August 11, 2026 Deep Dive Databank Members Consumer Sentiment Weakens Despite Softer Inflation Perceptions: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid Middle-East conflict and inflation? We review our latest US consumer sentiment and inflation awareness and responses to inflation.
August 10, 2026 Market Navigators/Market Outlook Premium Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—How Quick Commerce, AI and Polarized Consumer Needs Are Shaping CompetitionUS grocery retailing in 2026: Explore how scale, AI, quick commerce, value and wellness are reshaping competition and growth across the sector.
August 9, 2026 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: US Department Stores Are Entering an Execution-Led Reset, with Aditya KaushikUS department stores are entering a new phase focused on store productivity, stronger execution and better customer experiences rather than expansion.
August 7, 2026 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 31: Apparel Sector Leads Both Openings and Closures as Vuori Adds Its First UK Outlet StoreOur 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 Footasylum, Mountain Warehouse, Rituals, TGJones and more.
August 7, 2026 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 31: Birkenstock Opens Two US StoresOur 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 Birkenstock, JCPenney, Lidl and more.
August 6, 2026 Store Tracker | Databank Members US Store Openings and Closures Midyear 2026 Review and Outlook: Declining Closures Stabilize the Market and Drive GrowthReview US store closures and openings data so far in 2026, and understand how those impact predictions for the rest of the year: Will US retail close 7,900 stores and open 5,500 stores in 2026?
August 5, 2026 Store Tracker Premium Chasing the Consumer: How Retail Footprints Are Catching Up to the Migration WaveUS migration is reshaping retail demand as retailers shift store footprints toward affordable markets. This report examines store openings, closures and active locations from 2019 to 2025 to reveal where retail expansion is following population and spending power.
August 4, 2026 Insight Report Premium Earnings Insights 2Q26, Week 3: Coca-Cola and Amazon Post Strong Growth; Procter & Gamble and Mondelez Contend with Softer ProfitabilityEarnings Insights 2Q26 Week examines Amazon, Mondelez, The Coca-Cola Company and other major retailers, tracking revenue trends, consumer behavior and technology initiatives.
August 4, 2026 Insight Report Premium 2026 US Retail Predictions Update: Five Predictions Tested by Macro ShocksDiscover how US retailers are navigating 2026’s macroeconomic shocks while consolidating market share through technology, experience and alternative revenue. We review our predictions for US retail for 2026.
August 3, 2026 Market Navigators/Market Outlook Premium Market Navigator: US Department Stores—The Execution Reset; How Store-Level Excellence Will Define the Next WinnersAnalysis of the US department store sector in 2026, covering store performance, market trends, category insights, digital adoption and competitive landscape.
August 3, 2026 Insight Report Premium Cracker Barrel Changes Course: New CEO Takes the Helm After Rebrand BacklashCracker Barrel’s CEO change follows a rebrand backlash and traffic declines. Learn what new leadership means for the iconic restaurant chain’s turnaround and what the learnings are for retail.
August 2, 2026 Analyst Corner Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Luxury’s Growth Engine Is Changing, with Charlie PoonThe global luxury goods market is entering a selective recovery as hard luxury and VIC-led brands outperform amid weaker aspirational demand through 2030.
July 31, 2026 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 30: Marks & Spencer Opens Two Food Stores and Closes OneOur 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 Marks & Spencer, Peacocks, TGJones, Rituals, Superdry and more.
July 31, 2026 Store Tracker Databank Members Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 30: West Marine Adds 32 Closures, Taking Its 2026 Total to 91Our 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 Albertsons, NIKE, West Marine, Petsense and more.
July 31, 2026 Insight Report Premium Capitalizing on the Moment: What the FIFA World Cup 2026 Reveals About Retail’s Attention EconomyThe FIFA World Cup 2026 drew stronger-than-expected consumer engagement, but retail spending was more selective and concentrated in host cities. This report examines how merchandise, dining, travel and localized retail strategies converted tournament attention into commercial opportunities.
