Five Below and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet: A Pre-Holiday Snapshot
Over the past few years, discount retailers Five Below and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet have grown both their footprints and audiences. How did they fare in Q3 2024, and what might they expect this holiday season? We took a look at the data to find out.
Leveraging Data to Evaluate the Impact of Municipal Investments
Choosing which city projects to invest in can be a challenge for municipalities. We took a closer look at three projects in three different cities, all with different paths toward local improvement projects, to see what location analytics for these areas can tell us about each investment.
Trader Joe's Success Amidst Food Inflation and Changing Consumer Behavior
Despite growing food inflation, Trader Joe's has managed to stay ahead of the competition. We dive into the location metrics for the chain to see how consumer behavior is changing and how the chain is driving visits in a dynamic economic landscape.
Fitness at its Fittest: Staying Strong in 2023
The fitness industry has proven to be a resilient one over the past few years as health and wellness remain a consumer priority. We dive into the visit metrics for the fitness space to see how it is faring nearly halfway through 2023.
Movie Theaters, Off-Price, and Home Improvement: May 2023 Recap
As many retail and service categories wait for the economic headwinds to blow over, some segments are already seeing a lift. We dove into the latest foot traffic data for movie theaters, home improvement, and off-price to identify pockets of optimism amidst the wider challenges.
Why Are Specialty Grocers Thriving in 2023?
As the wider grocery sector continues to feel the impact of inflation and tighter consumer budgets, specialty grocers – and especially grocers catering to Hispanic audiences – are thriving. We dove into the data to find out what sets these chains apart.
The CAVA Craze: A Location Intelligence Perspective on the Mediterranean Marvel
Although many dining chains have been challenged by recent economic headwinds, others are finding success. We take a closer look at the location analytics for CAVA, a growing fast-casual chain, to see what lies ahead for the chain.
How Will Primark’s US Expansion Impact Target?
Primark, the popular European retailer, has been steadily expanding its presence in the United States. We dive into the location intelligence data to see how the chain compares to Target and see how Primark's U.S. expansion may impact Target's growth.
All Eyes on Eyewear
The eyewear industry hasn’t remained impervious to the challenges posed by inflation. We dive into the location analytics for three top eyewear brands to take a closer look at shifting consumer behavior and see what comes next for the industry.