Convenience Stores - US - May 2009
Convenience Stores - US - May 2009

Sales growth in the convenience store industry has cooled off considerably since 2006 as the economic downturn and fluctuations in gasoline prices have impacted gasoline consumption and miles driven by consumers. Unable to count on gasoline sales for continued sales and traffic growth, innovative convenience stores are increasingly turning to foodservice not only as a means of increasing sales and profits, but also as a platform for differentiation and increased ...

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