Research & Data

Snacks Among the Essentials Consumers Plan to Stockpile This Winter

Top reasons for keeping a stash are concerns over out-of-stocks, reducing exposure to COVID-19 and adding fun to the days at home.

AAA: COVID-19 Drives Lower Thanksgiving Travel Forecast

The organization anticipates at least a 10-percent drop in travel — the largest one-year decrease since the Great Recession in 2008.

Higher C-store Spending Trend Wanes as Pandemic Carries On

Dollar sales slipped year-over-year during the past five weeks.

Gas Demand Positioned to Weaken

Travel restrictions and rolled-back reopenings contribute to cheaper prices at the pump.

The Top 10 Gas Station Brands According to USA Today's 2020 Readers' Choice Awards

La Crosse, Wis.-based Kwik Trip captures the No. 1 spot.

Confectionery Sales Impacts During the Pandemic Have Been Mixed

Around 10 percent of people reduced their candy consumption, pointing to fewer grocery trips as a reason why.

American Eating Patterns See Major Shift During Pandemic

Consumers continue to embrace home-sourced meals and digital ordering, according to annual NPD Group report.

C-store Technology Spending Is Increasing & Evolving

The Convenience Store News Virtual Technology Leadership Series provided analysis and insights based on exclusive research.

One in Four Americans Are Eating More Baked Goods During Pandemic

General Mills: Consumers are turning to indulgent treats that offer familiarity and comfort.

C-store Customers Value Healthy Food, But Most Operators Still Lag Behind in Meeting This Demand

To remain competitive, retailers should offer more options as consumers seek to limit trips.

FoodInsight: Innovation Is Still Key to LTO Success

Despite pandemic, excitement for the latest food and beverage trends has not slowed.

Technology Study 2020: Meeting New Customer Needs

Technology spending is on the rise in the convenience store industry. C-store operators are investing to meet current and future challenges, as the COVID-19 pandemic has sped up implementation of new contactless technology, home delivery and curbside pickup programs.

Consumers' Engagement With Seasonal Confections Impacted by COVID-19

Two in 10 Americans who normally celebrate spring and summer holidays with confectionery gifting did not do so this year.

New Research Finds More Than Half of C-store Retailers Now Offer Last Mile Fulfillment

While third-party platforms are popular, NACS research finds that many operators use staff for delivery.