Statistics Canada reports May retail sales down 1.1% at $69.2 billionFood and beverage retailers had sales drop by 1.2%, led by lower sales at beer, wine and liquor retailers, along with supermarkets. Bank of Canada hoping for better look at 'complicated' inflation pictureThe central bank has so far been dogged by uncertainty tied to the tariff dispute. Japanese owner of 7-Eleven receives another offer to rival Couche-Tard bid Offer comes from a member of the family that helped found the company. Circle K owner makes a play for global convenience store giant 7-Eleven Couche-Tard would become largest convenience store operator in the world if deal is approved. Suncor tracking ahead of its production forecast at mid-point of year Analysts say company on track for a solid second-half-of-the-year performance. Food inflation ticks higher in May for first time in nearly a year Rising food prices are affecting the way Canadians dine out, as people seek value. Bank of Canada cuts key interest rate for first time in more than four years Canada’s annual inflation rate has shown steady decline in recent months. Parkland says lots of buyer interest in its fuel, convenience store locations Locations for sale include ones operated under the Chevron, Ultramar, Pioneer and FasGas brands. Dollarama reports increased profit as it attracts budget-conscious customers Company continues to battle shrinkage. Alimentation Couche-Tard seeing low-income customers cut back on store visits: CEO New habits reflected in the company's salty, confectionary and grocery categories. 1 2 Next Last
