How big is the market? And who shops in c-stores? By Elaine WATSON 13-Jun-2013 - Last updated on 14-Jun-2013 at 12:48 GMT Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email to a friend Today, there are more than 149,000 convenience stores in the US. About two-thirds are independently owned and the rest are part of bigger chains. As for who shops there, the demographic is skewed more towards Millennials, with almost 60% of shoppers under 40. Where are the biggest growth opportunities in the US convenience store sector? C-stores outperformed other retail channels in 2012 showing 1.2% unit sales growth How big is the market? And who shops in c-stores? Tapping into the foodservice opportunity in c-stores What's up? Energy drinks, sports drinks, RTD tea & coffee, and wine And what's down? Bottled water, soda, milk and fresh bread Are c-stores behind the game on health & wellness? Are you giving shoppers a reason to go inside the store if they can pay at the pump? Cigarettes: Where there is smoke, there is profit. But for how much longer? How do rising gas prices affect c-store food and beverage sales? Prev 1 2 3 4 5 … 10 Next
