consumer trends

General Merchandise/HBC

Perceptions of Industry Honesty, Trustworthiness Drop

Many want to see more regulation of oil, tobacco, other companies: Harris Poll

Technology/Services

Valleyview Shell Rocks Restroom Ranking (Slideshow)

Cintas names Alberta station's facilities the best in Canada for 2013

Retailer targets Gen Y gift-givers, recipients with pop culture, gadgets, games, gift cards

But changes in hours, promotional strategy coming, while Mason expresses regrets

Deal brings on-the-go movies, TV to travelers in Southeast

Travel stops offer shopping convenience, variety for professional drivers

IRI sees opportunity for private label, national brand marketers to combine strengths

Consumers to increase their holiday shopping at convenience stores

Also announces departure of Redbox president

Most believe gasoline prices will continue to rise

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