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Store Tracker | March 3, 2023 Premium

Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 9: US Openings Up 21%

Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from At Home, Bath & Body Works, Camping World, Grocery Outlet, Meijer, Outdoor Voices, Schnucks and Walmart, among others.

Insight Report | March 2, 2023 Premium

February 2023 Monthly Consumer Update: US, UK and China

Analyzing consumer demand from January 2023, retail sales slowed (but remained positive) in both the US and UK, while they declined in China. Our Monthly Consumer Update assesses these trends and considers wage growth, and food and fuel prices in these three markets.

Deep Dive | March 2, 2023 Premium

E-Commerce Outlook: US Home-Improvement Market—Retailers Expand Their Online Offerings

We explore the US home-improvement sector’s recent online performance, as well as future e-commerce prospects and the online strategies of many major players and innovators, including Floor & Decor, Home Depot and Lowe’s.

Deep Dive | March 2, 2023 Premium

European Grocery Retail Dynamics Amid Broader Inflationary Trends

European consumers and retailers are under pressure amid an energy crisis and mounting concerns over a possible economic downturn. We discuss EU and UK grocery retail sales and inflation metrics in the context of broader inflationary pressures.

Store Tracker | March 2, 2023 Premium

US Store Tracker Extra, February 2023: Tractor Supply Openings Drive Total New Retail Space to 33 Million Square Feet

The US Store Tracker Extra monthly series offers insight into retailers’ store closure and opening announcements and details on closures and openings as a percentage of total store base and square-footage impact. This report also offers a comparison between year-to-date announced closures and openings, as of February 24, 2023, versus the comparable period in 2022.

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Premium

Digitally Native Vertical Brands in the US Beauty Market: Unique Brand Positioning and Expanded Partnerships Fuel Growth

We discuss the growth and competitive landscape of DNVBs (digitally native vertical brands) in the US beauty market—including trends that brands are leveraging to better serve this market and capitalize on its opportunities.

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Premium

Inflection Points in the Global Economy in 2023

Key interest-rate decisions taken by central banks impact the financial market, including inflation rates and currency exchange rates. We identify inflection points in the global economy in 2023, with a focus on developments in the US, the UK, China and the EU (European Union).

Insight Report | March 1, 2023 Free Report

Five Strategies for Success in US Grocery Retail: Leveraging First-Party Data To Offer a Connected Shopping Experience

We present five key strategies for grocery retailers to win customers while ensuring long-term retention, with a focus on using first-party data to drive personalization. Our insights cover loyalty programs, retail media and more. This free report is produced in partnership with Swiftly.

Free Data Graphic | February 28, 2023 Free Report

Three Things You Need To Know: US CPG—The Consumer Health Category

We present Three Things You Need To Know: US CPG—The Consumer Health Category

Infographic | February 28, 2023 Free Report

Next-Generation Product Information Management: From Spreadsheets to AI—Free Infographic

We present selected insights into product information management (PIM), covering current challenges faced by brands and retailers, and the benefits of AI (artificial intelligence)-driven PIM, based on Coresight Research survey findings. This free infographic is sponsored by Digital Wave Technology.

Insight Report | February 28, 2023 Premium

Earnings Insights 4Q22, Week 5: Floor & Decor, TJX and Walmart Post Solid Sales Momentum; Alibaba and Home Depot See Slowed Growth

The Earnings Insights series features highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, as they report fourth-quarter 2022 earnings. This week, includes highlights from Alibaba, Bath & Body Works, Floor & Decor Holdings and more.

Deep Dive | February 28, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Consumer Sentiment Rises

Consumers are feeling more positive about the outlook for the economy and their personal finances. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 27, 2023 Premium

Head-to-Head in Global Convenience-Store Retailing: Seven & i vs. Alimentation Couche-Tard

As part of our Head-to-Head series, we compare Alimentation Couche-Tard and Seven & i, two leading convenience-store retailers. We provide insights into key elements of their businesses, covering revenue, operating margins and brick-and-mortar, digital and overall growth strategies.

Deep Dive | February 27, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Move Grocery Shopping Online

In a major channel swing, consumers have shifted online for food shopping. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Insight Report | February 27, 2023 Premium

US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker: January 2023 Clothing and Footwear Spending Shows Continued Strong Growth

The Coresight Research US Apparel and Beauty Spending Tracker provides a monthly update on the trajectory of consumer spending on beauty, clothing and footwear. In this report, we discuss data from January 2023, showing that clothing and footwear spending is up 6.3% year over year.