Easing Inflation's Impact on Backbar CustomersConvenience retailers need to strategize to meet the needs of price-conscious nicotine users. Exclusive Offers Boost Brand Loyalty SheerID: Seventy-one percent of consumers are more loyal to a brand that offers them an exclusive deal. CSN EXCLUSIVE: How Hostess Brands Stays Aligned With Changing Consumer Needs The manufacturer harnesses a powerful consumer dataset when developing new innovation for the convenience channel. Majority of EV Drivers Cite Safe Location as Top Priority Nearly 80% say they would go out of their way to find a safer public charging location. Philip Morris International Invests in U.S. Alternative Tobacco Market Construction of a new manufacturing facility will be funded through a $600 million investment doled out over two years. Convenience Store News Weekend Digest: August 4, 2024 A snapshot of the top headlines of the week. Retail Sales Hold Steady Year Over Year Though consumers still prioritize needs-based spending, discretionary merchandise purchases grew 1% in June. Convenience Store News Weekend Digest: July 28, 2024 A snapshot of the top headlines of the week. Summer Gas Prices Hold Steady Though gasoline demand remains high, lower oil costs may be keeping pump prices relatively stable for now. Gen Z Shopping Decisions Influenced by Creator-Generated Content Twenty-one percent of the cohort trust influencers and their recommendations. First Previous 7 8 9 10 11 Next Last