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Protein-packed brands and Aldi’s private labels lead growth in CPG

 By Bill Wilson on Jan. 21, 2026

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

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Sheetz rewards loyal customers with free ‘canny pack’ cooler

 By Hannah Hammond on Jan. 20, 2026

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

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Core-Mark announces its 2026 regional expo schedule

By CSP Staff on Jan. 08, 2026

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

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Alltown Fresh gets in the merchandise game

By Chuck Ulie on Jan. 08, 2026

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

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Several states roll out SNAP restrictions on candy and sugary drinks

By Bill Wilson on Jan. 05, 2026

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

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CSP names 2026 Category Manager of the Year finalists

By CSP Staff on Dec. 18, 2025

Vote through Jan. 12 to choose the best leaders in behind the counter, center store, foodservice, technology and more

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7-Eleven, Stewart’s Shops and Kwik Trip offer holiday merchandise

By Diane Adam on Dec. 15, 2025

Items include festive sweaters, retro neckties, store replica and more

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Holiday-themed replica convenience store, toy truck among new merchandise at Stewart’s Shops

By Chuck Ulie on Dec. 03, 2025

Company marks third anniversary of its online shop

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Most Americans blame Trump for high food prices

By Bill Wilson on Nov. 25, 2025

Joint Economic Committee report shows average U.S. household has spent $700 more this year

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US Foods, Performance Food Group call off merger talks

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 24, 2025

Companies terminated an information-sharing process that could have created the country’s largest broadline distributor for restaurants, convenience stores

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