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Understanding Points of Interest: Definitions, Examples, & Data Collection

Points of Interest (POI) are the starting point for analyzing a location. Businesses and retailers rely on location data analysis to discover new business locations, adjust store hours, manage inventory, and understand competitors. Through the strategic analysis of POI data, companies…

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How Temu is Revolutionizing the Retail Landscape

Temu has revolutionized the way retail works, so much so the U.S. government is now taking steps to limit its reach. Retailers can learn some great lessons from Temu; how to succeed in growing digital world, how to use shopping apps to…

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Black Friday 2024 Foot Traffic Predictions

Overall, our AI-powered insights using 5 years of historical foot traffic data predicts a drop in visits of -1.62% overall for retailers in the United States. Keep scrolling for the full details on your retail category and competitors.  Methodology At midnight on Black Friday…

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How U.S. Elections Influence Consumer Spending

This week, the United States will know the name of its next President. The polls will close and the announcement will come, state by state, as the doors of the White House open for its next leader. As the world looks…

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College Student Spending Report 2024

In the fast-paced world of academia, the consumer patterns of college students reveal a fascinating landscape of choices driven by necessity, aspiration, and technological trends. As the academic year unfolds, students transition from carefree summer days to a routine demanding needs…

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How Retail Fulfillment is Changing

For a long time, big fulfillment centers dominated the retail industry. These large distribution centers (DCs) are built and operated to ship products to stores. In recent years, however, the retail industry has faced major changes in customer behavior, expectations, budget, and…

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Top 9 Retail Industry Trends in 2025: What to Expect

Retailers are bracing themselves as we enter the new year. Last year gave us AI breakthroughs, unique shopping experiences, and the continued growth of celebrity commerce. This year we’re expecting to see more innovative retail sales trends and carefully targeted campaigns…

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Data Accuracy: Why It Matters & How to Achieve It

In the fast-paced world of data-driven decision-making, data accuracy isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Accurate data is the backbone of successful strategies, enabling organizations to build trust, drive performance, and maintain competitiveness. High data accuracy reduces uncertainty, letting you make decisions…

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Most Popular Fast Food Chains in America + Foot Traffic Data

Welcome to the ultimate guide on America’s most popular fast food chains and foot traffic data to prove it. Ever wondered if there are really more Subways than McDonald’s in the U.S.? We’ve got the insights and data to quench that curiosity….

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Understanding Retail Corridors: Analysis, Examples + Tips for Success

Retail corridors are vibrant, concentrated areas home to a variety of businesses including shops and restaurants. These corridors form the backbone of urban commerce, providing a dense mix of offerings which can attract a wide range of consumers.  What makes retail…

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