Candy companies pitch gum as a stress reliever and concentration aid to revive stale U.S. salesGlobally, gum sales burst during pandemic, but are on the rise again. Higher chocolate prices part of wider trend as climate, other factors disrupt supplyWhat does this mean for the confection business? Alimentation Couche-Tard reports lower earnings due to economic headwinds Company still reported strong fresh food sales and growth in its loyalty program. Health Minister Mark Holland vows to crackdown on nicotine pouches Imperial Tobacco addresses accusations of exploiting a loophole to get Health Canada approval for its oral nicotine pouch. Starbucks joining SkipTheDishes Canadian Starbucks customers can now order Starbucks food and beverages from its more than 600 stores using Skip. DavidsTea bringing “Tea-2-Go” to 1,500 Couche-Tard/Circle K stores in Canada DavidsTea will open full tea bar concept at seven Couche-Tard locations offering hot and iced teas. Flow Beverage evolving brand identity with refreshed packaging Updated brand identity features refreshed packaging with low carbon footprint alongside a new brand platform. Unilever announces job cuts, plans to spin-off ice cream business Some 7,500 jobs will be cut as Unilever looks to focus on sustainable growth and enhanced profitability. Private brands offer a savings hedge for consumers Trends in Canada and the U.S. show shoppers turning to private brands to save money and stretch budgets. CSNC EXCLUSIVE: Making the most of summer Convenience store operators and suppliers coast to coast share tips and timing for getting your c-store ready for the lucrative summer months. First Previous 19 20 21 22 23 Next Last