Definition
This industry is part of the Retail Trade Sector in the US. Operators in this industry retail a general line of basic grocery products including cigarettes, candy, beer, general merchandise and snacks. These goods are purchased from domestic manufacturers and wholesalers. Operators then retail these goods, through their store, to the general public. The majority of goods supplied by this industry are purchased by consumers for private use. It is important to note that those retailers who operate primarily as supermarket and grocery stores or gasoline stations with convenience stores are excluded from this industry. Supermarket and other grocery stores are those retailers which offer a broad range of food and grocery items. These stores are considerably larger in size than convenience stores and their product range is extensive. Operators of gasoline stations with convenience stores are also excluded from this industry. These operators primarily provide gasoline and hence, convenience store operations are a secondary business activity. NAICS definition: This industry comprises establishments generally known as convenience store or food marts (except those with fuel pumps) primarily engaged in retailing a limited line of goods that usually include milk, bread, soda and snacks.

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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.