U.S. Consumers Continue to Enjoy a Snacking LifestyleSnackers are looking for a balance between indulgence and better for you, according to the "State of Snacking" at the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo. Consumers Cite Taste as Top Snack Purchasing DriverSeventy-one percent of shoppers say they decide if they will buy snacks before shopping. Easing Gas Prices to Drive Summer Road Trips GasBuddy: The national average will hold in the mid-$3 per gallon range for much of the summer. Kwik Trip & Royal Farms Take Top Spots Among U.S. Gas Stations USA Today recognized the companies for their customer retail experience and top-tier food offerings. Younger Consumers Show Growing Interest in Culinary Efforts Y-Pulse: More than half of young consumers between 8 years old and 18 years old enjoy preparing a meal for their family. Demand for EV Charging at the Workplace Increases There was a 64% gain in charging sessions at office buildings in 2023. Sponsored C-Stores: From Convenient Stops to Go-To Destinations Competing for Share of Stomach Consumers still perceive c-store food as lagging fast-casual and fast-food restaurants. Research Finds Gender Equity in Advertising Leads to Sales Lift Younger consumers have higher expectations for accurate portrayals of women in advertising. Shifting Consumer Behaviors Blur the Lines Between Snacking & Meals Gen Z has the buying power to have an impact on convenience stores and the snack categories in the years ahead. First Previous 5 6 7 8 9 Next Last
