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CSP digs deep into year-end sales data to provide an exclusive look at which product categories are exceeding expectations and which struggled during a year that may have set the tone for the future of convenience retailing.

CSP honors eight category managers who keep their product offers on the cutting edge while maintaining the tried and true elements of a set to achieve that balance of brands, flavors and SKUs that drive the most sales in a respective product category.

Retail trends in packaged beverages

Electric vehicles—and charging locations—have taken the lead in alternative fuels, but how the forecourt will shake out is far from decided

As breakfast sales in convenience stores scramble back onto their throne, their crown has slipped a bit

Violent crime at U.S. convenience stores has doubled over the past five years, growing to more than 22,000 incidents a year and representing 3% of the nation’s total violent crimes. They’re also unavoidable. CSP talks to consultants and retailers to provide insight into keeping employees safe and reacting when an incident does occur.

Get to know 20 retailers who are setting strong examples in hiring and retention strategies

Amid the dazzling lights of Las Vegas, CSP awarded Ken Parent, senior advisor and past president of Pilot Co., its Retail Leader of the Year (RLOY) award for 2022. Guests and industry insiders gathered for cocktails and dinner at the Bellagio Hotel on Oct. 2 to celebrate Parent and Pilot. Congratulations, Ken!

Convenience retailers to struggle with labor, the economy and store traffic

Disruption has become a constant reality for the supply chain, keeping distributors and retailers on their toes to keep shelves stocked. CSP looks at the State of Distribution in convenience stores and our second-annual list of the largest distributors in the c-store space.

10 convenience-store chains that have set themselves apart through cleanliness, customer service and attention to detail

Convenience-store leaders gathered in August in Asheville, N.C., for CSP’s Outlook Leadership Conference for three days of insights and sharing. During general sessions, innovation forums, events, networking and more, attendees took part in discussions and shared ideas and tips about the economy, gasoline prices, hiring and much more. Here’s a look at some highlights from the event.

The NACS Show returns to Las Vegas after a four-year gap. Here is CSP's guide to events, education, trends and things to do while in Sin City.