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The Forces Shaping Consumer Traffic in 2026Explore 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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What’s Anchoring America’s Legacy Breakfast Chains?Denny’s and IHOP narrowed their visit declines in Q3 2026 while Waffle House kept growing. See the strength each legacy breakfast chain can build on.
Ephraim Fruchter
October 28, 2026
3 minutes
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September 2026 Retail and Dining Index: Shoppers Keep Showing Up Despite Record Gas PricesRetail visits grew YoY in September despite record gas prices for the month. See how much came from the calendar – and which dining segment kept slipping.
Lila Margalit
October 12, 2026
2 minutes
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Three Takes on Value: How Darden’s Casual Dining Brands Keep Visits GrowingWhat does "value" actually mean in casual dining? Olive Garden, LongHorn, and Cheddar's each answer differently, and all three have grown visits.
Ephraim Fruchter
September 16, 2026
3 minutes
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August 2026 Retail and Dining Index: Retail Finds Bright Spots as Dining Slips NationwideRetail visits rose 0.3% YoY in August 2026 while dining fell 2.4%. See which states bucked the trend.
Lila Margalit
September 15, 2026
3 minutes
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July 2026 Retail and Dining Index: Retail Keeps Its EdgeLila Margalit
August 11, 2026
3 minutes
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What Really Separated Full-Service Dining's Winners in Q2 2026?Lila Margalit
July 31, 2026
4 minutes
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Dining In 2026: All Roads Lead To ValueHow shifting consumer priorities are reshaping value perceptions across QSR, fast casual, and casual chains.
Placer Research
July 9, 2026
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3 Strategies for Full-Service Success in 2025Dive 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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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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Pricing Strategies Driving Restaurant Visits in 2024Dive into the data to explore the state of the restaurant industry in 2024 and see how leading chains are navigating the challenges posed by rising prices.
Placer Research
September 26, 2024
7 minutes
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