American convenience-store chain, subsidiary of Seven-Eleven Japan and Seven & I Holdings
Independent reports Lidl’s SilverCrest ice cream maker costs £69.99 and competes with Ninja and Cuisinart. Aldi matches price with Ambiano; both launch on July 16. TechCrunch reviews Ninja Slushi Twist, a dual-chamber machine at $399.99. Both outlets position budget options as accessible alternatives in a crowded market.
7-Eleven's North American operator has announced plans to close 645 stores in 2026, surpassing the 205 openings forecast. The closures include conversions to wholesale fuel stores, as the company shifts focus toward food and delivery services amid economic pressures and changing consumer habits.
Nike has reorganized its operations and tech teams as part of a broader turnaround, moving resources to Beaverton and Bengaluru and cutting about 1,400 roles. The company is focusing on core sports, faster product development, and a tighter supply chain, while facing ongoing pressure on sales, especially in Asia. The changes come after prior rounds of layoffs and a shift back toward performance-led footwear and apparel.
Suzuki has died at age 93 from heart failure at his Tokyo home, according to Seven-Eleven operator Seven & i Holdings. He helped bring 7-Eleven to Japan and led 7-Eleven Japan for four decades, overseeing a shift from a single store to tens of thousands of locations and pioneering in-store banking and other services.
A growing class-action suit accuses major gas retailers of using Kalibrate's AI pricing to coordinate higher gas prices across more than 1,700 California stations. The suit cites six-cent average increases, up to 30 cents in dense Kalibrate usage areas, and potential billions in annual driver costs.
Business Insider UK reports Feastables, the Feastables candy line from MrBeast’s Beast Industries, has slowed growth in the US. 2025 volumes rose 13% year-on-year, down from 33% in 2024, with total 2024–2026 sales in the mid‑millions. The deck links 2024 net revenue of $215 million and a forecast of $375 million for 2025, with 2026 momentum tied to holiday editions and new product categories. Experts note significant distribution and marketing effort, but warn long-term sustainability may hinge on retained consumer repurchase.