Zachary Russell
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- 7/20/2025
Survey: Consumers eye buy now, pay later options in face of tariffs
The use of buy now, pay later services is expected to rise if and when tariffs impact prices. - 7/20/2025
Cava opens debut location in Michigan with more in the works
A growing Mediterranean fast-casual chain has opened its doors in Michigan. - 7/20/2025
Barnes & Noble opens three new stores — here’s where
Barnes & Noble is furthering its expansion as the brick-and-mortar bookstore resurgence continues. - 7/17/2025
Survey: AI usage among small businesses up 41%
Artificial intelligence adoption among companies with between 10-100 employees is becoming more widespread. - 7/16/2025
Survey: Friends, food key for on-site office workers
Social engagement – as well as perks – are key for employees being asked to return to the office. - 7/16/2025
Tailored Brands CFO departs to join Saks Global C-suite
Saks Global has tapped a new finance chief. - 7/16/2025
Little Caesars signs largest Canadian franchise deal yet
One of the world’s largest pizza chains is set to expand in Canada’s northeast region. - 7/16/2025
Smoothie King adds more new store commitments to its pipeline
Just one week after announcing a new private equity investment, Smoothie King has announced a slate of new additions to its development pipeline. - 7/15/2025
Numerator: Gen Z, millennials increasing private label spend
Younger consumers – who are often more financially challenged – are continuing to gravitate towards private label brands. - 7/15/2025
Peter Piper Pizza debuts AI-powered voice ordering agent
A regional pizza chain is deploying artificial intelligence to assist guests placing orders by phone. - 7/15/2025
Placer.ai: Aldi, Trader Joe's, Lidl store visits outperforming wider grocery segment
So far this year, three grocers are outpacing the broader category when it comes to store visits. - 7/15/2025
Olive Garden to 'significantly expand' across Canada
Olive Garden will soon be expanding north of the border.
