Research & Data

Top Convenience Stores That Inspire Loyalty Through Their Menus

New report recognizes Buc-ee's, Wawa and Stewart's Shops among the top retailers that see customers coming back for more.

Top Predictions for the CPG Industry in 2020

Integration of in-store and online shopping experience and non-traditional channel growth are prospective outlooks.

Four Key Drivers on the Path to Loyalty

PDI: Consumers look for fuel savings, availability of a mobile app and promotions.

Seven Predictions About the Future of Convenience Retailing

Nielsen: Customization, personalization and experiential are key to the channel.

C-store Operators Move Technology Investments to the Must-Have Column

Industry panel weighs in on the results of the 2019 Convenience Store News Technology Study.

Inside the Consumer Mind: Technology-Powered Shopping

Ironically, c-store shoppers are experiencing new convenience services in other channels.

What’s Hot: Hearty Callouts Connect With Consumers

The latest quick-service LTOs provide a snapshot into the flavors consumers are craving.

New Consumer Research Illustrates the Future Potential Around CBD

Roughly 40% of U.S. adults say they’re willing to explore CBD under the right conditions.

Report: C-stores Face Barriers to Omnichannel & Frictionless Checkout

Retailers cite consistency of offline-online components and budget limitations as factors.

Report: Snacks Are Helping Lead the Future of Food

Mondelēz finds that six in 10 adults worldwide say they prefer to eat many small meals throughout the day.

Grabbing the First-Mover Advantage in CBD & Cannabis

Nielsen: Fast-moving consumer goods retail, like c-stores, expected to play a big part.

Snacks Among Americans' Favorite Things for the Holidays

One-third of consumers purchase snacks as gifts, according to Frito-Lay's U.S. Snack Index.

Inside the Consumer Mind: The Meat of the Matter

Plant-based alternatives are increasingly grabbing consumers’ attention and dollars.

Technology Study 2019: Investing in a Better Business

In this special bonus supplement to the 2019 Convenience Store News Technology Study, we present exclusive data and analysis of how c-store operators are utilizing tech.