Gaubert Oil expands fuels business
Gaubert Oil is doubling down on fuel, expanding its wholesale and retail footprint to strengthen its position in the US market. The move reflects continued confidence in fuel demand and highlights how regional operators are scaling through targeted growth rather than large-scale consolidation.
Huey Magoo’s signs 15-unit Texas deal
Huey Magoo’s is accelerating its US expansion with a 15-unit franchise agreement in Texas. The deal signals continued momentum for emerging QSR brands using franchise partnerships to scale, particularly in high-growth Sunbelt markets.
Jersey Mike’s eyes public markets
Jersey Mike’s is preparing for a potential IPO, bucking the recent trend of restaurant brands going private. The move suggests confidence in its growth trajectory and underscores how strong-performing franchise models can still attract public market interest.
US retail sales remain resilient
Retail sales grew in March, driven by strong consumer spending despite ongoing economic uncertainty. Core categories showed steady performance, reinforcing the resilience of the US consumer and the importance of value, convenience, and experience in driving footfall.
7-Eleven plans over 7,000 store remodels across North America
The remodels will apply 7-Eleven’s “new standard” store design, a larger and more food-focused format first introduced in late 2024. The move follows performance results from the new standard which showed 30% higher customer traffic after one year.
