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Economy: Cleared for Takeoff

Economist David Nelson was clearly feeling bullish during the NACS SOI Summit. In his annual outlook, he built a case for a U.S. economy that was finally in a good place.

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2014: What a Year!

A plunge in oil prices set the stage for record margins as in-store sales soar for convenience stores.

While top-performing convenience stores inevitably require more to run, the profitability of those same stores is exponentially higher than the bottom 25% of operators.

For an industry born nearly 90 years ago, the rapid transformation in the c-store channel underscores a business model built on change. And did we see change in 2014.

Cross-channel brick-and-mortar and online retailers seek to redefine convenience.

IRS seized more than $100,000 over deposit threshold issues

CrossAmerica fuel sales sees boost in gallons sold, rental income

Understanding the pros and cons of EMV POS and gas-pump investment

CEO "excited" about Delek US deal, teases more retail, wholesale initiatives

Offset by 40% boost in gallons sold, merchandise sales increases at MACS, Aloha

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