Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Databank Members 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
Event Coverage | April 9, 2026 Register for Free Access Shoptalk Spring 2026 Wrap-Up: Retail Insights Centered on AI Successes and ResultsDiscover how AI and agentic commerce are reshaping the retail landscape and driving new growth opportunities, with our concluding insights from Shoptalk Spring 2026. 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 8, 2026 Premium Supply Chain Insights for Food, Drug and Mass Retail: Technology, Resilience and the Path to Stronger MarginsThis report examines key challenges and solutions shaping the food, drug and mass supply chain, including tariffs, regulations, food waste and visibility gaps. 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
Insight Report | April 6, 2026 Premium February 2026 US Retail Sales: Weaker Core Performance and Divergent Sector TrendsGain key insights into the latest US retail sales trends for February 2026. This report offers a detailed analysis of US retail sales performance in February 2026, breaking down key trends by sector and providing insights into inflation trends affecting the market. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 5, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Middle East Energy Shock—Retail Faces a Deteriorating Context, with John MercerIn this Analyst Corner, we discuss updated data points on the impact of the Middle East energy shock, and the implications for US retail. Read More
Store Tracker | April 3, 2026 Databank Members Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Superdry To ExpandOur 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 The Original Factory Shop, Russell & Bromley, Jigsaw, Superdry, and more. Read More
Store Tracker | April 3, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Openings Down 47% Year Over YearOur 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 Zumiez, Nordstrom, CVS Health, Miniso, and more. Read More
Insight Report | April 2, 2026 Premium Once-Highflying Allbirds Sells Itself for a SongAllbirds, once with a $4.1 billion market capitalization, is selling its assets for $39 million. Read More
Store Tracker | April 2, 2026 Databank Members US Store Tracker Extra, March 2026: Total Opened Retail Space Exceeds 50 Million Square FeetIn March 2026, total opened retail space exceeds 50 million square feet, Coresight Research calculates. Discover insights into the shifting retail landscape and upcoming trends with the 2026 US Store Tracker Extra. Read More
Insight Report | April 1, 2026 Premium Kering and L’Oréal Finalize Strategic Partnership—Multibrand Luxury and Beauty Firms Focused on Core CapabilitiesKering and L’Oréal’s €4 billion partnership marks a shift in luxury beauty, with new licenses, acquisitions and a wellness JV. Read More
Deep Dive | March 31, 2026 Premium Agentic Commerce: The US’s Open Approach vs. China’s Vertical IntegrationExplore the divergent evolution of Agentic Commerce in the US and China. While China leverages vertically integrated super-apps like Qwen for seamless transactions, the US faces a fragmented landscape of open protocols and Amazon’s closed ecosystem. Learn how brands must adapt to remain “agent-friendly.” Read More