1612 ET - Consumers at convenience stores are moving away from alcohol and toward energy drinks and protein-based or infused drinks or snacks, say JPMorgan analysts. Zero sugar and premium waters are also taking share at the expense of juices and full-sugar sodas. The analysts say that consumers are leaning into "value choices with functional properties," such as energy drinks to replace higher priced coffee. As a result of the change in preferences, convenience stores are giving more shelf space to energy drinks and protein-based products, boosting companies like Celsius and Monster Beverages, which are also releasing new varieties of their energy drinks. (nicholas.miller@wsj.com)

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October 17, 2025 16:12 ET (20:12 GMT)

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