Category Management

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Smoking Out the Illegal Vape Industry

How can convenience compete with vape shops when only one side plays by the rules?

Smoking Out the Illegal Vape Industry

July 2025

Sweets Stay Steady

Despite inflationary headwinds, the candy category still provides attractive margins and basket-building opportunities.

Sweets Stay Steady

June 2025

Are Cigarettes Losing Their Grip?

In a challenged tobacco market, will cigarettes lose their top in-store spot?

Are Cigarettes Losing Their Grip?

December 2025

Luring Customers to the Forecourt

From firewood and bait to bottled water and windshield wash, smart retailers use the fuel pad to extend merchandising space.

Luring Customers to the Forecourt

May 2025

Sipping Smarter: Functional Beverages Are in the Spotlight

Consumers are gravitating towards ingredients that support health and brain function. 

Sipping Smarter: Functional Beverages Are in the Spotlight

August 2025

Raise a Can to Spirits

Convenient RTDs and flavor-forward brands are driving shopper demand for spirits—and c-stores are meeting the moment.

Raise a Can to Spirits

August 2025

A Seed of Opportunity

Intoxicating hemp beverages could represent a huge market for convenience—if it’s not locked out.

A Seed of Opportunity

August 2025

Putting the Energy Back in Energy Drinks

Energy beverages see sales booming and new brands entering the market—as usual. 

Putting the Energy Back in Energy Drinks

August 2025

Ahead of the Curve

Monster Energy continues to drive growth in the energy category.

Ahead of the Curve

October 2025

The Next Evolution of Nicotine

What’s next for the nicotine pouch? According to JOEY™, it’s long-lasting flavor.

The Next Evolution of Nicotine

October 2025

Maximizing Opportunities Around New Product Launches

C-stores can play a critical role in the introduction of CPG products thanks to impulse purchasing and destination shopping.

Maximizing Opportunities Around New Product Launches

October 2025