The Kalibrate news round-up: November 2025
Convenience forecasted to grow at 3.37% CAGR
Finance Industry Today project that urbanization and lifestyle changes globally will result in a 3.37% compound annual growth rate for convenience, valuing the industry at $2,284 billion by 2035.
EG America expands Krispy Krunchy Chicken rollout
EG America plans to launch Krispy Krunchy Chicken’s hot foods concept at about 150 of its convenience stores by the end of 2026.
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com makes moves in Europe in a bid to rival Amazon
On Nov 12, 2025 the Chinese ecommerce giant announced a €2.2 billion takeover bid for Ceconomy, owner of nearly 1,000 stores (MediaMarkt & Saturn) across Germany, Spain and Italy.
Chandra Asri Pacific secures financing to acquire ExxonMobil’s Esso-branded fuel station network in Singapore:
Indonesian conglomerate, Chandra Asri Pacific is expanding its downstream fuel-and-retail footprint with a $750M investment to buy nearly 60 fuel stations in Singapore with supply agreements from ExxonMobil.
Ross Stores meets FY growth target with 40 store openings since September
Ross Stores has achieved its full-year expansion goal, opening 40 new locations across the U.S. since September. The retailer continues to prioritize off-price value amid shifting consumer trends, bringing its total store count to over 2,100.
Irish brand, Primark, continues its expansion in the US
Primark ,the affordable clothing retail continues to expand in the US opening it’s third Texas store on Nov 15, 2025 at Katy Mills mall, Houston. Bringing the US store count to 33 with 18 additional stores expected to be added soon.
Australia’s Brooki Bakehouse secures US$25 m UAE investment for global expansion
On 13 Nov 2025 the viral Australian dessert brand announced a substantial Middle East-backed investment to launch its flagship in Dubai and expand with further international openings in 2026.
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