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As consumers today work to pay their bills and buy groceries, data shows that mass merchandisers are serving as a go-to channel to stretch their dollars. 

With so many consumers turning to convenience stores for their energy drink purchases, CELSIUS is working with operators to drive success not only for the brand, but the convenience channel.

The Coca-Cola Co. showcased its full portfolio of brands in one booth at this year’s NACS Show, including flavor innovations coming in 2025: Coca-Cola Orange Cream, Sprite + Tea and POWERADE Xtra Sour.

The performance of the convenience store channel is ever-changing, thanks to consumer trends and economic factors.

The Slurpee drink is “an exciting spin on the fan-favorite Coca-Cola Slurpee, combining the classic taste of a crisp and fizzy Coca-Cola with flavorful, OREO sandwich cookie-inspired hints,” the company notes.

Consumers are adapting their shopping strategies to include more flexibility as they attempt to control their grocery spending heading into the fall, according to the latest survey conducted by FMI – The Food Industry Association and The Hartman Group.

Natural and organic retailers anticipate certain consumer trends for the year.

Seattle-based Starbucks announced that Brian Niccol has been appointed chairman and chief executive officer (CEO). Niccol will start in his new role Sept. 9.

7-Eleven Inc., Irving, Texas, is introducing new 7-Select additions to its beverage lineup including a new energy beverage, 7-Select Fusion Energy, and a new premium hydration beverage, 7-Select Rehydrate.