ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

• 4/21/2026

  Study: Most grocery shoppers purchased both online and in-store in 2025

  The omnichannel experience has become integral to consumers’ grocery shopping habits, but online remains the driver of total grocery growth.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/21/2026

  CoStar: Retail rent growth slows to 1.9% in Q1

  After booming post-pandemic, retail rent growth is continuing to moderate.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/20/2026

  Miniso partners to improve store operations

  A fast-growing China-based value retail is partnering to deliver a consistent store experience across its expanding network of U.S. stores.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/20/2026

  Erewhon leverages new AI-powered compliance management platform

  An upscale California grocer is utilizing a new technology platform to manage its supplier compliance.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/20/2026

  Chicken Salad Chick adds 50-plus restaurants to pipeline in Q1

  Chicken Salad Chick is touting a "record" first quarter when it comes to expanding its store count nationwide.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/20/2026

  Survey: In-store shopping remains key to younger consumers' summer plans

  Younger consumers say they are planning to spend this summer, and will take an omnichannel approach when doing so.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/20/2026

  Taco John's names new development VP

  A quick-serve Mexican restaurant chain is adding an industry veteran to its leadership team as it plots new growth.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/19/2026

  Lowe's continues growth with Florida, Texas stores planned

  Lowe’s Companies Inc. is set to open the first of five new stores it plans to debut this year.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/19/2026

  Survey: Consumers rely on online reviews to vet AI product suggestions

  Virtually all consumers need more than just an artificial intelligence recommendation when deciding to make a purchase.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/19/2026

  Survey: Majority of supply chain leaders aiming to reduce environmental impact

  Despite global disruptions, supply chain leaders are still aiming for sustainability.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/19/2026

  Lululemon to expand in Mexico; founder Chip Wilson launches athletic-brand venture

  One of the biggest players in athleisure apparel is expanding its omnichannel presence south of the border.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 4/17/2026

  Survey: Majority of consumers to spend tax refunds within a month

  Consumers are planning to use their tax returns quickly once they arrive.

  Zachary Russell