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Retail
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Report
Physical Retail in 2026: How the Giants Are WinningRead the report to find out how Walmart, Target, Costco Wholesale, and Dollar General are performing in 2026 – and what their trajectories reveal about broader retail trends.
Placer Research
May 11, 2026
Articles & Executive Insights
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All The Things I Think I Think About What I Got Right And Wrong About Retail In 2025The Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Chris Walton
January 9, 2026
17 minutes
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Placer.ai December 2025 Mall Index: Recapping 2025 Shopping Center TrendsThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
January 7, 2026
4 minutes
Article
Discretionary Retail in 2025: A Year of Discernment, Reinvention & Small JoysThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Elizabeth Lafontaine
January 6, 2026
6 minutes
Article
Surprises You Should Have ExpectedThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Ethan Chernofsky
January 5, 2026
3 minutes
Article
Younger Shoppers, Consolidation Boost Holiday Traffic to Michaels & Hobby LobbyThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Saskia Freud Stiebel
January 2, 2026
3 minutes
Article
Value, Bifurcation, and Self-Gifting During the 2025 Holiday SeasonThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
December 30, 2025
4 minutes
Article
Super Saturday Data Reflects More Selective Holiday ShopperThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
December 26, 2025
4 minutes
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RE(I)KEA: Setting Their Own Promotional CalendarThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Ezra Carmel
December 24, 2025
3 minutes
Reports
INSIDER
Report
Retail Trends to Watch in 2026Which retail trends are set to define 2026? Using location intelligence, we explore the shifting patterns that could shape the retail landscape in the year ahead.
Placer Research
November 14, 2025
INSIDER
Report
Winning Holiday Shoppers in 2025: Key Insights for Advertisers and RetailersDive into the data to uncover the retail categories, audiences, and timing strategies poised to deliver high-impact campaigns this holiday season.
Placer Research
October 30, 2025
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INSIDER
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What is Driving Discretionary Spending in 2025? See which discretionary retail categories are gaining momentum by delivering value, accessible upgrades, and immersive experiences.
Placer Research
October 2, 2025
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INSIDER
Report
3 Trends Shaping the Grocery Sector Right NowDiscover the 2025 grocery sector trends driving growth across value, fresh, traditional, and ethnic formats. Learn how shifting consumer behavior, bifurcated spending, and short-trip missions are reshaping retail competition.
Placer Research
September 22, 2025
