Retail Sales See Largest Increase Since AprilCommerce Department data finds that retail sales rose a seasonally adjusted 0.5 percent in July. Number of U.S. Restaurants DeclinesIndependent restaurant closings account for nearly all of the loss, NPD Group data reveals. Trips Down, but Spending Up at C-stores in Q2 Gas prices deflate consumer traffic to convenience channel, according to NPD research. Job Prospects Brighten Consumer Outlook After taking a beating in recent months, consumer confidence rises in July due to optimism on the job front. Consumers Show Increased Interest in Portion Control NPD study looks at healthy eating components by generation; Gen X particularly looks for smaller portions. Hispanic Consumers Want Authentic Menu Items and Family Dining Options Technomic report explores the foodservice attitudes and usage of this important group. Consumer Confidence on Shaky Ground Lack of jobs, unstable stock markets are having a negative impact on consumer sentiment. Tedeschi Boosts Number of Remodeled Stores to 26 Company plans to upgrade all locations to have an assortment of fresh, healthier foods. Kum & Go Surveying Consumers on Their Ideal Store Participating customers have the chance to win a $500 Kum & Go gift card. New Study Crowns Burgers King of Fast Food A survey by Technomic Inc. finds that half of consumers eat a burger per week. First Previous 116 117 118 119 120 Next Last