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Grocery in Q1 2026: Is Traditional Grocery Making a Comeback?
U.S. grocery visits rose 1.7% YoY in Q1 2026, but growth is uneven. See how store expansion, regional trends, and the rise of short trips are reshaping grocery – and why traditional grocers may be regaining ground.
Lila Margalit
May 19, 2026
3 minutes
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Soaring Gas Prices Fuel Traffic and Shift Behavior at Wholesale Club Pumps
Rising gas prices are driving traffic to Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s Wholesale gas stations – and reshaping how members fuel up with more frequent visits.
Ezra Carmel
May 18, 2026
4 minutes
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Placer.ai Macroeconomic Indicators Recap, April 2026: Resilient Retail Demand 
Retail visits rose for a 7th month as e-commerce surged and industrial traffic dipped, signaling resilient demand despite weak sentiment and high gas prices.
Shira Petrack
May 15, 2026
3 minutes
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April 2026 Placer.ai Dining Index: Is the Price at the Pump Impacting Drive-Thru Visits?
Fast casual continues to outperform in April 2026 as shifting visit durations suggest changing dining behaviors. Explore how gas prices and consumer preferences may be impacting restaurant trends.
Ezra Carmel
May 14, 2026
3 minutes
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April 2026 Placer.ai Office Index: RTO Progress Amid Gas Price Headwinds
Placer.ai's April 2026 Office Index reveals nationwide office visits remain 29.1% below 2019 levels, with tightening RTO mandates pushing attendance higher even as rising gas prices slow the pace of recovery. See how major markets compare.
Lila Margalit
May 13, 2026
3 minutes
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Walmart Holds Its Ground as Target Finds Its Footing
Walmart (WMT) shows steady growth while Target (TGT) begins a traffic rebound. Location intelligence reveals need-based growth shaping retail trends in 2026.
Ezra Carmel
May 12, 2026
4 minutes
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The Healthcare Opportunity in Grocery
As healthcare continues to evolve, nontraditional providers like grocery stores are cementing their roles as key players in the space. How do wellness offerings impact grocery store visitation patterns? We dove into the data to find out.
September 12, 2024
7 minutes
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Retail Giants in 2024: Walmart, Costco, and Target's Competitive Edge
See how retail giants Walmart, Costco, and Target fared in the first half of 2024 – and explore factors contributing to their success.
August 23, 2024
7 minutes
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How Local Events Promote Economic Growth: The Civic Impact of Summer Events
Dive into the data to find out how major summer events – including Lollapalooza in Chicago and Governors Ball in New York – drive community engagement and boost the local economy.
August 22, 2024
5 minutes
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