Insight Report | October 24, 2024 Premium US Dollar Stores Face a Slowdown—Is Temu To Blame?Historically, dollar stores have been known to thrive during tough economic times; however, US dollar-store chains are currently experiencing sluggish growth. Is Temu a principal reason for this weakness? We analyze proprietary survey data to find out. Read More
Insight Report | October 23, 2024 Premium October 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting 3% Retail Sales Growth at the Start of the Holiday SeasonThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of October 21, 2024. Read More
Insight Report | October 23, 2024 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store Sales Drive Total CPG Growth AccelerationIn partnership with Circana, we present data-driven insights into sales trends in the US CPG industry as of early October 2024, covering food & beverage, health & beauty, and general merchandise & homecare. Read More
Analyst Corner | October 20, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Has the Downfall of US Drugstores Begun?—with Madhav PitaliyaIn this week’s Analyst Corner, Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst, discusses concerning developments from major drugstore and pharmacy retailers, and dives into the various issues that they are grappling with, including regulatory pressures, low reimbursement rates, and competition from the direct-to-consumer (DTC) model. Read More
Store Tracker | October 18, 2024 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 42: 7-Eleven and Walgreens To Close Nearly 400 Additional StoresOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from 7-Eleven, Albertsons and Walgreens Boots Alliance, among other major retailers. Read More
Insight Report | October 17, 2024 Premium China’s National Day Golden Week 2024: Wrap-Up—A Comeback for Consumption?Golden Week is a week-long national holiday in China, one characterized by travel and tourism spending. We analyze consumption and tourism trends observed during Golden Week 2024, examining what the results of the holiday week mean for the Chinese economy as a whole. Read More
Deep Dive | October 17, 2024 Databank Members Is China’s Stimulus Package Boosting Consumer Sentiment?: China Consumer Survey InsightsDiving into new survey data, we assess Chinese consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy, considering recent efforts by China to grow the economy. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends. Read More
Insight Report | October 16, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Expert Roundtable Shares Strategies To Combat Retail TheftWe present the latest developments in retail shrink, including insights from an expert roundtable on loss-prevention technology in the UK as well as new legislation in the US. Plus, dive into recent commentary on shrink from selected retailers. Read More
Insight Report | October 16, 2024 Premium Flipkart Big Billion Days 2024: Wrap-Up—Event Focuses on Value and Fast DeliveryIndia-based online marketplace Flipkart—majority owned by Walmart—held the 11th edition of its annual flagship shopping event, Big Billion Days, on September 27–October 6, 2024. We present key insights into BBD 2024, based on our observations and a company statement released by Flipkart. Read More
Deep Dive | October 15, 2024 Premium Data and AI in Retail Media—Collaboration and Data Cleansing Illuminate the Way ForwardWe explore how AI (artificial intelligence) can help brands, ad buyers and retailers solve retail media-related problems, as well as the benefits traditional AI can bring to the retail media market as a whole and potential applications for generative AI (GenAI). Read More
Store Tracker | October 11, 2024 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 41: Updates from Amazon, Primark and TescoOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from Amazon, Primark and Tesco, among other major retailers. Read More
Deep Dive | October 9, 2024 Databank Members Social Commerce in Focus—Opportunity for TikTok; Apparel Captures Attention: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow popular is social commerce, and what are social media shoppers buying? We analyze new survey findings to assess the role of social media in the shopping process. We also provide an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Event Presentation | October 7, 2024 Register for Free Access Groceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: All You Need To KnowThis presentation from the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch at Groceryshop 2024 outlines the competition’s format and judging panel as well as the 12 participating retail-technology innovators. Read More
Analyst Corner | October 6, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—US Grocery Retail: Analyzing the $1.5 Trillion Market with Sujeet NaikIn this week’s Analyst Corner, Sujeet Naik, Analyst, discusses key themes and growth drivers in the US grocery retail market. Discover the impacts of inflation, GLP-1 drugs and more on the trajectory of grocery retail sales. Read More
Infographic | October 4, 2024 Free Report Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week: US Grocery FocusDiscover key data points we are watching in week 40 of 2024. With a focus on the US grocery market, we offer insights on the competitive landscape, consumers’ responses to inflation, and more! Read More