State of the Retail Sector

This report provides background and analysis on changing retail trends.

San Francisco's retail neighborhoods will need to adapt to these changing trends. This analysis can guide policy changes, programs, and other strategies.

This report covers:

1. National changes to the retail, restaurant, and personal services industries

2. Factors required to support successful San Francisco retail districts

3. Opportunities, costs, and challenges for retail, restaurant, and personal services businesses

4. Changes that businesses are making in response to changing conditions

Read the State of the Retail Sector report (February 2018)