Beverage Demand at C-stores Remains Strong Despite Supply Chain HeadwindsEnergy drink sales led the way in the fourth quarter, according to latest Beverage Bytes report. Demand for Store Brands Declining Among Younger DemographicsConversely, nearly $1 out of every $5 spent by seniors and retirees goes to private brands. Shopper Confusion Hurting Sales in Beyond Beer Category Study finds that only 29 percent of c-store shoppers who engage with these items end up purchasing them. Inflation Begins to Weigh on Tobacco Purchase Decisions Goldman Sachs' Q4 Nicotine Nuggets survey found that retailers and wholesalers expect cigarette volumes to revert to historical declines. Gas Prices Surge With No Signs of Slowing Down Winter weather and geopolitical tensions contribute to rising crude oil prices. Valentine's Day 2022 Expected to Be a Treat for Candy Retailers The period leading up to the holiday is anticipated to top $3.4B in sales. Snack Sales Score Big During Super Bowl Week Refrigerated dips and tortilla chips saw the largest sales increases last year. The Biggest Alcohol Trends of 2022 Will Include Low/No ABV Drinks & Much More Packaged cocktails and beverages with side benefits are among the segments expected to grow. AAA: Continued Tight Oil Supply Will Keep Gas Prices Creeping Higher The average national fuel price reached $3.33, an increase of 2 cents per gallon vs. one week ago. Digital Seniors & Rural Urbanites Are Among the Top 10 Global Consumer Trends for 2022 Euromonitor: Access and action are the driving forces motivating consumer behavior and challenging business strategies. First Previous 24 25 26 27 28 Next Last