Category: Consumer Habits

  • Prepare your convenience store for the Thanksgiving rush! With massive highway congestion expected, this masterclass reveals how to turn extended EV dwell times into pure…

  • Transform fuel-only stops into high-margin destinations this Halloween season. Discover actionable merchandising strategies for convenience store operators, from tapping into the “snackification” trend and low-labor…

  • Fuel margins are shrinking, but five November food holidays offer a real path to bigger baskets. From Sandwich Day to Parfait Day, learn how equipment…

  • National Coffee Day (September 29) is convenience retail’s biggest coffee opportunity. This guide explains why 28% of customers leave stores to buy food elsewhere, how…

  • The 2026 back-to-school season is a $85.42 billion opportunity most convenience store operators are leaving on the table. This post breaks down how to optimize…

  • Learn how to transform your physical retail footprint, leverage high-margin foodservice equipment, and capitalize on September’s key food holidays, from National Gyro Day to National…

  • Last year’s convenience store industry news covered 5 critical trends. Highlighting “Summerween” festivities, the emphasis on customer experience, Casey’s Center naming rights, evolving coffee preferences,…

  • Unlock the “34.1% Rule” for 2026. This ultimate guide for convenience operators explores the “Citrus Celebration” beverage trend, high-margin “One-Bite” snacking synergies, and strategic store…

  • Discover how to transform your convenience store into the ultimate World Cup “Third Place” for 2026. This comprehensive guide covers strategic design, modular equipment, high-margin…

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