STORE SPACES

Yesway opens concept store for college kids
Students at a major Southwest university will have a new convenience shopping option this fall.
Construction input prices inch down — except in three categories
The skyrocketing cost of building materials is finally starting to come down.

QuikTrip opens high-tech store with Amazon cashierless technology

One of the nation’s largest convenience retailers is launching a store featuring the Amazon “Just Walk Out” technology platform.
The Future is Electric: What retailers need to know about adding EV charging stations

Despite the tremendous gains made by e-commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic, brick-and-mortar locations remain a critical part of Americans’ shopping habits.
BP expands its ampm convenience store brand to East Coast

There’s a new player moving into the already competitive East Coast convenience store market.
Dillard’s business softens in Q2; to enter a new state

Dillard’s saw its business weaken in the second quarter as consumers began to rein in their spending.
Dutch Bros. on track for 130 new stores in 2022; Q2 revenue jumps

Dutch Bros Inc. isn’t pulling back on its expansion.
Amazon comes home for newest cashierless grocery store

2022 has been a busy year for the Amazon Fresh high-tech grocery store concept.
The Container Store centralizes in-store customer communications

The Container Store is managing all in-store signage, branding, and messaging with one integrated solution.
Ace Hardware continues store, distribution center expansion

Ace Hardware continues to grow its portfolio.
Aisle 24 automates store security with AI

A fully automated, cashierless Canadian grocer is supporting expansion with an advanced in-store security system.
First Look: Conn’s tests in-store shop concept at five Belk locations

Belk has expanded its offerings via a partnership with Conn’s, a specialty retailer of home goods including furniture, appliances and consumer electronics.