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Thrift’s Next Chapter: From Trade-Down Trend to Retail MainstayThrift retail is evolving into a mainstream apparel channel, driven by value, discovery, and younger shoppers. Plus, a look at Goodwill's young, digitally savvy shoppers.
Ezra Carmel
Mar 26, 2026
4 minutes

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The Geography of Brick-and-Mortar Retail Foot Traffic in the United StatesSun Belt states over-index on foot traffic, while coastal markets under-index – offering key insights for retail and CRE expansion strategies.
Shira Petrack
Mar 25, 2026
3 minutes

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What Eddie Bauer’s Bankruptcy Reveals About Retail in 2026Eddie Bauer’s bankruptcy highlights deeper retail challenges – from weak traffic trends to mismatched positioning – offering lessons for brands navigating 2026.
Lila Margalit
Mar 24, 2026
4 minutes

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Stalled Moves, Sticky Tenants: The State of Self-Storage in 2026Explore how pricing, lifestyle demand, and premium units are shaping self-storage growth in 2026 despite slower housing turnover.
R.J. Hottovy
Mar 23, 2026
5 minutes
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McDonald’s LTOs Deliver Traffic Lift Ahead of the McValue 2.0 LaunchMcDonald’s (MCD) sees modest traffic gains from Shamrock Shake and Big Arch LTOs, highlighting the growing importance of value-driven strategies like McValue 2.0.
Shira Petrack
Mar 20, 2026
3 minutes
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What’s Next for Retail in 2026: An Industry PerspectiveNearly 500 retail leaders weigh in on 2026 trends, from AI and e-commerce to store traffic, sector outlooks, and the future of physical retail.
Ethan Chernofsky
Mar 19, 2026
10 minutes
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