Deep Dive | May 2, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: A Potential Shift from Services to Retail?US consumers are not visiting restaurants as frequently as previously, likely due to inflation. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on proprietary survey data. Read More
Deep Dive | April 28, 2023 Premium Home and Home-Improvement Retail: Key Factors Influencing US ShoppersUsing proprietary survey data, we analyze the top five factors customers consider when choosing a specialist retailer in the US home and home-improvement sector. We also explore examples of specialist retailers meeting these factors, showcasing what retailers can do to meet customer expectations and preferences. Read More
Insight Report | April 28, 2023 Premium Bed Bath & Beyond: Which Retailers Are Set To Capture Market Share?We cover the circumstances that led to Bed Bath & Beyond filing for bankruptcy on April 23, 2023, including its key strategic failures and the retailers that will likely benefit from its bankruptcy. Read More
Deep Dive | April 27, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Working from Home, Returning to Stores and the Complex 2023 ConsumerWe examine the consumer demographics driving the different trends in avoidance and purchasing in 2023 versus 2022. Our US Consumer Tracker Extra takes a deeper dive into our weekly survey data and assesses the changing trends year over year. Read More
Insight Report | April 26, 2023 Premium Data Dive: What US, European and Australian Retailers Are Saying on CapexIn this Data Dive, we examine what major US, European and Australian companies are reporting on capital expenditures (capex)—their ongoing and planned investments in physical infrastructure such as stores, distribution and technology. Read More
Deep Dive | April 25, 2023 Premium US Apparel and Footwear Private Label: Consumer Attitudes and Inflation Present OpportunitiesPrivate label can help apparel and footwear retailers increase sales, reduce costs and increase margins. We dive into the state of the US apparel and footwear private-label market, including opportunities, key players and themes we are watching. Read More
Deep Dive | April 25, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Consumer Financial Security ImprovesUS consumers are reporting improved financial security this month compared to last. This US Consumer Tracker also includes profiles of consumers who avoid continue to public places and those who buy nonfood products from Amazon, as well as our regular weekly metrics. Read More
Deep Dive | April 18, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Hints of a More Active ConsumerCertain behaviors may indicate that consumers are beginning to get more active—crucial early signs for retailers. This US Consumer Tracker also includes profiles of consumers who avoid continue to public places and those who buy nonfood products from Amazon, as well as our regular weekly metrics. Read More
Deep Dive | April 13, 2023 Premium Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail MediaRetail media is a key advertising channel, providing retailers with a new revenue stream and marketers with a valuable opportunity to reach consumers. We highlight key industry trends in retail media and present selected companies globally whose technology solutions are helping retailers to build and optimize their retail media capabilities. Read More
Deep Dive | April 12, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Shoppers Show Reduced Awareness of Price IncreasesUS shoppers’ awareness of price increases is decreasing, according to our survey data. This US Consumer Tracker includes our four-weekly check on consumers’ reactions to inflation as well as our regular weekly metrics. Read More
Insight Report | April 11, 2023 Premium 4Q22 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventory Turnover Ratios Improve for Many RetailersOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Tracker analyzes inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 4Q22 and assess how and why levels are changing across various sectors. Read More
Store Tracker | April 6, 2023 Databank Members Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 14: Harbor Freight Tools and Urban Outfitters Drive US OpeningsOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week includes highlights from RH, Urban Outfitters and Walmart, among others. Read More
Deep Dive | April 5, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Conflicting Trends in Behavior, Plus an Early Look at Memorial Day PlansAs part of our weekly US Consumer Tracker, we discuss the complicated picture of US consumer behavior and sentiment, based on our proprietary survey findings. We also take an early look at consumers’ Memorial Day spending plans. Read More
Store Tracker | April 5, 2023 Databank Members US Store Tracker Extra, March 2023: Retailers To Close 31 Million Square Feet of Retail Space in 2023The 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 March 31, 2023, versus the comparable period in 2022. Read More
Deep Dive | April 5, 2023 Premium E-Commerce Outlook: European Apparel and Footwear—Poised for Growth in 2023 and BeyondIn this E-Commerce Outlook, we examine the performance and future prospects of online apparel and footwear sectors in France, Germany and the UK, as well as detail the competitive landscape, retail innovators and themes we are watching in 2023 and beyond. Read More
