Placer Bytes: Unstoppable Target, Macy's Bull Case and the Albertsons IPO

In this Placer Bytes, we dive into the endlessly impressive Target, take a look at Albertsons following its IPO announcement, and break down the optimist’s case for Macy’s.

Placer.ai Launches The Square To Provide More Free, Accessible Insights Into the Offline Retail Economy

Home Goods Sector Surges

When you’re forced to spend several months quarantined in your own home, it’s only natural that you’ll come to identify a few areas for an upgrade. So, perhaps unsurprisingly, the wider home goods sector has been enjoying a significant uptick in traffic during the retail recovery.

Sit-Down Restaurant Recovery

It’s no secret that the restaurant industry has been hit hard by COVID-19 and it will take a significant amount of time for many to bounce back to normal levels under ongoing restrictions. In fact, many thought that the combination of the pandemic and already struggling brands could signal serious problems for sit-down chains.

Placer Bytes: Nike, Tuesday Morning and Darden Restaurants

In this Placer Bytes, we dive into the recovery for two particularly interesting brands, Nike and Tuesday Morning. Then we break down four Darden restaurant chains to analyze their post-pandemic trajectories.

Apparel Recovery - Three Sectors to Watch

Apparel was among the hardest-hit sectors during the pandemic, with potentially huge ramifications coming from this downturn. So, we decided to break down the early recovery and highlight three sectors that could surge in the coming months.

Doughnut Day 2020

While Christmas, New Year’s and Independence Day get more attention, some of our favorite holidays are those that fly a bit under the radar. From Turkey Wednesday to National Doughnut Day, days that celebrate retail, and seemingly food, are ones that also capture our attention.

Placer Bytes: At Home, Kroger and Fred's

In this week's Placer Bytes we dive into the data surrounding rising brand, At Home, Kroger's recovery and possible beneficiaries from Fred's closures

Grocery Update - May Recovery?

The grocery sector has been among the most interesting to analyze during the pandemic. Some brands grew, while others struggled. And even when looking at the continued visits, consumer shopping patterns changed significantly.

Placer Bytes: Five Below, Macy's and Office Supplies

In this Placer Bytes we dive into the rebounds of Five Below and Macy’s and try to reinforce the bull case for the office supplies sector.

Placer Bytes: Lululemon & Home Improvement's Battle Continues

In this week’s Placer Bytes we’re breaking down Lululemon’s post-COVID situation and the home improvement sector’s return to ‘normalcy’.

Chicken Wars Reboot

In nearly a year since the launch of the Chicken Wars, Popeyes has ridden its chicken sandwich fame to new heights, Chick-fil-A has continued along with its normal strength and a new player, KFC, looks to maximize its namesake and enter the battle.