Market Navigators/Market OutlookMarket Navigator: US Apparel and Footwear—Solid Spending Growth, Shifting Share and Uneven Execution Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Retail Research August 17, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how US apparel and footwear bands and retailers are performing in the current environment of shifting economic conditions, Iran conflict and inflation pressures. Read this report to discover answer to these questions: Discover which apparel and footwear retailers are leading in sales, traffic, and productivity in 2026. Learn how department stores, specialty, off-price, and online retailers are performing. Examine store footprint rationalization, category shifts, and consumer behavior trends. Explore digital tools, omnichannel integration, and AI adoption shaping the sector. Gain actionable insights for strategy, portfolio management, and growth in US apparel and footwear retail. Companies mentioned in the report: Amazon, Walmart, American Eagle Outfitters, Abercrombie & Fitch, Fast Retailing, H&M, Gap, Inc., NIKE, Adidas, Columbia Sportswear, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Costco, Crocs, Deckers Outdoor Corporation, JD Sports, Levi’s. Ralph Lauren, Puma, Lululemon Athletica, Macy’s, Kohl’s, TJX Companies, Ross Stores, Burlington Stores, Nordstrom, Academy Sports and Outdoor, Skechers. Data in this research report include: Store revenue and productivity, store footprints and closures, sales per store and per sq. ft., category breakdowns, consumer survey trends, digital adoption, and competitive landscape analysis. Other relevant research: Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Purchase this report. Buy Now This document was generated for