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Retail Trends to Watch in 2026
Which retail trends are set to define 2026? Using location intelligence, we explore the shifting patterns that could shape the retail landscape in the year ahead.
Placer Research
November 14, 2025

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Placer 100 Index for Retail and Dining: August 2024 Recap
How did the Placer 100 Index for Retail & Dining fare in August 2024? We dove into the data to find out.
Ezra Carmel
September 11, 2024
4 minutes
Article
School Season Sparks Retail Growth
Back-to-school shopping is a major driver of retail visits and sales. With the frenzy winding down, we took a look at how several key retail categories and chains performed during this important season.
Bracha Arnold
September 3, 2024
4 minutes
Article
Macy’s & Bloomingdale’s: Into 2024 and Beyond
Department stores nationwide have been evolving to meet changing consumer wants and needs, and Macy’s & Bloomingdale’s are no exception. We took a closer look at visitation trends to both brands to see what might lie ahead for both.
Bracha Arnold & Lila Margalit
August 19, 2024
4 minutes
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Beauty in 2024: Many Ways to Win
With Q3 2024 underway, we checked in with beauty chains Ulta Beauty and Sally Beauty Supply, owned by Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc. How did they fare in the first half of the year? And what are some of the factors driving their success?
Lila Margalit
August 14, 2024
4 minutes
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Warby Parker: Seeing Clearly Now
What is driving Warby Parker's continued brick-and-mortar visit success? We dive into the data to find out.
Bracha Arnold
July 30, 2024
3 minutes
Industry Trends
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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.
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October 2, 2025
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10 Top Brands to Watch in 2025
Dive into Placer’s list of 10 top brands – and three potential surprises – for 2025, and find out what the data says about these brands’ growth accelerators.
Placer Research
January 16, 2025
14 minutes
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Retail Trends to Watch in 2025
Which retail trends are poised to dominate in 2025? We take a look at the location intelligence to uncover shifts poised to shape the retail landscape in the coming year.
Placer Research
November 18, 2024
12 minutes
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10 Top Brands to Watch in 2024
This report analyzes the latest location intelligence data to identify ten brands poised to succeed in 2024.
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February 8, 2024
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