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Half of c-store operators expect to see little change in the category this year.

C-store retailers expect increased variety and healthier products to drive growth this year.

More c-store retailers expect the category’s performance to be status quo than to improve.

C-store operators say consumer demand for healthy or functional beverages is on the rise.

C-store retailers project the category will see net sales growth of around 2 percent.

C-store retailers express concern over increased regulation and taxes.

C-store retailers are enthusiastic about the category’s potential this year. 

Less than half of c-store retailers expect their average gallons sold per store to increase this year.