C-store sales rise thanks to a new focus on healthy food and drinks
- Revenue at convenience stores grew during the first six months of 2018, according to the National Association of Convenience Stores. Retailers said expanded selections of healthy snack and drink options were a primary sales driver.
- More than three in four (79%) convenience retailers said in-store sales increased over the first six months of 2018 compared to the same time last year. Only 7% of retailers said that in-store sales declined.
- The alternative snacks category, driven by protein and energy-rich items, is one of the fastest growing categories in the convenience retailing industry, per the NACS State of the Industry Report of 2017 Data.
