Florence, S.C. Hospitality Tax PassedThe 2 percent tax to affect retailers serving prepared food and beverages. Credit Card Companies Diversify Payment MethodsIssuers and banks seek new business through innovative shapes, sizes and applications. No Fluff New York softens stance on marshmallow taxes. Bottled Water Price War Nearing Companies lowering prices across multiple retail channels to attract new customers. Background and Methodology Questionnaires were mailed to retailers in the convenience store channel and manufacturers in food, beverages and non-foods. Bursting the Bubble Soft drink sales remain flat while other cooler categories elbow for more space. Retailer Honoree 7-Eleven leads the way. Supplier Honorees AB, Pepsi, Philip Morris among winners. Indiana Scrutinizes Alcohol Sales at Convenience Stores Loose definition of 'grocery store' means a variety of retail channels can sell beer and wine. The 7-Eleventh Day of Christmas Industry giant loading lots of toys, goodies on sleigh First Previous 594 595 596 597 598 Next Last