Consumer Confidence Falls to Five-Month LowDespite lower gas prices, Americans are still worried about lack of jobs and economic growth. Speedway Named Convenience Store Brand of the Year2012 Harris Poll EquiTrend study gives Speedway top scores for quality and purchase consideration; Costco takes retail gas category. Time to Rethink Dayparts The concept of "grazing" may now be more important than the concept of "dayparts" for c-store foodservice. Consumers Say Price Needs to Be Right Before They Shop NPD: Determining the best pricing strategy is an increasing challenge for retailers, manufacturers. Nielsen, Chicago Booth Collaborate on Consumer Research Initiative Academic researchers will gain access to historical consumer panel information. Consumer Sentiment: Confused Competing indices are at odds over what current consumer outlook is. U.S. Consumers Used Less, But Paid More for Gas in 2011 An extra $76 billion was spent on fuel vs. the prior year, according to NPD's Motor Fuels Index. Illinois Bill Would Boost Ethanol Producers House Bill 4700 creates tax credits for varying levels of ethanol-blended flex-fuel. NPD: Morning Eating and Drinking in America Almost half of morning meal occasions consist of just a beverage. Authenticity is Key Ingredient in Ethnic Fare Italian and Mexican are top ethnic cuisines but Middle Eastern food is gaining. First Previous 120 121 122 123 124 Next Last
