C-store Beverage Trips Improving, Though Fountain Continues to StruggleFountain coffee is down approximately 40 percent, while bottled java is up 3 percent. C-store Sales Get a Boost During July Fourth HolidayFor the week ended July 5, packaged beverage dollars were up nearly 11 percent year over year. National Gas Demand Holds Steady Over the Last Four Weeks The South and Southeast continue to see the lowest state averages in the country. Hard Seltzer Emerges as the Most Resilient Alcohol Segment in U.S. Hard seltzer drove more than $100 million in retail off-premise dollar sales for the the week ending June 13. Less Social Engagement During Pandemic Takes Toll on Gum Category New metrics show it is the only candy subcategory experiencing a year-over-year sales decrease. AAA: Gas Demand & Supply Continue to Be 'On a Rollercoaster Ride' In the past week, the national gas price average only increased 1 cent to $2.19. EMV Compliance at the Forecourt Still Lagging A Conexxus survey finds that just 15 percent of those in the retail fuel space are ready. Two-Thirds of C-stores Hampered by Legacy Infrastructure During COVID-19 Pandemic Zynstra survey finds that the recent health crisis elevated the role IT plays in the eyes of C-level decision makers. C-stores See Contraction in Trips & Basket Spend Amid Continuing COVID-19 Crisis Packaged beverages climbed significantly during and since stay-at-home orders in April and May, but reversed the final week of June. Gas Demand Reaches Highest Level Since Late March The national average is expected to increase ahead of Fourth of July weekend, but prices will still be 50 cents cheaper than last year's holiday. First Previous 40 41 42 43 44 Next Last
