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Retail
INSIDER
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
Article
Waning Consumer Sentiment Puts Pressure on Retail IndustryThe 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
June 8, 2026
2 minutes
Article
Rising Gas Prices Are Changing How America Fills Up – And ShopsThe 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
June 3, 2026
4 minutes
Article
Consumer Desire for Small Indulgences Boosts Hobby RetailThe 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
June 1, 2026
3 minutes
Article
What Shein Is Really Buying with EverlaneThe 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
Lila Margalit
May 29, 2026
3 minutes
Article
Why Dollar General Is Outpacing Dollar Tree in Early 2026The 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
Lila Margalit
May 28, 2026
3 minutes
Article
Five Below: Letting Go and Having Fun in Q1 2026The 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
Lila Margalit
May 27, 2026
3 minutes
Article
Beauty and Wellness’ Reinvention Era: Inside Ulta and Bath & Body Works’ Growth StrategiesThe 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
May 26, 2026
5 minutes
Article
Traffic Softens, but Growth Levers Remain for DICK’s, Gap, and lululemonThe 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
May 22, 2026
2 minutes
Reports
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INSIDER
Report
How Malls Can Win in 2026Dive into the latest traffic data to see how indoor malls, open-air centers, and outlets are performing this year – and the factors shaping success across formats.
Placer Research
April 2, 2026
INSIDER
Report
5 Grocery Growth Drivers in 2026How Expanded Supply, Trip Frequency, and Shopping Missions Are Reshaping Food Retail and Creating Multiple Paths to Growth
Placer Research
February 19, 2026
INSIDER
Report
Five Ways Retailers Can Leverage AI Without Losing What WorksRead the report to learn how AI is changing store roles, operations, marketing, and fleet strategy – and how to apply it without undermining what already works.
Placer Research
January 29, 2026
INSIDER
Report
10 Top Brands to Watch in 2026Meet the ten retail and dining powerhouses, including H-E-B, Walmart, and Dave’s Hot Chicken, redefining success and winning consumer loyalty in 2026.
Placer Research
January 12, 2026
