Research & Data

Driving Fuel Customers Into the Store
PDI Technologies: Having the products customers want is key.
More Americans to Hit the Road for Thanksgiving as Gas Prices Ease
Approximately 41 percent of Americans plan to take a road trip this year, an 8 percent increase from 2022.

Technology
New Survey Sheds Light on Self-Checkout & Theft
Fifteen percent of respondents admit to purposely taking an item while self-scanning.
Fuels
Thanksgiving Travel Forecast Ticks Up From 2022
This year is expected to be the third-highest for holiday travel since 2000.
Technology
Drivers Seek Fast, Seamless C-store Experience
Recent trends reflect a balanced desire for quick and enjoyable c-store visits.
Consumer Insights
Checking Out
C-store shoppers appreciate and embrace various frictionless offerings.
Tobacco
Increased Consumer Pressures Reflect in Backbar Sales
Smokeless nicotine volume growth accelerated while e-cigarette volumes decelerated in the third quarter.
Foodservice
Beverages, Grab & Go Expected to Drive Sales in 2024
Circana: Consumers seek options to address diverse needs and health priorities.
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Technology
Convenience Store News Technology Study 2023: The Basis of a Better Experience
C-store operators are choosing their technology priorities based on what they can do for customers.
Beverages
C-store Beverage Sales Moderate During Q3 2023
Retailers expect the energy drink category to see double-digit growth through 2024.
Candy & Snacks
Two Treats Top Consumers' Choice for Halloween Festivities
A whopping 98 percent of Americans who welcome trick-or-treaters will be handing out chocolate and candy.
Fuels
Gas Prices Decline Despite Unrest in the Middle East
The national average for a gallon of gas fell 12 cents since last week to $3.64.
Candy & Snacks
Candy & Gum Sales Surpass $34B
Convenience stores remains the fastest growing channel, reaching $8.3 billion in sales in the 52 weeks ending Aug. 13.
Technology
Loyalty Programs Drive Higher Rings in Convenience Channel
Paytronix: C-stores see higher visit frequency and check size increases than quick- and full-service restaurants.

Comprehensive research on retailer, consumer and product trends across the convenience and retail industries. Includes exclusive proprietary Convenience Store News research studies.