Select fast-casual restaurants accept EBT paymentA federal program enables some locations of participating fast-casual restaurant chains to accept electronic benefit transfer (EBT) as payment for prepared hot food. Total U.S. c-store sales fall but in-store sales rise — so do costs Convenience stores saw record in-store sales in 2023, driven by strong gains in prepared foods, beverages and other foodservice categories. Retail Technology News: March update Retailers in March focused technology efforts in areas including artificial intelligence (AI) and social media. Store Expansion News: March update Retailers big and small made headlines in March regarding store expansion and new formats. Albertsons streamlines loyalty program Albertsons Companies is making its "for U" shopper loyalty program easier to use. Chewy, Publix, Levi’s among ‘most trustworthy’ brands in America When it comes to gaining consumer trust, some brands do better than others. C-store operator Re-Up deploys robotic chef amid big expansion plans Re-Up, which bills itself as the convenience store of the future, is partnering to deploy autonomous kitchens as it plots ambitious store growth. 7-Eleven International closes $1.71 billion deal 7-Eleven International LLC has expanded its global growth strategy via a big acquisition. C-Suite Moves: March update Welcome to C-Suite Moves, Chain Store Age’s monthly roundup of the top C-suite moves across the retail industry. Retail occupancy levels at five-year high — so are costs Rents and occupancy costs are rising, increasing challenges for retailers, restaurants and other businesses. First Previous 34 35 36 37 38 Next Last
