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US Footwear Retail Foot Traffic Falls 5.58%: Which States Are Seeing the Biggest Declines?

Visits to shoe store retailers across the US declined 5.58% year-over-year, according to PassBy foot traffic data. What does this mean for shoe retailers?  We’re taking a look at the data, state by state, looking at the example of Foot Locker,…

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Are Discount Furniture Retailers Getting More High Income Visitors?

Our data shows that furniture store retailers have seen a decrease in traffic of -2.99% year-on-year. With consumers facing continued pressure on household budgets and furniture often representing a significant discretionary purchase, discount retailers could potentially benefit from consumers looking for…

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ALDI’s 2026 Performance: Analyzing the US Expansion Strategy

Discount chain ALDI announced plans to rapidly expand its store footprint by:  We take a look at how ALDI’s strategy is shaping up and how the brand is performing in 2026 so far.  Key takeaways:  Double digit growth every month in…

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How to Validate a New Store Location Before Signing a Lease Using PassBy’s LLM Tools

Before signing a lease, we recommend that you: We’ll run you through each of those steps so you can feel confident signing your new lease.  Using our AI tools, this will take you less than 5 minutes to complete.  1. Validate…

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Apparel Retail in 2026: Future Trends & Brands Shaping the Fashion Industry

As we look towards 2026, the apparel retail landscape is set to be more dynamic than ever before. This era promises transformative growth and innovative trends reshaping the way you experience fashion. Imagine a world where your favorite clothing brands not only redefine…

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Top Footwear Brands to Watch in 2026: The Must-Know Labels & Trends

Six of the hottest products in Q2 of 2025 were shoes, according to Lyst’s Index. A mix of nostalgic, fuctional, and unconventional footwear captured consumer interest. Everything from Birkenstock sandals and Crocs to Vibram FiveFinger shoes and wedge sneakers were at the…

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Top Fast Growing Retail Brands to Watch in 2026

As 2026 rolls out, the retail landscape continues to evolve at breakneck pace including AI, strategic store selection, and changed consumer behavior. Which brands are taking the lead early? Expect an exciting mix of innovation, celebrity and influencer collabs, and strategic…

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Who Really Won the iPhone 17 Launch? A Foot Traffic Data Deep Dive

Consumers aren’t just going directly to Apple stores for the latest iPhone. More customers are turning to T-Mobile and other wireless competitors, buying online, or delaying a device upgrade.   At pass_by, we offer the highest in market accuracy with 94% correlation…

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Top 10 Coffee Chains in the US: Discover the Biggest and Most Famous Brands

Some of the biggest coffee chains like Starbucks and Dukin’ have had a mixed year in terms of foot traffic in, but no one can deny the big coffee giants are here to stay, though the landscape of the industry does…

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Understanding Jewelry Retail Performance in 2025: Analyzing Top Brands, Foot Traffic Trends + Spend Data

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a look at the current state of jewelry retail in the USA in 2025, uncovering the top jewelry stores and brands that are capturing consumers’ hearts and wallets. From analyzing foot traffic trends to year-on-year spending data…

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