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5 Grocery Growth Drivers in 2026
How Expanded Supply, Trip Frequency, and Shopping Missions Are Reshaping Food Retail and Creating Multiple Paths to Growth
Placer Research
February 19, 2026

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How Did Grocery Stores Perform This Turkey Wednesday?
Turkey Wednesday 2025 drove major traffic to grocery stores, with traditional supermarkets seeing the biggest visit spikes, while value chains led early-week shopping. Dwell times showed a shift from early stock-up trips to quick last-minute runs, and all analyzed major grocers posted year-over-year visit growth.
Lila Margalit
December 1, 2025
4 Minutes
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Short Visits Surge as Kroger Bets on Store-Based Fulfillment
Kroger’s Q3 2025 traffic climbed 1.8% year over year, with short visits up 5% as more shoppers embraced BOPIS and curbside pickup. The growth reflects rising digital engagement and aligns with Kroger’s shift toward store-based fulfillment and delivery partnerships to boost profitability.
Lila Margalit
November 28, 2025
3 minutes
Industry Trends
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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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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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Grocery in 2025: Visitation Trends and Consumer Behavior
Dive into the data to see the trends shaping the grocery space in 2025 and uncover actionable insights for strategic decision-making in the competitive food-at-home market.
Placer Research
May 15, 2025
8 minutes
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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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