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The Department Store Divide: What's Working in 2026Placer.ai visit data reveals a bifurcated department store landscape in Q1 2026 – Von Maur surges, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's hold steady, and calendar effects explain March's softness.
Lila Margalit
May 21, 2026
3 minutes
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Off-Price Picks Up Even More Steam in Q1 2026 – Led by Ross Placer.ai visit data shows off-price retail outpacing department stores in Q1 2026, with Ross leading on same-store growth, Burlington expanding its footprint, and Marmaxx holding structural strength amid shifting consumer demand.
Lila Margalit
May 20, 2026
3 minutes
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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 PumpsRising 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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