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Early Signs from Early Reopenings
Several states have begun reopening their economies and the wider retail ecosystem has been watching closely. While early returns have been mixed in states like Georgia, signs are beginning to appear that could give a strong indication of what path retail’s recovery could take.
Placer Bytes: Home Office Surge, Apparel's Bankruptcy Beneficiaries
With the rise of social distancing and stay-at-home regulations came an increased focus on work from home. And this process may have given a second wind to brands like Office Depot and Staples. Analyzing traffic since the start of 2019, shows two clear trends.
Placer Bytes: Bed Bath & Beyond's Strong Q4, JCPenney Misses Payment
Earlier this year, Bed Bath & Beyond landed on our list as a brand to watch in 2020, and despite nationwide store closures and an unknown 2020 outlook, the retailer recently posted better than expected Q4 results.
Less Restricted States: Coronavirus Impact
With tightening restrictions nationwide, Wholesale and Mass Merchandise traffic is seeing major declines. But are states with partial to no stay-at-home orders experiencing similar traffic patterns as those heavily hit by coronavirus?
Wholesale & Mass Merchandise Update
Following initial surges in traffic, the Wholesale and Mass Merchandise sectors saw visits decline to levels significantly lower than their norm. Yet, much of these drops have been self-imposed, with Costco, Walmart and Target all imposing restrictions on in-store traffic.
