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May 2026 office visits dipped 1.2% YoY on raw numbers, but rose 3.7% per working day. San Francisco led all major markets in YoY growth; Denver trailed.

Thanksgiving brought a healthy rise in movie theater traffic while still trailing 2024’s exceptional highs. The gap points to a growing reality in the theatrical space: In 2025, audiences show up strongest when franchises – and preferably, multiple franchises at once – lead the way.

Darden is heading into the holiday season with accelerating visit growth across its portfolio. Olive Garden, LongHorn, and Cheddar’s continue to deliver strong same-restaurant gains, while upscale banners like Seasons 52 and Ruth’s Chris are positioned for another robust holiday surge based on early 2025 trends.

Turkey Wednesday 2025 drove major traffic to grocery stores, with traditional supermarkets seeing the biggest visit spikes, while value chains led early-week shopping. Dwell times showed a shift from early stock-up trips to quick last-minute runs, and all analyzed major grocers posted year-over-year visit growth.

Kroger’s Q3 2025 traffic climbed 1.8% year over year, with short visits up 5% as more shoppers embraced BOPIS and curbside pickup. The growth reflects rising digital engagement and aligns with Kroger’s shift toward store-based fulfillment and delivery partnerships to boost profitability.