Gas Prices Rise as Summer Temperatures Heat UpA combination of tighter supplies and higher oil prices contributed to a recent price spike. C-store Operators Are Optimistic Beverage Sales Will Continue Upward TrendHowever, the hard seltzer category is taking a hit, according to the latest "Beverage Bytes" survey. SNAP Households Cut Back on Food & Discretionary Spending This is a result of COVID-19 relief benefits ending in March. Private Label Sales Continue Upward Trends The beverage category experienced the largest store brand dollar sales gain over the past 52 weeks. 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. New Data Finds Same-Store Sales Continue to Increase Year Over Year Purchases of beverages, tobacco, candy and snacks contributed to higher basket rings. Sustainability Grows in Importance Among Factors Driving Purchase Decisions The most prevalent sustainable claim on consumer food and beverage products is "recyclable." 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. Food & Beverage Spending Drive Retail Sales Revenue Edible consumer packaged goods drove much of the sales growth in May. Beverages Dominate New Product Launches in 2022 Circana: Despite inflationary and supply chain challenges, new products saw $6.8 billion in combined sales. First Previous 16 17 18 19 20 Next Last