Observations from the Executive Suite

Observations from the Executive Suite is written by managing director, Jeff Kramer. It is designed to provide summaries of the latest news and trends impacting the c-store industry and especially those impacting M&A.

Always feel free to comment, or if you have questions on any related subject, please contact Jeff at jeff.kramer@nrc.com or 303-619-0611.

Jeff Kramer

Apr 7, 20252 min read

Tariffs – The Next Challenge

Normally, the Federal Reserve reacts to inflation and unemployment. The President and the Treasury Department should react to the same...

Jeff Kramer

Apr 3, 20253 min read

Another Serious Problem With the Tariff War – Supply Chain Shortages?

Yes, prices will increase from the very large tariff increases as most foreign companies will have little choice unless their countries'...

Jeff Kramer

Mar 21, 20253 min read

Oil Prices and Their Impact on Industry M&A

There are many cross currents today impacting the economy and oil prices that it seemed time to discuss them and their likely impact on...