Editor's Note: Susser and the Future of MLPs
When Energy Transfer Partners announced its $1.8-billion acquisition of Susser Holdings last month, it was the latest in a resounding story about a financially savvy industry outsider quietly becoming one of the most aggressive downstream and convenience-store companies in the United States.
Opinion: Where’s the Puck Going?
On the surface, in what has been the slowest recovery in history, our channel--convenience stores--appears to be performing pretty well. But that is no surprise: We are a resilient, innovative group that always finds a way to win.
It’s been a tough, long slog, but the U.S. economy is finally moving reliably in the right direction. Several factors, including falling unemployment rates, growth in household income, higher housing starts and vehicle sales, as well as a projected increase in the growth rate of gross domestic product, are all positive signs.