Department stores continue to adapt to evolving consumer preferences and an ever-changing retail landscape. We looked at the latest location analytics for traditional and luxury department stores to uncover how they are finding success in today’s dynamic apparel space.

Dine Brands, which owns and operates IHOP, Applebee’s, and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, is a major name in the full-service casual-dining restaurant segment. We took a look at how its two largest brands – IHOP and Applebee’s – performed in 2024. 

Best Buy has long been a go-to destination for consumers looking for the latest tech – but like many retailers, it has faced challenges in recent years. We dove into the data to explore the latest visitation trends for Best Buy and the demographics of visitors that are driving traffic to the chain. 

Our hearts go out to all those affected by the recent Los Angeles wildfires. Many Angelenos, in search of a sense of normalcy and diversion, have turned to a familiar and comforting place—the mall. 

Retailers have played a crucial role in providing relief, comfort, and community for those impacted by the devastating wildfires across the greater Los Angeles area. Location analytics provide a glimpse into some of the ways retailers stepped up to meet their community's needs.

Find out how restaurant operators can position their brands for long-term success in an increasingly competitive landscape.

Find out what's been driving the continued success at Sprouts at Dutch Bros.

The off-price apparel space remains well-positioned as consumers continue to favor budget-friendly retailers. We dive into the latest location intelligence for category leaders Burlington, Marshalls, Ross Dress for Less, and T.J. Maxx – to explore how the segment closed out 2024 and began 2025.

How did Walmart, Target, and wholesale clubs perform in 2024? What do early 2025 foot traffic trends tell us about superstores’ growth potential in the coming year? And what do visitation patterns at Target and Walmart reveal about the role each chain plays in the wider retail landscape?

How did home improvement leaders The Home Depot and Lowe’s perform in 2024? And what lies ahead for the chains in 2025? We dove into the data to find out. 

With consumer interest in wellness showing no sign of slowing down, we dove into fitness foot traffic data to see how the segment performed in 2024 and understand what the new year holds for the category. 

Bloomin’ Brands, which owns Outback Steakhouse, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, and other full-service chains, experienced mixed results throughout 2024 amid continued dining segment challenges. We took a look at the company's performance, to see what the data can tell us about 2024.

CAVA and sweetgreen have been rapidly expanding, cementing their place in the fast-casual dining landscape. We dive into the data to take a closer look at CAVA and sweetgreen’s foot traffic performance and uncover the seasonal visitation patterns driving appetite for these chains in 2025.

Find out how office visits in January 2025 reacted to cold weather - and where the return-to-office stands at the start of the new year.

Pop-ups offer brands a powerful way to amplify digital offerings and connect consumers with new products. We analyzed visitation data from Meta's recent Popup Lab to gauge customer reaction - and what it means for the future of brick-and-mortar retail.

Find how how visits to the Placer 100 Index for Retail & Dining - a dynamic, curated list of leading chains operating in the country - performed in January 2025.