Alabama Asian American Store Owners Association event will be held on Jan-2017
NACS Daily News
People Cope With Pandemic by Smoking
The drop in cigarette sales halted last year as concerns about e-cigs and lockdowns drove smokers to combustibles.
7-Eleven Tests Robotic Delivery Service in Los Angeles
Serve Robotics’ fleet of autonomous robots makes short-distance deliveries for a $2.99 fee.
FDA Wants a New Regulatory Process for CBD
The pathway aims to balance consumer access and regulatory oversight, according to the agency.
Blarney Castle Oil Co. Acquires Alpena Oil Co.
Alpena operates 14 convenience stores, six full-service grocery stores and a cardlock.
FDA Authorizes 3 Marlboro HeatSticks Products
The new products are comparable to HeatSticks authorized in 2019.
Chipotle to Hire 15,000 Additional Workers
The restaurant chain is highlighting career progression to draw in applicants ahead of ‘burrito season.’
Rutter’s Plans to Open 50 New Locations
The Pennsylvania-based retailer will expand outside its current markets, including adding stores in Delaware and Virginia.
Valentine’s Day Spending Expected to Reach $26 Billion
Consumers are increasing their spend on the romantic holiday this year.
ExxonMobil Opens Texas Chemical Recycling Plant
The facility has processed 15 million pounds of material so far, and similar facilities are on the way.
CPG Makers, Retailers Misalign on Pricing
Nearly half of surveyed manufacturers plan to lift prices this year, yet 90% of retailers expect fewer markups.
Crank Up the Volume on the Convenience Industry
NACS Convenience Matters podcast gives listeners the latest on the industry each week in 25 minutes or less.
8 C-Stores Earn Acclaim for Phenomenal Foodservice
From subs and ice cream to barbecue and lattes, convenience stores feed America.
Small Businesses Fuel Booming Labor Market
Continued hiring challenges may mean more Fed interest rate increases to rein in inflation.
Walmart Raises Starting Pay for U.S. Employees
With workers in short supply, the increase will bring the retailer’s average hourly pay to over $17.50.
FDA Issues MDOs for 2 Menthol Vuse Products
R.J. Reynolds plans to seek a stay of enforcement to challenge the agency’s decision.
Wawa May Venture Into New Store Format
The retailer’s CEO outlined plans for “Wawa on steroids” in its new and existing markets.
Sheetz Lowers DEF Price to 99 Cents a Gallon
The retailer has been offering gas discounts on select products intermittently since last summer.
How to Invest in Your Store Leaders
The NACS Leadership for Success program brings together new and emerging leaders to learn and enhance their leadership skills.
Coca-Cola Launches Simply Mixology Mocktail and Cocktail Mixer
Several intersecting consumer trends, including Dry January, inspired the new beverages.
C-Stores Are Serious Food and Beverage Players
Foodservice at convenience stores directly competes with QSRs, and gas, groceries and more give the c-store channel an edge.