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Strait of Hormuz: Impact & Response Hub

Track the latest developments in the Iran conflict and their impact on global oil markets and gas prices. We break down what’s driving volatility, what it means for fuel retailers and consumers, and what to watch next.

Strait of Hormuz: Impact & Response Hub

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What happens when gas prices hit $4?

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What happens when gas prices hit $4?

Data shows that surpassing $4/gallon is a behavioral tipping point.

Are gas stations price gouging customers? Here’s what the data shows

Fuel & Convenience

Are gas stations price gouging customers? Here’s what the data shows

When prices jump quickly — especially during global events like the current war in Iran — it can feel like someone along the chain must be profiting. But the data tells a very different story.

The income divide: Why behavior is diverging and how retailers can respond

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The income divide: Why behavior is diverging and how retailers can respond

Upside’s latest exclusive report uncovers a paradox in consumer behavior, one with significant implications for retailers.

Tracking retail fuel trends, March 2026: Iran one month later

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Tracking retail fuel trends, March 2026: Iran one month later

Get a comprehensive look at the state of fuel, one month into the United States’ consequential war with Iran.

Winning the dining decision with smarter value, not deeper discounts

Restaurant

Winning the dining decision with smarter value, not deeper discounts

How casual dining restaurants can capture incremental visits in a more competitive landscape

Strait of Hormuz: Impact & Response Hub

Multi-Vertical

Strait of Hormuz: Impact & Response Hub

Track the latest developments in the Iran conflict and their impact on global oil markets and gas prices. We break down what’s driving volatility, what it means for fuel retailers and consumers, and what to watch next.

Five shifts reshaping grocery shopping in 2026

Grocery

Five shifts reshaping grocery shopping in 2026

Key takeaways on uncommitted shoppers from Upside’s recent conversation with Save A Lot and Progressive Grocer

How Upside’s personalized promotions drive profitable behavior change

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How Upside’s personalized promotions drive profitable behavior change

A more precise approach to influencing behavior, improving ROI, and protecting margins

Meet ‘The Total,’ your bottom line for retail insights

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Meet ‘The Total,’ your bottom line for retail insights

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