Talking Tobacco
The greatest threat to the tobacco category, per respondents, is once again the Food and Drug Administration’s initiative to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars—but it’s up to 44% from 25% last...
Labor Woes
There was a solid drop in retailers who have struggled with hiring in 2023—77% versus last year’s 92%. And retaining employees has improved, with 81% having difficulties this year compared to 90% last...