The Kalibrate news round-up: July 2025

In this monthly feature, we look across the industry and mainstream news to uncover stories of note that we think are worth your attention.

July 30, 2025|1 minute

What can QSR learn from fuel retail?

Kalibrate’s Simon Martin writes for Global Convenience Store Focus on the relationship between food and food. This blog explores what tactics and strategies QSR operators can take from fuel retailers.

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Tractor Supply Plans 100 new stores, forecasts strong net sales increase for FY 2025

Celebrating a positive Q2, Tractor Supply reaffirmed its fiscal guidance for the remainder of FY 2025 and revealed that it plans to open 100 new stores next year.

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Kwik Trip to begin extensive remodels at 17 c-stores this fall

The projects, which will add space to existing locations in Wisconsin and Minnesota, are expected to be complete mid-summer 2026.

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PopUp Bagels bakes up 300-unit franchise pipeline

The company, which started in the founder’s backyard as a “pandemic side hustle,” expects to reach 100 locations by the end of 2027. It plans to operate in 10 states: Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, California and Maine.

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