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Rutter’s regains title in CSP’s 2026 Mystery Shop audit

 By Chuck Ulie on Aug. 05, 2026

Nouria comes in second, while ExtraMile finishes third

Foodservice

Strategic promotions can encourage convenience-store customers to buy other products—and come back more often

 By Chuck Ulie on Aug. 04, 2026

Consultant Liza Salaria of W. Capra talks about crafting promotions with purpose

Foodservice

How to craft promotions with purpose

By Chuck Ulie on Jul. 07, 2026

Liza Salaria of W. Capra also says convenience retailers need to get creative on how to create new daypart missions

Company News

Economist provides insights for c-store retailers navigating uncertainty

By CSP Staff on Jun. 30, 2026

Arjun Chakravarti of Cogknition Analytics discusses consumer spending patterns, labor market dynamics, tariffs and more

General Merchandise/HBC

Center store needs ‘both the spreadsheet and the store walk’ to succeed

By Diane Adam on Jun. 24, 2026

Pairing data and context helps convenience stores make smarter decisions, according to Weigel's Rebecca Gregory

Snacks & Candy

C-store traffic drops as inflation-weary shoppers cut back on visits

By Diane Adam on Jun. 23, 2026

Shoppers are consolidating trips to maximize value, says Chris Costagli of NIQ

General Merchandise/HBC

CSP's Center Store Forum opens with focus on consumer spending amid economic uncertainty

By Diane Adam on Jun. 22, 2026

3-day event featuring convenience retailers, suppliers and other industry experts runs through Wednesday in Lombard, Illinois

Foodservice

How convenience stores can find their signature offering

By Chuck Ulie on Jun. 12, 2026

Value is no longer just about price, but it still matters, Supper Co.’s Kyle Drenon says at CSP’s Foodservice Forum

Foodservice

C-stores should target higher-income consumers, Circana analyst says

By Chuck Ulie on Jun. 11, 2026

Growth in the restaurant landscape is from those earning more than $100,000 in household income, David Portalatin says at CSP’s Foodservice Forum

Foodservice

‘Having a good cup of coffee can make a huge difference when it comes down to loyalty’

By Chuck Ulie on Jun. 09, 2026

Yannis Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Specialty Coffee Association, discusses how coffee is very personal for consumers, the association’s mission, consumption trends and more

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