Category: Best Picks
AliExpress extends shopping festival to December 3
By Nurul Hassan November 6, 2026
AliExpress extends shopping festival to December 3 with discounts up to 20% on consumer electronics and more.
Retailers Relieved as Smiths News Avoids Extra Carriage Charges
By Nurul Hassan November 2, 2026
Retailers are relieved as Smiths News avoids extra carriage charges starting July 8, 2024, addressing concerns over dual fees.
UK retailers get certified vending machine list
By Nurul Hassan October 31, 2026
UK retailers get certified vending machine list ahead of 2027 scheme launch, confirming compliance with technical specifications.
UK government raises business rate relief threshold to £18,000
By Farah Rahman October 29, 2026
The UK government has raised the business rate relief threshold to £18,000, reducing the financial burden on small shops starting from April 1, 2025.
Bestway boosts support for independent retailers
By Aina Ibrahim October 24, 2026
Bestway boosts support for independent retailers with new territory sales managers, offering tailored assistance and guidance.
Now & Forever buys Yesway’s Midwest stores for $21 million
By Farah Rahman October 17, 2026
Now & Forever acquires Yesway’s 29 Midwest stores for $21 million, expanding its convenience retail footprint beyond Houston.
7-Eleven’s 7Now Delivery Hits $550 Million in Sales
By Nurul Hassan October 16, 2026
7Now delivery reached $550 million in gross sales during the first half of 2026, marking a 15.6% year-over-year increase as 7-Eleven expands its delivery servic
Family Express buys six Indiana Leo’s Market locations
By Farah Rahman October 14, 2026
Family Express acquires six Leo’s Market & Eatery locations in Indiana, keeping the brand’s food products in its stores while expanding its convenience network.
AI Trust in C-Stores Relies on Transparency and Humans
By Nurul Hassan October 6, 2026
Consumer trust in AI for convenience stores hinges on transparency, with 40% of shoppers and 61% of Gen Z identifying it as key, according to PAR Technology's r
Tractor Supply opens high-tech Idaho distribution hub
By Nurul Hassan September 29, 2026
Tractor Supply Company unveils its 11th high-tech distribution hub in Idaho, serving 123 stores and creating 500 jobs to optimize retail operations.