Deep Dive | April 21, 2026 Databank Members Sentiment Improves Slightly; Tariff Pessimism Eases; Inflation Awareness Highly Salient: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid Middle-East conflict, inflation and tariffs? 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
Store Tracker | April 17, 2026 Premium Canada Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026: Dollarama and Pet Valu To Open StoresOur Canada Store Tracker series reports on store closures, openings in Canada. In this report, we highlight store openings and closures by Couche-Tard, Jack & Jones, Dollarama, Pet Valu and more. Read More
Store Tracker | April 17, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: Lidl To Open 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 New Look, Lidl, Bodycare, Jollyes, and more. Read More
Store Tracker | April 17, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: 7-Eleven Announces Store ClosuresOur 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 7-Eleven, Apple, Rural King, and more. Read More
Deep Dive | April 15, 2026 Premium Retail Tech for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—PlaybookRetailers currently have a window to experiment with and perfect new technologies—particularly AI-driven search, discovery and personalization—before holiday 2026. Read More
Deep Dive | April 14, 2026 Databank Members Consumers Pull Back—Sentiment Sinks as Gas Prices Crowd Out Services: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories. Read More
Insight Report | April 14, 2026 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce and In-Store Growth Rebound Amid Geopolitical UncertaintyGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on e-commerce growth, in-store sales trends, and the impact of geopolitical challenges. Read More
Insight Report | April 13, 2026 Premium Unilever’s Exit from Food Pitches It Head to Head with Procter & Gamble in HPCDiscover how Unilever’s strategic exit from food is reshaping the competitive landscape in global consumer packaged goods (CPG). Read More
Deep Dive | April 13, 2026 Premium Supply Chains Insights for Apparel, Footwear and Department Stores: Transforming with AI and Real‑Time ForecastingExplore how supply chain issues affect apparel and footwear market, with insights on technological solutions and strategies. Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Premium Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 14: Topps Tiles 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 Topps Tiles, Co-op, R.M. Williams, Sports Direct, and more. Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion PlanOur 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 Urban Outfitters, Trader Joe’s Yesway, and more. Read More
Deep Dive | April 8, 2026 Premium US Department Stores Show Signs of Improvement: Is the Reset Working?Explore the resurgence of US department stores, with Macy’s and Dillard’s leading the way through strategic store modernization, curated assortments and improved customer service. Read More
Deep Dive | April 7, 2026 Databank Members Seasonal Shopping, 2Q26—Expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day; Plus, Holiday 2026 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraWill US consumers celebrate or spend on key events in the second quarter this year? This month’s US Consumer Survey Insights Extra—Seasonal Shopping report analyzes consumer expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, as well as for the end-of-year holiday season. Read More
Deep Dive | April 7, 2026 Databank Members Consumer Sentiment Hits New Low; Many Consumers Cut Back on Eating Out Amid High Gas Prices: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories. Read More
Deep Dive | April 6, 2026 Premium The Middle East Energy Shock and the US Consumer: Lessons from 2022—Sustained Impacts Risk Trickle-Up EffectExplore the potential impact of the Iran-driven energy shock on US consumer behavior, drawing insights from the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict-induced oil price hike. Read More