Multiple Reports Show Consumer Confidence RisingSpending levels at retail, though, are still playing catch up. Coming Soon: A Gallon of Gas for $3National average expected to drop below $3.25 sometime in Q4. More Consumers Opt to Dine Alone NPD report points to rise in single-person households. Getting to Know Tobacco’s New Breed Vapers are becoming a more important c-store customer. CSNews 2014 Industry Report Study The convenience store industry hit some rough patches last year, with total sales and motor fuel revenue slightly down. Gas Prices Fell All But One Day in July AAA credits record-high refinery production and adequate supply. Gen Z Is the Foodservice Customer of Tomorrow Technomic report finds younger consumers prioritize speed. Restaurant Traffic Remains in the Doldrums Breakfast visits and fast-casual segment provide silver lining. Craft Beer Drinkers Value Style & Substance Mintel estimates craft beer sales will hit $20B this year. C-stores Still Bullish on Foodservice More than three-quarters of retailers expect their sales to grow this year. First Previous 198 199 200 201 202 Next Last