Insight Report | July 8, 2024 Premium 1Q24 US Retail Inventory Insights: Inventory Turnover Ratios Improve Amid Economic ResilienceOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Insights series analyzes inventory trends in US retail. In this report, delve into trends by sector and inventory turnover ratios among major US retailers in 1Q24, and discover key management commentary on inventory levels. Read More
Deep Dive | June 19, 2024 Premium 1Q24 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Many Retail Companies Post Strong Sales ResultsWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms in the first quarter of 2024, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | April 30, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 1Q24, Week 1: L’Oréal and Skechers Report Positive Sales Growth, Columbia Sportswear and Levi’s Post Sales DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers. This week, there are highlights on first-quarter 2024 earnings from companies that reported in the week ended April 28, 2024, including Albertsons, L’Oréal, Skechers and Tractor Supply Company, among others. Read More
Deep Dive | April 16, 2024 Premium US Retail Loyalty Programs: Decoding Consumer Behavior To Build Lasting RelationshipsHow can US brands and retailers gain a competitive edge in long-term customer loyalty? We analyze proprietary survey findings to uncover what US consumers want from loyalty programs, and discuss the opportunities for retailers to drive engagement and sales through AI (artificial intelligence), gamification, experiential rewards and more. Read More
Deep Dive | April 9, 2024 Premium 4Q23 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Many Companies Report Better Performances Following the Holiday SeasonWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms in the fourth quarter of 2023, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | February 15, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Self-Checkout Challenges and a Rise in Shoplifting OffensesContinuing our regular series on retail shrink and organized retail crime (ORC), we focus this month on developments from the US, the UK and the Netherlands. We discuss a rise in shoplifting offenses, a new task force to combat theft, and more. Read More
Insight Report | February 6, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 1: Deckers, Clorox and Walgreens Report Strong Results; Columbia Sportswear Sees Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended February 4, 2024, including Albertsons, Columbia Sportswear, Procter & Gamble and Walgreens Boots Alliance. Read More
Insight Report | January 3, 2024 Premium 3Q23 US Retail Inventory Insights: Positive Factors Pave the Way for Better Inventory Turnover in the Holiday QuarterIn our quarterly US Retail Inventory Insights reports (formerly US Retail Inventory Tracker), we analyze inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 3Q23 and assess why levels may have changed from the year-ago period. Read More
Deep Dive | December 14, 2023 Premium 3Q23 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Mixed Performances Amid Weak Demand and Economic UncertaintyWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms in the third quarter of 2023, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Market Outlook | December 6, 2023 Premium US Grocery—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Growth To Soften Amid Declining InflationDiscover the prospects for grocery retailing in the US in 2024, as well as themes to watch in the sector. Read More
Insight Report | November 15, 2023 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Shoplifting and Theft Patterns from Government Data, Anti-Theft Measures and Retailer CommentaryContinuing our monthly series on retail shrink and organized retail crime (ORC), we analyze recently released administrative data on shoplifting and retail theft in the UK, the US and Australia, and present recent developments and retailer commentary from these regions. Read More
Deep Dive | September 21, 2023 Premium 2Q23 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: A Mixed Picture Due to Weak Demand and Higher Interest RatesCoresight Research offers analysis of the second quarter of 2023 performance of Coresight 100 companies mostly based in the US. We assess the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms in terms of revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | September 13, 2023 Premium Kroger and Albertsons To Divest 413 Stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers in a $1.9 Billion DealKroger and Albertsons have entered into a definitive agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers to sell physical locations in the US. We detail the agreement and the geographies that will likely see store divestitures, based on our analysis of the grocery companies’ store locations. Read More
Insight Report | August 1, 2023 Premium Earnings Insights 2Q23, Week 1: Albertsons, Crocs, L’Oréal, Walgreens and More Post Positive Performance; Levi’s Sees Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports present insights on the performance of major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, featuring management commentary on second-quarter 2023 earnings. This week, we offer highlights from companies that reported in the week ended July 30, 2023, which include Albertsons Companies, Crocs and Deckers Outdoor. Read More
Market Outlook | June 26, 2023 Premium Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Exploring Growth, Inflation, Competition, Trends and StrategiesWe present a definitive guide on the US grocery retail market. In this Market Navigator report, we explore market size and trajectory, growth factors, the competitive landscape, consumer survey analysis, themes we are watching, retail innovators in the space, and more. Read More