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By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 28, 2025

The Bottom Line: There has never been a purchase of a restaurant chain the size of the sandwich brand Potbelly by a convenience-store chain. History suggests it could be a difficult road.

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Foodservice

Wondering about Wonder

By Joe Guszkowski and Rachel Gignac on Sep. 09, 2025

Marc Lore's food startup is combining c-stores, restaurants, meal kits and delivery into a single "mealtime platform." Can it be greater than the sum of its parts?

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Technology/Services

Most 7-Eleven rewards members use self-checkout but few use it every time

By Rachel Gignac on Jun. 26, 2025

Faster transactions, shorter lines and ease of use drive interest, age-restricted items and technical issues still pose barriers

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Mergers & Acquisitions

How convenience stores can survive a buyout

By Angel Abcede on Jun. 17, 2025

Steve Morris shares how he endured multiple buyouts over his many years in the convenience business

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Beverages

The Beverage Business Is About to Get More Competitive

By Jonathan Maze on May 14, 2025

A growing number of restaurant chains are expanding in the U.S. with a wider array of more innovative beverages than ever. And now McDonald's and Taco Bell are coming. Is there enough demand?

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Meet Sizl, the Chicago Ghost Kitchen that Wants to Replace Groceries

By Joe Guszkowski on May 08, 2025

The 2-unit outfit wants customers to order its food every day. It's betting that an ever-changing menu and a gamified loyalty app will keep them coming back

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