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Wall Street Journal
3 days ago
- Wall Street Journal
Frozen Drinks at Home?
The Slushi makes slushies, of course, turning drinks of all sorts, from soda to juice to cocktails, into frozen(ish) concoctions. The mechanics are simple. Pour 16 to 64 ounces of your beverage in the top of the vessel, choose from one of five preset programs (slush, spiked slush, frappé, milkshake or frozen juice) and in 15 minutes to an hour, your frozen treat will be ready. The machine looks similar to the frozen drink maker you might see behind a bar, on a smaller scale. There's a metal evaporator at the core, attached to a motor, with a plastic auger that keeps the liquid moving around it as it freezes. All of that is housed in the transparent plastic vessel with a built-in pour spout. I primarily focused on the slush and spiked slush settings in my testing. The output of each was somewhere between the micro-pebbly ice texture of a Slush Puppie and a smooth, airy Slurpee from 7-Eleven, depending on the freeze setting, although it was inconsistent. For example, a cream soda slush was too thick to smoothly dispense at its default setting, but turning down the temperature one notch brought it closer to a liquid than was ideal. Across my tests, the slushes were never totally homogeneous, as there was always some discernible liquid surrounding the frozen beverage. While it didn't make the treat any less tasty, it was noticeable every time, and a little surprising for a premium device. I recently hosted a Fourth of July party where I put the Slushi to the test. I started with a frozen Negroni recipe I found on YouTube, made with the standard gin, Campari and sweet vermouth, plus orange juice and grapefruit juice to cut down the alcohol percentage and increase the sugar content. After an hour of roaring and whining, the mixture was still liquid, suggesting the alcohol content was too high to properly freeze. I added some more juice and within about half an hour had a delicious, and, just as importantly, frozen slushie. It was gone almost as quickly. Ninja includes a manual with a handful of recipes and, more importantly, guidelines for making your own concoctions. Slushes need to have certain sugar and alcohol thresholds to freeze properly, and the instructions can help you figure out the right proportions. Cleanup is relatively easy, especially because the removable components are dishwasher safe. Does anyone actually need this slushie maker at home? Probably not. Will it be the star of the party if you have one? Almost certainly. While it's not perfect, it's hard not to love the Slushi for what it is.
Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Seven & i Risks Becoming Buyout Target Again If Turnaround Fails
Seven & i Holdings Co. remains a buyout target in the eyes of some investors, who say new suitors may emerge unless the operator of 7-Eleven convenience stores turns around its business after fending off Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. 's unsolicited ¥6.77 trillion ($45.8 billion) takeover approach. 'If the stock price drops significantly, there might be a possibility of tender offers or hostile takeovers,' said Takamasa Ikeda, senior portfolio manager at GCI Asset Management Inc., an investor in Japanese stocks.
Wall Street Journal
4 days ago
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Couche-Tard Removes Overhang, Opens Up Options With Scrapped 7-Eleven Deal
OTTAWA—Alimentation Couche-Tard's ATD 7.60%increase; green up pointing triangle decision to drop its $47 billion pursuit of 7-Eleven's parent removes a major overhang for the Canadian convenience store operator, opening the door to a number of moves that should be well received by investors. In the wake of the offer being withdrawn Wednesday, analysts expect a likely first move by Couche-Tard is a resumption of its share buyback program. The development also frees up management to turn more attention to its existing business which is facing some pressure from a weak consumer environment. Small-scale dealmaking that has served Couche-Tard well through its history is also likely in the cards.
CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
‘Good news for the consumers': Retail analyst on Couche-Tard withdrawing ownership bid for 7-Eleven
Watch Retail analyst Doug Stephens on why Couche-Tard withdrawing bid to own 7-Eleven will benefit consumers and the market.
Associated Press
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Speedway Stores' New 'Fill Up' Campaign Reminds Customers that Refueling Isn't Just for Cars
New multi-channel campaign spotlights Speedway as the ultimate roadside reset for on-the-go consumers IRVING, Texas, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- 7-Eleven, Inc. is rolling out a new advertising campaign in support of Speedway® stores. The Speedway 'Fill Up' campaign reminds customers that great pit stops don't just end at the pump – with endless ways to recharge, refresh and be ready to hit the road from right inside the store. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: At the core of the campaign is a simple truth: just as cars need fuel to run, drivers need the right boost to power through their day. From refreshing Big Gulp® drinks to classic Big Bite ® hot dogs, Speedway offers everything customers need to stay energized and ready for what's next. The Speedway 'Fill Up' campaign is currently running in select markets in :30 and :15 second television spots, :30, and :15 second radio spots, out of home marketing, paid social, search and display and streaming audio and video. The spots are also available to view on Speedway's YouTube channel. 'We know our customers are always on the move, and sometimes they just need a moment to reset,' said Marissa Jarratt, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing & Sustainability Officer at 7-Eleven, Inc. 'With 'Fill Up', we're reminding our customers that Speedway is more than a stop to fill your tank – it's a convenient pause where customers can recharge and gear up for whatever is ahead.' In celebration of the campaign launch, Speedy Rewards® members can cool down with a refreshing Big Gulp drink for just $1 at participating Speedway locations nationwide, available for a limited time.* *Valid thru 8/26/25. Price may vary, based on location. Participating stores. While supplies last. See app for full terms. ©2025 7-Eleven, Inc. All rights reserved. About 7-Eleven, Inc. 7-Eleven, Inc. is the premier name in the U.S. convenience-retailing industry. Based in Irving, Texas, 7-Eleven operates, franchises and/or licenses more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. In addition to 7-Eleven® stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. operates and franchises Speedway®, Stripes®, Laredo Taco Company® and Raise the Roost® Chicken and Biscuits locations. Known for its iconic brands such as Slurpee®, Big Bite® and Big Gulp®, 7-Eleven offers customers fresh, high-quality and convenient food options like sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings and mini beef tacos. 7-Eleven also offers customers industry-leading packaged products at an outstanding value with its 7-Select™ private brand. Customers can earn and redeem points on various items in stores nationwide through its 7Rewards® and Speedy Rewards® loyalty programs with more than 100 million members, place an order in the 7NOW® delivery app with real-time tracking and delivery typically in about 30 minutes, or rely on 7-Eleven for other convenient services. Find out more online at CONTACT: 7-Eleven, Inc. Corporate Communications [email protected] View original content: SOURCE 7-Eleven, Inc.
