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Five Below and Ollie’s Continued Foot Traffic Success
Discount and dollar stores have enjoyed unprecedented success over the past few years as economic uncertainty continues to weigh on consumers’ minds – and wallets. We took a look at two discount players, Five Below and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, to see where the two are holding as the first half of 2025 draws to a close.
Kohl’s: Bright Spots to Build On?
Despite a challenging period, Kohl's visit gap narrowed in Q1 2025 - and March 2025 visits showed slight growth. And certain regions of the country experienced a year-over-year visit increase, driven, in part, by its partnership with Sephora.
Gap & Ulta Traffic Rebound After Tough Start to 2025
Visits to Gap banners and Ulta were mixed in Q1 2025. While some chains - like Athleta - enjoyed visit growth, others experienced more challenges. Still, pockets of optimism could be seen - visits per location showed growth, suggesting strengthening consumer engagement.
Department Stores in 2025: A Mid-Year Recap
Department stores are evolving, remaining relevant and adapting to a challenging economic environment. With the first half of the year nearly behind us, we took a look at the visit performance for some of the major players in the department store space to understand their current standing.
