Analyst Corner | March 15, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Navigating the “SaaSpocalypse,” with John HarmonSaaS stocks have been buffeted by investor fears that agentic AI would supplant their platforms. Read More
Insight Report | March 13, 2026 Premium Impact of Saks Store Closures on Competitors: Strategic Opportunities and Proximity AnalysisWe explore which major retail competitors stand to gain the most from Saks Global’s 2026 store closures, including Macy’s, Nordstrom and off-price retailers like Marshalls and Ross Dress for Less. This report analyzes how these competitors are positioned to capture market share in key regions impacted by Saks’ exit. Read More
Store Tracker | March 13, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: The Original Factory Shop Continues Store ClosuresOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Pagazzi, The Original Factory Shop, Marks & Spencer, Mango and more. Read More
Store Tracker | March 13, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: US Store Openings Gain Momentum—BJ’s, Burlington Stores, Abercrombie & Fitch and MoreOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Grocery Outlet, Saks Fifth Avenue, Burlington Stores, Nordstrom and more. Read More
Insight Report | March 11, 2026 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales DeclineGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on the resilience of the beauty sector and the challenges facing health and food categories. Read More
Store Tracker | March 6, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: Marks & Spencer Leads Store OpeningsOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Clarks, Matalan, Marks & Spencer, Rituals and more. Read More
Store Tracker | March 6, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: The TJX Companies and Ross Stores Announce Store ExpansionsOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Ross Stores, PGA Tour Superstore, Winn-Dixie and more. Read More
Deep Dive | March 3, 2026 Databank Members Financial Sentiment Falls Despite Supreme Court Move to Strike Down Tariffs: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment. Read More
Store Tracker | February 27, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 8: Claire’s To Close StoresOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Claire’s, Iceland, Tapi Carpets & Floors, The Food Warehouse and more. Read More
Store Tracker | February 27, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 8: Floor & Decor, Sprouts Farmers Market and The Home Depot Announce Store ExpansionOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Wawa, Sprouts Farmers Market, Sheetz and more. Read More
Deep Dive | February 24, 2026 Databank Members Financial Optimism Hits Six-Month High; Consumers Adapt to Tariffs and Inflation: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment, consumers’ perceptions of the impacts of tariffs and consumers’ inflation awareness and responses to inflation. Read More
Analyst Corner | February 22, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: US Retail Inflation Rises to Its Highest Level in 2.5 Years, with John MercerInflation in US retailing has risen to its highest level since August 2023, according to Coresight Research estimates. January 2026 saw a marked acceleration in inflation across general merchandise and apparel. We discuss the details and implications. Read More
Store Tracker | February 20, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 7: Aritzia and Trader Joe’s Announces Store OpeningsOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Aritzia, IKEA, Trader Joe’s and more. Read More
Deep Dive | February 18, 2026 Databank Members Financial Optimism Remains Firm Since the Start of the Year: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment. Read More
Analyst Corner | February 15, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Europe Maintains Its Leadership in Retail-as-a-Service, by John MercerThis week’s Analyst Corner discusses retail-as-a-service (RaaS) models from European and UK retailers; these offer infrastructure such as end-to-end e-commerce, shipping or logistics to brands or other retailers. Read More