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Loyalty Programs Drive Higher Rings in Convenience Channel
Paytronix: C-stores see higher visit frequency and check size increases than quick- and full-service restaurants.
Halloween Spending Projected to Surpass $12B
NRF estimates candy spending will reach $3.6 billion, up from $3.1 billion in 2023.

Fuels
AAA: Relief at the Pump Could Be Coming
The national average increased by 11 cents since last week to $3.82.
Foodservice
Foodservice Customers Increasingly Dine Out on Deals
Lingering inflationary concerns may be driving consumers to seek out bargains.
Tobacco
Backbar Shifts Reflect Continued Pressures on the Tobacco Consumer
Convenience retailers remain cautious as several factors weigh on the category.
Fuels
Gas Prices Rise as Summer Temperatures Heat Up
A combination of tighter supplies and higher oil prices contributed to a recent price spike.
Beverages
C-store Operators Are Optimistic Beverage Sales Will Continue Upward Trend
However, the hard seltzer category is taking a hit, according to the latest "Beverage Bytes" survey.
Foodservice
SNAP Households Cut Back on Food & Discretionary Spending
This is a result of COVID-19 relief benefits ending in March.
Beverages
Private Label Sales Continue Upward Trends
The beverage category experienced the largest store brand dollar sales gain over the past 52 weeks.
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NRF: Despite Headwinds, U.S. Economy Moving in Right Direction
Recently revised data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals the economy's underlying strength.
Beverages
New Data Finds Same-Store Sales Continue to Increase Year Over Year
Purchases of beverages, tobacco, candy and snacks contributed to higher basket rings.
Other Merchandise & Services
Sustainability Grows in Importance Among Factors Driving Purchase Decisions
The most prevalent sustainable claim on consumer food and beverage products is "recyclable."
Fuels
Fourth of July Travelers Estimated to Hit Record Numbers
With fuel prices holding steady, AAA expects 43.2 million people to hit the road over Independence Day weekend.
Beverages
Food & Beverage Spending Drive Retail Sales Revenue
Edible consumer packaged goods drove much of the sales growth in May.

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