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The Forces Shaping Consumer Traffic in 2026
Explore how higher gas prices, the search for value, and nostalgia-driven demand shaped consumer traffic and behavior in H1 2026.
Placer Research
July 27, 2026

Articles & Executive Insights

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Dutch Bros. Continues To Percolate Visits
Dutch Bros. has impressed with its foot traffic growth over the past few years. We took a closer look at the foot traffic data to understand where this chain’s growth is headed.
Bracha Arnold
February 20, 2024
2 minutes
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Recapping RBI & Yum! Brands’ 2023 Foot Traffic Performance
Ongoing inflation was a major story throughout 2022 and 2023. How did rising costs impact Burger King, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Taco Bell, KFC, and other leading brands from the RBI and Yum! Portfolio? We dove into the data to find out. 
Shira Petrack
February 5, 2024
4 minutes
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Starbucks and Dunkin’: 2023 in Four Data Points
With the new year gathering steam, we dove into the data to explore consumer trends impacting Starbucks and Dunkin’ in 2023. What were the biggest days of the year for the two chains? And who were the java enthusiasts driving visits to the two chains last year?
Lila Margalit
January 29, 2024
4 minutes
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Catching Up With Fast Food
2023 was a challenging year for many restaurant operators as persistent inflation caused many would-be diners to rethink a meal out. Today, we take a closer look at three fast-food and fast-casual dining chains – McDonald’s, Chipotle, and Panda Express – to see what is driving visits.
Bracha Arnold
January 23, 2024
3 minutes
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Bakery Chains Rising To The Top
Few things are as universally loved as freshly baked bread. And the options for where to find a loaf are plentiful - so today, we find out if there is there room in the crowded bakery scene for everyone.
Bracha Arnold
January 17, 2024
4 minutes
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7 Retail & Dining Segments to Watch in 2024
Last year was marked by inflation and consumer cutbacks. But despite the challenges, many categories and retailers thrived under the ongoing headwinds. With a new year offering fresh opportunities for growth, which retail and dining segments are positioned for success in 2024?
Shira Petrack
January 3, 2024
6 minutes
Industry Trends
The Industry Trends Report offers insight into how visitation has changed over time across a variety of industries and regions in the United States. Easily view foot traffic metrics and compare year-over-year changes for the industries and states that interest you.
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Dining In 2026: All Roads Lead To Value
How shifting consumer priorities are reshaping value perceptions across QSR, fast casual, and casual chains.
Placer Research
July 9, 2026
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10 Top Brands to Watch in 2026
Meet the ten retail and dining powerhouses, including H-E-B, Walmart, and Dave’s Hot Chicken, redefining success and winning consumer loyalty in 2026.
Placer Research
January 12, 2026
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6 Coffee-Inspired Strategies That Can Reshape Dining in 2026
Dive into the data to see how coffee became one of this year’s strongest dining performers – and explore strategies that can drive restaurant success across concepts in 2026.
Placer Research
December 18, 2025
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3 Strategies for Full-Service Success in 2025
Dive into the data to uncover strategies helping full-service restaurant chains succeed in what remains a challenging environment.
Placer Research
February 20, 2025
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