Our Q3 2025 Channel Spotlight explores how the UK convenience market performed over the summer period, as health and freshness considerations continued to influence shopper behaviour. Planned top-ups strengthened, particularly among young families, while value remained front of mind with price-marked packs reaching record participation across forecourts.
What you’ll learn:
- Healthier choices gained momentum, with pure fruit juices, nuts and dried fruit driving share growth.
- Planned top-ups increased, supported by proximity to home and work.
- Over half of shoppers purchased a price-marked pack, with forecourts hitting record levels.
- Soft drinks led category growth, boosted by protein-based and functional beverages.