Research & Data

Gas Demand Remains Low Despite Falling Prices
Today's national average of $4.05 is 67 cents less than a month ago.
Consumers Choose to Drink Alcohol Beverages at Home
Premium products and experimentation with ready-to-drink cocktails are key to driving growth.

Corporate & Store Operations
NRF: Economic Data Does Not Support an Imminent Recession
Indicators including employment, retail sales, and income have seen slower growth, but none have contracted.
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Beverages
Convenience Store News Industry Report 2022 Deep Dive: Alcoholic Beverages
Although the days of pandemic lockdowns and limited capacity at bars and restaurants are over, Americans still enjoy spending time and socializing at home. And for many, alcoholic beverages are a staple.
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Foodservice
Convenience Store News Foodservice Study 2022: An Appetizing Opportunity
Convenience store retailers are bullish about investing in foodservice despite rising costs and operational challenges.
Fuels
Gas Prices Continue Uninterrupted Daily Declines
The price of gas has now fallen every day since hitting a record $5.01 on June 14.
Candy & Snacks
Consumers' New Snacking & Drinking Habits Likely to Persist Post-Pandemic
Suppliers predict larger candy packages, ready-to-drink cocktails and overall premiumization are long-term trends.
Tobacco
Tobacco Category Feels the Impact of Inflation in Q2
Higher gas prices are also affecting the core tobacco consumer, according to a recent Goldman Sachs survey.
Small Operator
The State of the Small Operator: Navigating Roadblocks
Despite obstacles, the convenience store industry’s single-store owners and small operators are continuing to invest in bettering their businesses.
Fuels
Higher Gas Prices Drive Pump-to-Store Conversion Rate Lower
Only 22 percent of pay-at-the-pump customers made any in-store purchase during the first quarter of 2022.
Consumer Insights
The Importance of Product Proficiency
Fair prices and in-stock supply matter most to c-store shoppers these days.
Corporate & Store Operations
NRF: Inflation Does Not Damper Retail Sales
Consumers are prioritizing essentials such as food, energy and back-to-school products.
Fuels
Gas Prices Steadily Decline as Demand Remains Low
Lower crude prices also contribute to the falling national average.
Foodservice
Consumers to Continue In-Home Dinner Trend Through 2024
According to The NPD Group, little or no prep and fast dinner fixes are expected to grow over the next few years.

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