Foodservice in the c-store industry is evolving at a rapid pace, and consumer perception is following suit. In 2026, the convenience store customer is increasingly seeking fresh, restaurant-quality foodservice options with value as the main selling point. Understanding this growing customer base, however, is imperative for retailers looking to boost in-store sales and build loyalty.
Datassential’s C-Store Quarterly Tracker taps into the pulse of the c-store foodservice industry using monthly survey data. Explore a range of macro factors including consumer financial health, spending confidence, price sensitivity and saving strategies.
On the operator side, get a glimpse of the convenience store landscape, as well as operators’ traffic and sales expectations, business priorities and profitability strategies.
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