Upswing in Holiday Traffic Expected at Convenience StoresMore than one in three 18- to 34-year-olds will buy gifts cards at c-stores. Consumer Pessimism Remains Stubbornly HighNACS survey finds South and Northeast consumers are equally "very pessimistic." Consumers Are Receptive to Alternative-Fueled Vehicles More than 60 percent want to see more hybrid-electric cars on the road. Consumer Pessimism Deepens Despite Continued Gas Price Drop Government shutdown is the main factor behind the negative economic view. Consumer Pessimism at Highest Point of the Year Interestingly, change came during a 30-day period when gas prices fell. Gas Prices Continue to Impact Consumers' Economic Outlook Pessimism rises along with gas prices in June, but may drop as Q2 closes. NACS to Congress: Evolve the Renewable Fuel Standard Trade group-commissioned study concludes consumers are unaware of both E15 and E85. C-store Stops Part of Summer Vacationers' Plans Gas, drink and snack purchases are among the top reasons for visits. NACS: Consumer Pessimism Over Gas Prices, Economy Remains High Sixty percent of consumers expect gas prices to rise in the next 30 days. Tesco's "Green" Fresh & Easy U.S. Brand Unveiled Company unwraps a green logo for its U.S. stores; announces plans for "green" solar powered distribution center. First Previous 1 2 3
