Consumer Interest in Electric Vehicles Begins to WaneHybrids may help bridge the gap between early EV adopters and drivers concerned with charging access. New Product Pacesetters Meet Shifting Consumer Behavior Circana: Beverages dominated product launches in the convenience channel last year. Four Trends Impacting Energy Drinks Innovative products and growing competition offer both challenges and opportunities in the beverage segment. Candy Aisle Poised for Growth Despite Economic Pressures Consumers are still treating themselves but have shifted their behaviors, attendees of the "State of Treating" session at the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo learned. Convenience Retailers Push the Engagement Envelope Among the tips for a successful strategy, Rovertown suggests sending a push notification once per week. U.S. Consumers Continue to Enjoy a Snacking Lifestyle Snackers 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 Driver Seventy-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. First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last
