Which retail brand won the hearts of American consumers? Ever wondered which jewelry brands are the most popular or which chocolate retailers see the most foot traffic? Our report covers 5 years of Valentine’s Day foot traffic data to give you…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Top 10 Retail Industry Trends in 2026: What to Expect
Retailers are gearing up for what promises to be a transformative 2026. Last year marked by groundbreaking AI developments, immersive shopping environments, and the persistent rise of celebrity-backed brands. This year, you can anticipate more cutting-edge retail trends and highly personalized campaigns, as…
Urban vs Suburban Retail: Differences & Benefits for Retailers
Suburban retail, since 2020, has outperformed urban retail because of economic factors. What does the rise of suburban retail mean for the industry and will the trend flip once again in the future? We take a look at everything from foot…
How AI Is Helping Retailers Stay Competitive
The very word ‘retail’ has become synonymous with innovation. Physical retail has had to innovate to evolve to overcome consumer sluggishness, a pandemic, and countless disruptive technologies in the last couple of years alone. The industry’s resilience and progress can largely…
The Future of Shopping Malls: How Retail is Transforming in 2025
Years ago, malls were the beating heart of retail. But the rise of e-commerce, the effects of the pandemic, and the rising costs of running a brick-and-mortar store have all impacted shopping mall foot traffic. That doesn’t mean the future of shopping…
Navigating the New Pet Economy: Gen Z’s Influence on Pet Retail
In a revealing shift within the pet retail sector, recent analytics from pass_by have highlighted a compelling trend: Gen Z’s discernible impact on pet store traffic. This development not only showcases the evolving consumer landscape but also signals a pivotal moment…