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Retail Trends to Watch in 2026Which 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
Articles & Executive Insights
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Placer 100 Retail & Dining Index: Strong Kickoff to the Holiday SeasonOverall visits to the Placer 100 Retail & Dining Index were up 0.9% year-over-year (YoY) in November – a strong start to the holiday season. We looked at some of the retailers benefitting most from the holiday shopping surge to see who is coming out ahead.
Shira Petrack
December 12, 2024
3 minutes
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What Does Walmart’s Results Mean for Other Discretionary Retailers?R.J. Hottovy
November 22, 2024
3 minutes
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Five Below and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet: A Pre-Holiday SnapshotOver the past few years, discount retailers Five Below and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet have grown both their footprints and audiences. How did they fare in Q3 2024, and what might they expect this holiday season? We took a look at the data to find out.
Lila Margalit
November 21, 2024
4 minutes
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Off-Price Ahead of the 2024 Holiday SeasonWith the year almost over, we dove into the visitation data for off-price leaders to see how the TJX chains, Burlington, and Ross Dress for Less are positioned ahead of the holidays.
Shira Petrack
November 19, 2024
3 minutes
Article
A Beautiful Season Ahead: Ulta and Sally Beauty SupplyLeading beauty chains Ulta Beauty and Sally Beauty Supply are gearing up for an exciting holiday shopping season. We dove into the data to see how the two chains have performed in recent months – and what they can expect in this year’s Q4 retail milestones.
Lila Margalit
November 18, 2024
4 minutes
Article
Suiting Up in Boston: Newbury Street Suitsupply Store Showing Signs of StrengthCaroline Wu
November 15, 2024
2 minutes
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Sportswear Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season Has consumer demand for sporting goods and sportswear maintained itself, or is interest waning? We dive into the data to find out.
Shira Petrack
November 14, 2024
3 minutes
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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.
Placer Research
October 2, 2025
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10 Top Brands to Watch in 2025Dive 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 2025Which 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 2024This report analyzes the latest location intelligence data to identify ten brands poised to succeed in 2024.
Placer Research
February 8, 2024
