Consumers purchasing fuel more frequently: U.S. studyA quarter of U.S. consumers surveyed said they buy fuel at a c-stores exclusively. Unemployment rate holds steady at 5% for fifth monthEmployment rose by 41,000 jobs in April, but with all the gains made in part-time work. Food prices show signs of slowing: Study Technomic’s latest foodservice findings explore consumer behaviour and operator data across 26 countries. Economy grew at an annualized rate of 2.5% in Q1, StatCan estimates The February figure came in lower than expected as wholesale and retail trade as well as manufacturing all contracted. Kellogg Canada releases retro cereal boxes Frosted Flakes, Froot Loops, Rice Krispies and Corn Flakes available in nostalgic packaging for a limited time. How loyalty programs can deliver the savings shoppers want: Report Global survey by Eagle Eye shows most consumers want value from their loyalty programs. New Canadians = new consumers With the right products, a growing ethnic population represents a valuable opportunity for c-stores. Canadians worried that inflation will impact their holiday shopping this year: Numerator survey With Canada Day around the corner, over two-thirds (71%) of shoppers plan to buy holiday items like food and gifts on sale this year. Canadian consumers pull back on spending amid high prices, interest rates: Experts Retail sales slipped 0.2% to $66.3 billion in February. Product of the Year Canada accepting entries for 2024 Enter Product of the Year Canada and take advantage of the early bird offer. Early bird deadline: June 30, 2023. First Previous 28 29 30 31 32 Next Last
