Deep Dive | September 3, 2024 Premium Department Stores in Focus—Kohl’s and Macy’s Lead the Way: US Consumer Survey InsightsWhich department stores are popular, and what are department-store shoppers buying? We analyze new survey findings to assess US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment—this week, with an added focus on the department store sector. Read More
Insight Report | July 16, 2024 Premium June 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Slumps as Only Department Stores See ImprovementIn June 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by less than 2% year over year, the worst recorded rate since April 2023. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | June 19, 2024 Premium May 2024 US Retail Sales: Solid Growth Continues as Department Stores ReboundIn May 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by nearly 3% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Market Outlook | December 7, 2023 Premium US Department Stores—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Soft Sales Growth; Opportunities in Different Store Formats and Alternative ModelsDiscover the prospects for department store retailing in the US in 2024, as well as themes to watch in the sector. Read More
Market Outlook | October 18, 2023 Premium Market Navigator: US Department Stores—Softness Ahead Despite Opportunities in Experiences and Alternative ModelsWe present our definitive guide on the US department store sector. In this Market Navigator report, we explore the sector’s size, trajectory, growth factors and competitive landscape; provide consumer survey analysis; and cover themes and innovators we are watching in the space. Read More
Market Outlook | October 11, 2023 Premium Research Preview: Market Navigator—US Department StoresThis Research Preview provides an early look at our forthcoming Market Navigator on US department stores. We analyze market growth, the competitive landscape, key themes and more. Read More
Market Outlook | July 18, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: Department Stores in China—Consumer Shift Toward E-Commerce Squeezes SalesWe dive into the Chinese department stores sector—covering its size and competitive landscape, as well as factors and themes impacting its growth—to offer insights that can help relevant department stores, brands and retailers. Read More
Free Data Graphic | February 9, 2023 Free Report Coresight Bites: US Department Stores—Market OutlookWe present Coresight Bites: US Department Stores—Market Outlook Read More
Deep Dive | February 7, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: UK Department Stores—Slimmed Down and Shaping UpWe analyze how UK department stores are adapting to reach modern consumers. We analyze the size and growth prospects of the market and detail the competitive landscape and key themes we are watching. Read More
Market Outlook | February 6, 2023 Premium Market Outlook: US Department Stores—Innovation Amid New ChallengesWe explore how US department stores are innovating amid new challenges. We analyze the size and growth prospects of the market and detail the competitive landscape and key themes we are watching. Read More
Deep Dive | January 17, 2023 Premium E-Commerce Outlook: US Department Stores—Digital Slows as Consumers Shop in StoresWe explore the US department store sector’s recent online performance and future e-commerce prospects, as well the strategies that major players Kohl’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom are implementing in the online space. Read More
Deep Dive | May 5, 2022 Premium Seizing Opportunities in Active, Athleisure and Casual Apparel: US Department Stores Diversify Fashion OfferingsDepartment stores’ apparel assortment has traditionally been weighted toward dressy apparel. We explore and analyze the opportunity for department stores to shift their apparel mix to more casual attire to reflect consumer demands. Read More
Free Data Graphic | March 23, 2022 Free Report Three Things You Need To Know: Global Luxury Department Stores—How Are They Evolving?We present Three Things You Need To Know: Global Luxury Department Stores—How Are They Evolving? Read More
Deep Dive | March 7, 2022 Premium Global Luxury Department Stores: How Are They Evolving?The pandemic provided luxury department stores with an opportunity to reinvent themselves. We present our outlook for the global sector’s recovery and explore five key ways in which luxury department stores are evolving to remain relevant. Read More
Deep Dive | February 15, 2022 Premium Beauty at US Department Stores: Four Growth OpportunitiesBeauty comprises one of the smallest portfolio categories across major US department stores, representing huge opportunity for retailers to expand in this category. We analyze the performance of, and outlook for, beauty sales in department store retail and explore four key areas of growth for the category—covering live selling, inclusivity and more. Read More
