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The Impending Transformation of Bev-Alc RetailThe 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
Mar 28, 2025
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Meet You at the Mall: Malls' Summer DrawWe dove into the data to see how malls have been performing in 2024 – and explore factors driving mall foot traffic during peak summer months
October 11, 2024
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CVS and Walgreens in 2025The 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
Mar 26, 2025
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Target’s Bet on Babies 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
Mar 25, 2025
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The Changing Apparel Landscape in 2025The 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
Mar 27, 2025
4 minutes
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Year-Over-Year Visits to Grocery Stores by State
Executive Insights

Executive Insights
The Impending Transformation of Bev-Alc RetailThe 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
Mar 28, 2025
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The Changing Apparel Landscape in 2025The 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
Mar 27, 2025
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CVS and Walgreens in 2025The 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
Mar 26, 2025
4 minutes
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Target’s Bet on Babies 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
Mar 25, 2025
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Trader Joe’s and Aldi’s Continued SuccessIn a period marked by ongoing inflation and rising grocery prices, two chains – Trader Joe’s and Aldi – continue to thrive. We took a closer look at the two chains’ data to see what is driving their continued success.
March 25, 2025
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Retailers Betting on High Income HouseholdsDespite general growth in retail visitation over the past few years, rapid price increases and changes in consumer behavior may finally have caught up to consumers across income levels. Retailers are increasingly targeting high income consumers to offset a drop-off in demand.
March 24, 2025
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Brooks Brothers Rightsizing SuccessIconic clothing brand Brooks Brothers has experienced a challenging few years, but recent foot traffic suggests that things are turning around for the retailer. We took a look at the location analytics for the brand to see how it’s been weathering recent challenges.
March 21, 2025
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The Rise of Smaller-Format Home Improvement Retailers: How Ace Hardware and Harbor Freight Are Outpacing Big-Box ChainsSmaller-format home improvement chains have been making a splash lately and outperforming their competitors in the past few years. We took a look at some of the analytics behind this trend.
March 20, 2025
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Placer 100 Index: October 2024 Recap How are visits to the Placer 100 Index - a dynamic list of leading chains - faring as the year's fourth quarter begins? And what can visits tell us about the upcoming holiday season?
November 13, 2024
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Placer.ai Office Index: October 2024 RecapWith the summer behind us, we took a closer look at the data to assess the impact of the return-to-office mandates that have been ramping up in recent months. Are offices continuing to fill up, or has the office recovery run its course?
November 12, 2024
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Placer.ai Mall Index: October 2024 Recap With the holiday season just around the corner, we dove into the Placer.ai Mall Index to see how these shopping mainstays performed during the fall retail lull.
November 11, 2024
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Stew Leonard’s: Specialty Grocery Still a Shining ExampleNovember 8, 2024
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Planet Fitness: Signs of a More Resilient Fitness Club Visitor?November 8, 2024
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Outlook for Holiday Thrifting: Inflation, Sustainability, and Gen Z Fuel GrowthNovember 8, 2024
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Halloween’s 2024 Retail & Dining Impact – Party City Carries the SeasonEvery year, consumers head to the shops for costumes, spooky yard decorations, candy and Halloween supplies. Many dining chains also roll out Halloween-themed offers. We take a look at the data to find out how Halloween 2024 impacted retail and dining visits.
November 7, 2024
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The Impending Transformation of Bev-Alc RetailFive years after the pandemic, and deep into a renewed national interest in wellness and sober living, how is the Bev Alc segment faring? We took a deep dive into the space to uncover new trends, changes with consumer engagement, and potential headwinds for the industry.
March 28, 2025
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The Changing Apparel Landscape in 2025The apparel space has faced considerable headwinds in recent years – from changing consumer preferences to cutbacks in discretionary spending. We dove into the data for various apparel categories to explore emerging industry trends and see what foot traffic patterns can tell us about the state of ap
March 27, 2025
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CVS and Walgreens in 2025CVS and Walgreens, the two largest drugstore chains in the country, have faced increased competition in recent years. To adapt, both chains are optimizing their brick-and-mortar footprints. We took a look at the two chains’ visit performance to see what lies ahead for each.
March 26, 2025
4 minutes

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Target’s Bet on Babies Target is building out its baby and toddler assortment - find out what the data says about that decision.
March 25, 2025
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From Nashville to Knoxville: Tennessee’s Migration Growth In recent years, Tennessee has emerged as a surprising migration hotspot. We took a closer look at the data to gain a more thorough understanding of the shifts taking place in the Volunteer State.
January 29, 2025
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2024 Retail Foot Traffic RecapWith 2024 firmly in the rearview mirror, we look back on the year’s retail foot traffic trends and what they may signal for 2025. Read on for a closer analysis of the retail categories and states that excelled at driving growth.
January 6, 2025
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How the Pandemic Reshaped Florida’s PopulationFlorida became a domestic relocation hotspot over the pandemic. Where did newcomers come from, where did they choose to settle, and which areas are attracting the wealthiest new residents? We dive into the data to find out.
January 3, 2025
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Detroit’s Domestic Migration Resurgence Detroit is making a comeback – and location intelligence data can help explain some of the city’s growth.
December 23, 2024
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