General Merchandise/HBC

General merchandise and HBC category news for the convenience-store retail industry

General Merchandise/HBC

Convenience stores remain a key destination, GSTV data shows

Survey shows 92% of shoppers browse c-stores for deals and discovery

General Merchandise/HBC

Private-label sales reach $330B, but growth expected to slow

Store brands now account for a 24% unit share

‘Many of our challenges are fixable and within our control,’ CEO says

Move would provide regulatory certainty to grocery and convenience stores

Finalists will compete for potential placement in 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes convenience stores

Products

Numerator’s 2026 Brands to Watch highlights the rise of protein snacks, ready-to-drink alcohol and private-label innovation shaping consumer trends

Retro-styled fanny pack keeps items hot or cold and celebrates Sheetz Freak-tier loyalty members

New stops include Indiana, New Mexico and North Carolina, c-store distributor says

Convenience-store chain launches first branded apparel line via online-only shop

5 states now ban purchases of more than 21,000 items using SNAP benefits, with others expected to follow

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