Placer.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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.