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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.

Following uneven Q3 results, department stores rebounded in October 2025. Bloomingdale’s led gains, and key shopping days like Black Friday promise to deliver another lift as the holiday season approaches.

Starbucks’ 2025 Red Cup Day drew higher visits than both the Bearista launch and previous years. Placer.ai data shows visits jumped 44.5% above average as customers lined up for limited-edition cups and holiday drinks – proving that buzz, exclusivity, and timing continue to drive Starbucks’ seasonal success.

After early-year slowdowns, Gap and Urban Outfitters posted Q3 traffic gains, up 1.4% and 2.4% YoY respectively, reflecting improving consumer demand. Gap’s turnaround and affluent shopper base fueled growth, while Urban’s back-to-school surge lifted visits.

Foot traffic to major warehouse clubs and superstores rose in fall 2025 as Costco, BJ’s, and Sam’s Club continued to thrive in a value-conscious environment, while early holiday promotions drove visits to Walmart and Target.