Inside the Consumer Mind: Fare Expectations C-store foodservice shoppers don’t want to have to sacrifice quality for price. Majority of Consumers Plan to Scare Up a Creative & Safe HalloweenNearly three-quarters say the holiday is more important than ever as Americans look to add some normalcy and joy to what has been an unprecedented time. Consumers Embrace Contactless & Mobile Payments During COVID-19 Pandemic Since January, no-touch payments have increased for 69 percent of retailers surveyed by NRF and Forrester. COVID-19 Causes Consumers to Hit Pause on Health Focus NPD Group: Nearly four in 10 shoppers say having snacks and treats on hand is part of their pantry strategy. COVID-19 Pandemic Taking Toll on Financial & Mental Health of Shoppers More than a third say they are worse off financially now than they were pre-pandemic. Inside the Consumer Mind: What’s In Your Basket? Beer buying drives men to c-stores, while candy buying is a sweet spot for women. FoodInsight: The Next Phase Diners are ready to enjoy the foods they've missed most while at home. AAA Forecasts Americans Will Take Nearly 700M Road Trips This Summer Still, this season will bring the first decline in summer travel since 2009. Consumers Consider Cleanliness Paramount in Their Decision to Return to C-stores Access to hand sanitizer, ways of minimizing contact and clean bathrooms are among their top concerns. Working From Home Greatly Impacts Shopping & Purchasing Behavior Shoppers are buying more local brands and feel bothered about the decrease in product variety. First Previous 37 38 39 40 41 Next Last