IRI Identifies Top-Performing CPG CompaniesResearch highlights importance of focusing on base business. Led by QSRs, Breakfast Visits Increase at RestaurantsMorning meal purchases increased 3 percent last year, according to NPD Group. Growth of E85 Fuel Moves Beyond the Midwest New Hampshire and Alaska are the only states without any E85 stations. Healthy Items: More Than a Trend C-stores can capitalize by promoting better-for-you choices without sacrificing flavor. Convenience Lags in Digital Connections Only 41 percent of consumers connect with c-stores through website visits, texts, emails or apps. February Gas Prices Make Largest Leap Since Summer Driving Season Winter storms and refinery maintenance likely to delay yearly peak prices until spring. Fast-Casual Continues to Be Foodservice Industry's Bright Spot Segment visits jumped 8 percent in 2013, NPD Group data shows. Convenience Industry Count Grows by 2,000-Plus Stores Single-store operators dominate at 62.8 percent of all convenience stores. Consumer Research Firm Sees Better Year for Restaurants NPD Group predicts 3-percent spending increase in 2014. New IRI Research Examines Impact of Gas Price Fluctuations Convenience stores with pumps average 277 fill-up trips per day. First Previous 106 107 108 Next Last
