Spider-Man: Brand New Day shows that today's biggest box office hits require more than star power – they need scarcity, momentum, and strong word of mouth.

H1 2026 retail visitation points to a healthy back-to-school season, but department stores and northern markets may lag value formats and the South and West.

Q2 2026 visitation data suggests Warby Parker's physical expansion is driving incremental demand while increasing customer engagement.

Q2 2026 visitation and loyalty trends suggest Shake Shack's demand remains healthy as the company expands and navigates higher beef costs.

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey sent IMAX 70mm visits 60.5% above baseline, showing how premium formats turn films into destinations.

In Q2 2026, Brinker visits rose 3.2% YoY while Dine Brands fell 4.2%. Placer.ai data shows why brand execution – not just segment positioning – separated the full-service dining winners.