Foodservice Benefits as Consumer Spending at C-stores StrengthensSpend per transaction rose during the five weeks ended Jan. 3. Despite Pandemic, Nearly Six in 10 C-store Retailers Say In-Store Sales Grew in 2020Nearly half of NACS survey respondents put more emphasis on prepackaged ready-to-eat meals. Lower Gas Demand in 2020 Fuels Lowest Gas Prices in Four Years Prices hit their highest level for the year in January, before COVID-19 led to a reduction in travel. New Research Finds COVID-19 Interruptions Shrunk C-store Foodservice by 13% in 2020 The channel is expected to rebound, but long-term changes likely include staffing needs and prepared food sourcing. Gas Prices Hit Nine-Month High Demand remains low, but crude oil gains lead to price increases at the pump. FoodInsight: Global Game Changers International convenience stores provide innovative ideas to excite shoppers. AAA: Vast Majority of Americans Will Stay Home This Holiday Season Those who do travel will opt for driving as road trips will account for 96 percent of holiday getaways. Study: Omnichannel Amenities Will Staunch C-store Traffic Declines Joint university study also finds that targeting millennials and their children can pay off. Second Wave of Pandemic Isn't Providing Same Boost to C-stores as First Wave Did Although dollars per transaction are higher than the same time last year, consumers aren't spending as much as they did this spring. FoodInsight: Pandemic Pivots Comfort foods have been top-of-mind for consumers during this stressful year. First Previous 36 37 38 39 40 Next Last
