 days ago

Retailers Gave Back This Holiday Season

Weigel’s and Circle K recently supported their communities during the holidays.

2 weeks 2 days ago

NACS Applauds Bill to Extend Biodiesel Blenders’ Tax Credit

Extending the credit would incentivize fuel retailers to buy and blend more gallons of biodiesel.

3 weeks 5 days ago

Visits to Fried Chicken Restaurants Were Up This Year

New research finds that 'fried chicken chains have been in serious expansion mode.'

3 weeks 5 days ago

Three Trending Tech Topics at the Conexxus Annual Conference

AI, retail media networks and data security are top of mind for retailers.

3 weeks 5 days ago

FDA Issues Alert About the Use of Amanita Muscaria

The ingredient, when ingested, is intended to have hallucinogenic effects.

3 weeks 5 days ago

Pilot Honors Tuskegee Airmen

Plus, Rutter’s donated $800,000 to local charities.

3 weeks 5 days ago

Retailers Offer Freebies and Deals for the Holidays

Sheetz, Kent Kwik and more are getting in the spirit with enticing promotions.

3 weeks 5 days ago

NACS Fights to Stop Corporate Transparency Act Requirement

Following a recent Texas court case, NACS filed a brief in support of the act remaining blocked.

3 weeks 6 days ago

ChargePoint and GM Launch EV Infrastructure Plan

The companies are aiming to open ‘hundreds’ of ultra-fast chargers by the end of 2025.

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