Inflation, supply chain issues and the ongoing labor shortage have c-store retailers and suppliers more pessimistic about this year's business prospects.
The current challenges facing the c-store industry — from inflation to supply chain issues to high gas prices — are impacting key product categories in varied ways.
Although the days of pandemic lockdowns and limited capacity at bars and restaurants are over, Americans still enjoy spending time and socializing at home. And for many, alcoholic beverages are a staple.
