Casey's to Retire CEFCO Brand After Acquisition
Convenience store chain Casey’s is phasing out the CEFCO brand following its acquisition of Fikes Wholesale, Inc. in early 2026 for $1.145 billion. The company has been gradually remodeling and rebranding all 198 former CEFCO stores under the Casey's name as part of a broader industry trend toward consolidation among convenience store operators. Casey’s CEO Darren Rebelez highlighted strong performance from remodeled CEFCO locations during an earnings call, noting a 30% increase in average PFMDB (per fuel motorist dollar spent) post-remodel. Despite the ongoing rebranding efforts, Casey's remains on track to open approximately 120 new stores this fiscal year. The convenience store sector has seen increased M&A activity as smaller operators struggle with rising costs and competition from larger chains like 7-Eleven and Couche-Tard.
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Topics: acquisitions convenience stores rebranding retail consolidation