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Convenience Store News Industry Report 2020 Deep Dive: Candy & Snacks

Candy and snacks fulfill various need states for consumers — from satisfying a craving, to treating or rewarding themselves, to supporting their emotional wellbeing, to taking part in important holidays and celebrations. In this special “Candy & Snacks Deep Dive” report, a bonus supplement to the Convenience Store News 2020 Industry Report, we present exclusive data and analysis of the candy, salty snacks and alternative snacks categories.

Category Management is Evolving

Myriad shopping options and the blending of the physical and digital shelves make the moderns shopper’s journey more complex than ever before. It’s time to think beyond the category and focus on the total shopper - learn more with this infographic!

Kids Krispy Kritter Treats

Kids Krispy Kritter Treats

The snack line features minimal sugar and is free of the top eight allergens.

Road Ranger Adds Pretzel Bakery to New Arkansas Travel Center

Ben's Soft Pretzels offers Bites and Sticks for on-the-go snacking.

Kum & Go's First-Ever Urban Store Welcomes Customers

The non-fuel location will focus on healthier offerings and sustainability.

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Morning Daypart Trips to C-stores Are at 80% of Prior Year

Consumers have not yet resumed their travel routines, keeping the morning rush slow.

C-store Retailers See Sweet Results From Hershey’s Mobile Customer Insights Center

Collaborative strategies help optimize space to increase sales.

COVID-19 Is Shaping Three Key Confectionery Buying Behaviors

Buyers are experiencing heightened price sensitivity, while desiring moments of comfort and escapism.

Juicy Drop Strawberry Kiwi

Juicy Drop Strawberry Kiwi

The new flavor joins both the Juicy Drop Pop and Juicy Drop Gummies lines.

HighKey Mini Cookies

HighKey Mini Cookies

These keto-friendly cookies are available in three traditional varieties.

HI-CHEW Sweet & Sour Watermelon

HI-CHEW Sweet & Sour Watermelon

The flavor is now offered standalone after emerging as a fan favorite in a combo pack.

STARBURST Swirlers

Starburst Swirlers

The stick-shaped treats come in three flavor mashups.

C-stores See Lift in In-Store Category Performance

Dollar sales increases were experienced across packaged beverages, candy and salty snacks.

How Consumers Shop for Snacks Shifts Amid COVID-19

While e-commerce snack sales are up 44 percent since March 1, buyers still largely prefer in-person shopping.