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6 Coffee-Inspired Strategies That Can Reshape Dining in 2026Dive 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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E-Commerce Strength Outpaces Manufacturing Weakness Going Into 2026The Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
Dec 18, 2025
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How Much Does Price Really Matter to Today’s Dining Consumer?The Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
Dec 17, 2025
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Die-hard Shoppers Pack the Citadel for 27-Hour Shopping MarathonThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Caroline Wu
Dec 16, 2025
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Candle Day 2025 Highlights Enduring Pull of Strong Brands & Good DealsThe Kroger Co, is a leading player in the grocery store space, operating its epon lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu
Shira Petrack
Dec 15, 2025
2 minutes
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Starbucks and Dunkin’s LTOs Boost TrafficAs the 2025 holiday season kicks off, Starbucks and Dunkin’ continue to see strong consumer engagement, with both brands outperforming their 2024 traffic levels and capitalizing on early seasonal launches.
Shira Petrack
December 12, 2025
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Placer.ai November 2025 Office Index: Post-Pandemic Record Occupancy Driven by stricter RTO mandates and a stabilizing "new normal," November 2025 marked the strongest November office occupancy rates we have seen since 2019.
Shira Petrack
December 11, 2025
3 minutes
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Dutch Bros vs. Dave’s Hot Chicken: The Veteran and the Rookie in America’s Restaurant Expansion RaceExplore how Dutch Bros and Dave’s Hot Chicken showcase two stages of restaurant growth, from explosive expansion to disciplined scaling and strategic maturity.
Kyle Inserra
December 10, 2025
3 minutes
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Is lululemon Poised for a Holiday Rebound?Lululemon is outperforming in a challenging retail environment, with monthly visits climbing through fall and Black Friday delivering a substantial traffic surge. Early holiday momentum suggests the brand is positioned to capture share and drive strong year-end performance.
Bracha Arnold
December 9, 2025
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3 Factors Driving Dillard’s Department Store SuccessDillard’s has managed to outperform the wider department store space in 2025 by sustaining traffic during key months, benefiting from a Sunbelt-heavy footprint, and positioning itself as a weekend destination. Its clearance locations have also thrived, highlighting the enduring importance of value-oriented shopping in a cautious consumer climate.
Lila Margalit
October 1, 2025
4 minutes
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Expansion Into New Categories Signals Shift for Gap Inc. Gap Inc. is expanding into beauty and accessories to offset apparel’s sameness, capture value-driven and aspirational shoppers, and build brand identity. With overlap in beauty and off-price traffic, success depends on delivering trend-forward products and in-store expertise.
Elizabeth Lafontaine
September 30, 2025
7 minutes
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Beauty and Fitness Foot Traffic: From Post-Pandemic Correction to New NormalBeauty and fitness retail stores have not only recovered from the pandemic, but significantly surpassed pre-pandemic foot traffic levels. In the fitness space, this growth is in part driven by increased visitor frequency, and in the beauty space, continued growth hinges on the integration of a store experience that complements digital shopping behavior.
Ezra Carmel
September 29, 2025
5 minutes
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Affluent Shoppers Sustain Luxury, But Growth Potential May Be Limited Apparel is diverging in 2025 as luxury and off-price outperform traditional retailers. Visit data shows luxury gaining ground among high-income shoppers, while off-price continues to scale with broad consumer appeal. Traditional apparel lags as value and exclusivity dominate demand.
Bracha Arnold
September 26, 2025
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Hobby Lobby and Michaels Defy Discretionary Spending HeadwindsThe arts and crafts retail landscape is consolidating fast, but Hobby Lobby and Michaels are thriving. With JOANN and Party City gone, both banners are capturing displaced demand: Michaels by expanding into party goods and Halloween, Hobby Lobby by leveraging large-format stores and growing shopper loyalty.
Lila Margalit
September 25, 2025
4 minutes
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Black Rock Coffee's Post-IPO Growth Potential Black Rock Coffee’s $1.32B IPO underscores its rapid expansion, affluent customer base, and similarities to Dutch Bros’ trajectory. With visits up 226% since 2019 and a target of 1,000 stores by 2035, the chain’s strategy highlights significant growth potential in new markets.
Bracha Arnold
September 24, 2025
3 minutes
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How Asian Grocers Are Redefining the Grocery ExperienceEast and South Asian grocery chains like H Mart, 99 Ranch Market, Mitsuwa Marketplace, and Patel Brothers offer some shoppers a taste of home while presenting others with an entry point to explore global cuisines.
Bracha Arnold
September 23, 2025
3 minutes
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Is Costco’s Momentum Built to Last?Costco continues to post steady traffic gains with rising same-store visits, longer dwell times, and favorable macro trends. Strong engagement and value positioning highlight lasting growth potential.
Shira Petrack
September 22, 2025
3 minutes
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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
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Winning Holiday Shoppers in 2025: Key Insights for Advertisers and RetailersDive into the data to uncover the retail categories, audiences, and timing strategies poised to deliver high-impact campaigns this holiday season.
Placer Research
October 30, 2025
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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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3 Trends Shaping the Grocery Sector Right NowDiscover 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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Emerging Trends for CRE in 2025This Placer Snapshot examines the evolution of key industries impacting commercial real estate. We explore the shifting dynamics of office visits, the recovery of shopping centers, and population growth patterns across the United States in 2025.
Placer Research
August 28, 2025
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A New Era for Retail Giants: Who’s Winning in 2025?Find out how the Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Costco's hyper growth have changed the retail landscape and see how Walmart and Target can stay competitive in today's value-driven market.
Placer Research
August 21, 2025
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