AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoConvenience Retail Deal: 7-Eleven is bringing back Bring Your Own Cup Day, letting customers fill almost any container that fits a 10-inch cutout with Slurpees for under $2. Retail & Local Sourcing: Ontario’s LCBO launches “We’re All In on Ontario,” spotlighting 4,600 Ontario-made beverages with bigger displays, tastings, and staff recommendations amid U.S. trade tensions. Fast-Food Value & Labor: In-N-Out says store managers earn $200K+ annually, as the chain leans on workforce investment. National Cheeseburger Day: Major chains roll out app-linked freebies and discounts, including McDonald’s free Double Cheeseburger with purchase and Wendy’s Dave’s Single for $1.99. Foodservice Expansion: H Mart plans a new Sugar Land, Texas store with a 10-brand food hall, though opening has been delayed. Restaurant Industry Pressure: Wendy’s franchise operator Meritage Hospitality files Chapter 11, citing sales slump and higher costs. Food & Drink Innovation: Nutriventia closes a strategic growth investment to expand clinically backed ingredient portfolio and scale its delivery platform. Community Food Events: The Wedge Portland cheese festival returns Sept. 26 with samples and optional alcohol add-ons.
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