Starbucks and Dutch Bros: Short Visits Lead the Way
With Q3 2024 in the rearview mirror, we took a closer look at visitation patterns at Starbucks and Dutch Bros to see how they are faring – and what might lie ahead for both brands in the coming months.
Placer.ai Office Index: August 2024 Recap
The return to office (RTO) has been on an upswing, with employers across industries cracking down on remote work and requiring employees to put in more face time. How did foot traffic perform in August? We dove into the data to find out.
Auto Parts Retailers: The Traffic Continues
In 2024, auto parts retailers continue to see visit growth compared to last year. We dove into the data for three of the industry’s leaders – AutoZone, O’Reilly Auto Parts, and NAPA Auto Parts – to explore the consumer behavior and profiles behind the space’s ongoing success.
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Placer.ai White Paper Recap – July & August 2024
In July & August 2024, Placer.ai released multiple white papers. Read on for a taste of our findings from two of them: 2024 Hotel Visit Trends and Retail Giants in 2024: Walmart, Costco, and Target's Competitive Edge.
Domestic Migration and Population Growth: Strong Currents Off The Carolina Coast
Many Americans have relocated to states like Texas, Florida, Montana, and Maine in recent years. We checked in with another region of the country that’s become a domestic migration hotspot in recent years - South Carolina - to explore what’s attracting movers to the state.
The Civic Impact of Summer Events
Summer events and concerts are more than just entertainment - they can have a significant economic impact on local businesses. We took a closer look at the effect of major summer events, like Lollapalooza in Chicago and Governors Ball in New York, on foot traffic to local venues.
