Inflationary Pressures Drive Consumers to Make Purchasing ChangesA new survey finds three-quarters of Americans have changed how they buy food. Consumers Move Toward Smaller Meals & SnackingThey partake in three to four small meals steadily throughout the day from late morning to late afternoon. Charged Up More convenience store customers are considering the switch to an electric vehicle. Consumers Choose to Drink Alcohol Beverages at Home Premium products and experimentation with ready-to-drink cocktails are key to driving growth. Consumers' New Snacking & Drinking Habits Likely to Persist Post-Pandemic Suppliers predict larger candy packages, ready-to-drink cocktails and overall premiumization are long-term trends. Higher Gas Prices Drive Pump-to-Store Conversion Rate Lower Only 22 percent of pay-at-the-pump customers made any in-store purchase during the first quarter of 2022. The Importance of Product Proficiency Fair prices and in-stock supply matter most to c-store shoppers these days. Consumers to Continue In-Home Dinner Trend Through 2024 According to The NPD Group, little or no prep and fast dinner fixes are expected to grow over the next few years. Majority of U.S. Consumers Would Pay More for Sustainable Products Sixty-nine percent say a product's environmental friendliness is important to their purchasing decision. Consumers Want Convenience Throughout Their Shopping Journey New research shows customers want options to avoid lines plus fuel discounts based on loyalty. First Previous 22 23 24 25 26 Next Last
