NBWA releases Beer Purchasers’ Index for February 2020
NBWA recently released February’s Beer Purchasers’ Index (BPI). The BPI, which surveys beer distributors’ purchases, rose in February 2020 compared to the same time last year and it is the highest February reading ever posted during the six years of the survey. Take a look at the numbers across the segments.
7-Eleven is innovating the convenience store experience
7-Eleven is revamping its convenience stores with its Evolution Store concept. Following a successful launch in Texas last year, 7-Eleven is opening more experiential testing grounds where customers can try the retailer’s latest innovations in new store formats.
According to MarketWatch, people throughout the world are spending $4.2 trillion a year on the health and wellness industry. While craft beers have typically been known for their strong flavors, breweries are learning to balance low-carb options for people motivated to have healthier drink options but who still want to enjoy a refreshing beer.
E-commerce growth is leading to an increase in delivery jobs
The increase in online purchasing has led to an explosion in the number of people whose job involves delivery. From January 2018 to January 2020, the number of workers in the “courier and messenger” industry jumped from 690,000 to 850,000, according to recently released data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
