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 15, 2024 Premium Top Tech for US Drugstores and Pharmacies: A Prescription for Digitally Enabled SuccessWe explore several of the technologies spurring innovation and change in the US drugstore and pharmacy sector, including artificial intelligence (AI) and central-fill technology. 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 29, 2024 Premium Kroger-Albertsons Merger in Jeopardy as FTC Sues To Block the DealThe FTC has filed a lawsuit to block the Kroger-Albertsons merger. We detail this development and its implications for national grocery chains, regional grocers and CPG suppliers. 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
Event Coverage | January 10, 2024 Premium CES 2024 Day One: Elevance Health, Intel, L’Oréal and Walmart Drive Customer-Centric InnovationWe present highlights from the first day of CES 2024, which featured a “State of the Industry” address by the CTA. Keynotes from major retailers provided insights on AI (artificial intelligence), customer-centric innovation, sustainability and more. 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 28, 2023 Premium Five Ways AI Is Being Used in Grocery RetailHow is AI (artificial intelligence) transforming retail? As part of a five-report series, we present five key applications of AI in the grocery sector, covering food-waste reduction, warehouse automation, livestreaming and more. Read More
Insight Report | November 22, 2023 Premium Holiday 2023: US Retail Update—What We’ve Seen So Far as Retail Heads into Black FridayWhat’s happened in the holiday season so far? We provide an update on US retail trends, considering retail sales, company commentary and shopper traffic. We also discuss the prospects for Black Friday retailing. 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 | October 31, 2023 Premium Earnings Insights 3Q23, Week 1: Deckers, Skechers, L’Oréal and Procter & Gamble Report Solid Results; Amazon Sees Further Improvement in Online SalesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports present insights on the performance of major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list, featuring management commentary on third-quarter 2023 earnings. This week, we offer highlights from companies that reported in the week ended October 29, 2023, which include Amazon, Albertsons, Columbia Sportswear and Deckers Outdoor Corporation. Read More
Store Tracker | October 31, 2023 Premium US Store Tracker Extra, October 2023: Retailers To Open 86 Million Square Feet of Retail Space This YearThe US will see 86 million square feet of retail space open in 2023. We detail retailers’ store closure and opening announcements from October 2023, including their square-footage impact. Read More