Majority of Consumers Prefer Lower Prices Over a Convenient ExperienceTwenty-two percent of Americans say they are struggling to cover day-to-day expenses. Consumers Turn to C-stores to Discover New Products & BrandsThey rely on c-stores to satisfy their sweet tooth and quench their thirst with candy and beverage purchases. Six Trends Shaping Food & Beverage Consumption Income bifurcation, a return to convenience and other factors are molding daily eating patterns. Snacks & Beverages Among Fast-Growing Categories Despite Inflation NielsenIQ: Snacking category growth outpaces global average FMCG growth. Three Trends Are Disrupting C-store Shopping Behaviors Retailers should embrace rapid, continuous innovation in response to evolving consumer habits. Contactless Convenience C-store shoppers are growing fonder of contactless shopping options. Inflation Fails to Dampen Year-Over-Year Retail Sales Consumers continue to spend but they are cautious, according to the National Retail Federation. Keeping Customers Close Convenience store loyalty programs are expanding and enhancing. A Tasty Option Convenience store foodservice is grabbing the attention of more consumers. Three in Four Consumers View C-store Jobs Through Favorable Lens According to NACS, customers who regularly visit convenience stores and interact with employees gave the highest ratings. First Previous 20 21 22 23 24 Next Last
