March 11, 2025 Innovator Profile Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Sotira—Managing Reverse Logistics and Offloading Surplus Inventory with AIAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present Sotira, whose AI-powered software monetizes surplus inventory.
March 11, 2025 Innovator Profile Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Selectika—Enhancing Online Product Discovery Through Intelligent Metadata EnrichmentAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present Selectika, whose tech solution for intelligent metadata enrichment is transforming product discovery in fashion e-commerce.
March 11, 2025 Innovator Profile Premium Innovator Profile: PlayAbly—Creating Engaging, Branded Experiences with AI-Powered Shoppable GamesAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present PlayAbly, whose AI-powered shoppable games drive consumer engagement and conversion for brands.
March 10, 2025 Insight Report Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce Sales Surge, Outpacing In-Store GrowthIn partnership with Circana, we present data-driven insights into sales trends in the US CPG industry as of late February 2025, covering the food & beverage, health & beauty, and general merchandise & homecare categories.
March 10, 2025 Deep Dive Databank Members Financial Confidence Falls to New Low Following US Tariff Imposition: China Consumer Survey InsightsWe analyze new, proprietary survey data on consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy in China, against a backdrop of new US tariffs. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends.
March 10, 2025 Innovator Profile Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Lumi AI—Uncovering Hidden Value with Automated Data IntelligenceAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present Lumi AI, a data analysis solution that unlocks hidden value for retail businesses.
March 10, 2025 Innovator Profile Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Big Sur AI—Boosting Brands’ Profitability with Commerce-First AI AgentsAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present Big Sur AI, whose commerce-first AI (artificial intelligence) platform helps brands and retailers boost profitability through task-specific AI agents.
March 10, 2025 Innovator Profile Register for Free Access Innovator Profile: Wayvee Analytics—Analyzing Customer Emotions to Boost Store and Shelf PerformanceAs part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Shoptalk Spring 2025, we present Wayvee Analytics, which analyzes in-store shoppers’ emotions to measure customer satisfaction and purchase intent.
March 9, 2025 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: US Shoppers Are Worried About Higher Prices from Tariffs—Consumer Survey Insights with John MercerIn this week’s Analyst Corner, John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research, discusses highlights from our latest consumer data on tariff perceptions.
March 7, 2025 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 10: US Store Openings Exceed 2,000Our Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight recent store opening and closure announcements from Big Lots, Forever 21, Ross Stores and The TJX Companies. Non-store-closure news includes CEO changes at both Albertsons and Kroger.
March 7, 2025 Infographic Free Report Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 10: Inflation, Tariffs and Consumer SentimentDiscover key data points we are watching in week 10 of 2025. This week, we focus on US consumer perceptions of inflation, tariffs and the economy, presenting highlights from our survey-driven research.
March 6, 2025 Store Tracker Databank Members US Store Tracker Extra, February 2025: Bankruptcies Push Total Closed Retail Space Toward 85 Million Square FeetIn February, closures by CVS and Joann pushed total closed retail space for 2025 closer to 85 million square feet, according to Coresight Research estimates. Discover US retailers’ latest store closure and opening announcements, as well as the square-footage impacts of these developments.
March 5, 2025 Deep Dive Premium US Retail—Real Estate Insights: Embracing Small Store Formats, Immersive Experiences and Emerging TechnologiesExplore how small-format stores, technology integration and immersive retail experiences are becoming success factors for retailers. We also analyze store openings and closures, as well as recent traffic trends, to shed light on the relationship between retailers and real estate companies.
March 5, 2025 Insight Report Premium US Tariffs on Canada and Mexico: What US Consumers ThinkNew US tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China will impact multiple retail categories, with implications for consumers. We summarize category-level exposure to these countries, and present new, proprietary US consumer survey findings on perceptions of tariffs.
March 5, 2025 Infographic Free Report Earnings Insights 4Q24, Week 5: Most Companies Report Strong Growth Results This Week—InfographicDiscover the latest revenue and EPS (earnings per share) data from week five of the 4Q24 (fourth quarter of 2024) earnings season with this infographic, covering various companies that reported in the week, including Bath & Body Works, The Home Depot and The TJX Companies, among others.
