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Discretionary Retail in 2025: A Year of Discernment, Reinvention & Small Joys
Explore the key discretionary retail trends of 2025, including consumer bifurcation, luxury slowdowns, and the growing appeal of small indulgences.
Elizabeth Lafontaine
Jan 6, 2026
6 minutes
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Surprises You Should Have Expected
Traffic trends suggest that Starbucks and The Home Depot are regaining momentum, offering early signs of recovery and upside as the industry looks toward 2026.
Ethan Chernofsky
Jan 5, 2026
3 minutes
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Younger Shoppers, Consolidation Boost Holiday Traffic to Michaels & Hobby Lobby
After Party City and JOANN exited the market, Michaels and Hobby Lobby saw sustained YoY visit growth during the 2025 holiday season, signaling strong demand for in-store holiday décor shopping.
Saskia Freud Stiebel
Jan 2, 2026
3 minutes
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7 Brew's Rapid Rise 
Backed by major capital and rapid expansion, 7 Brew is emerging as a powerful challenger in the drive-thru coffee sector.
Shira Petrack
Dec 31, 2025
2 minutes
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Value, Bifurcation, and Self-Gifting During the 2025 Holiday Season
Holiday 2025 saw broad retail and dining traffic gains amid economic pressure, with bifurcated spending favoring value, select luxury, and self-gifting categories.
Shira Petrack
Dec 30, 2025
4 minutes
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Dutch Bros Sets Its Sights on the Breakfast Rush
Dutch Bros is eyeing the morning daypart to boost same-store visits. See how the coffee chain's focus on food and protein coffee aims to capture new growth.
Ezra Carmel
Dec 29, 2025
3 minutes
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Winning Holiday Shoppers in 2025: Key Insights for Advertisers and Retailers
Dive into the data to uncover the retail categories, audiences, and timing strategies poised to deliver high-impact campaigns this holiday season. 
October 30, 2025
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What is Driving Discretionary Spending in 2025?
See which discretionary retail categories are gaining momentum by delivering value, accessible upgrades, and immersive experiences.
October 2, 2025
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3 Trends Shaping the Grocery Sector Right Now
Discover the 2025 grocery sector trends driving growth across value, fresh, traditional, and ethnic formats. Learn how shifting consumer behavior, bifurcated spending, and short-trip missions are reshaping retail competition.
Placer Research
September 22, 2025
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