Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Ethosphere—Turning Retail Sales-Floor Conversations Into Operational Insights Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 11, 2026 Reasons to ReadLearn how Ethosphere is turning in-store conversations into actionable operational insights. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does Ethosphere’s voice AI platform capture and analyze in-store conversations to improve retail operations? What role does conversation data play in understanding employee engagement and customer interactions on the sales floor? How can retailers use structured insights from store-level conversations to enhance employee coaching and improve performance? How does Ethosphere help retailers identify trends and patterns in how store associates handle customer inquiries? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:What Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Premium Subscriber Call, February 2025Shoptalk Spring 2026: Day 1—Agentic Commerce and AI-Driven Personalization; Retail Media Innovation and Omnichannel Data; Emotional Connection and Loyalty in the AI EraRetail Trends and Shopper Traffic Update, Q3: Early Findings & Strategic OutlookRolling Metric Stabilizes: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 38, 2025—Infographic
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Coframe—Using AI-Driven Experimentation to Optimize Digital Storefront Performance Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 11, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Coframe is revolutionizing website optimization with AI-powered experimentation. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does Coframe’s AI platform optimize digital storefronts and drive higher engagement and conversion rates? What are the benefits of automating website experimentation compared to traditional A/B testing methods? How does Coframe use user behavior data to generate and test new website variations automatically? How can retailers increase experimentation cycles and improve website performance more frequently with Coframe’s platform? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Economic Confidence Climbs; Financial Optimism Turns Positive: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 23, 2025—InfographicAnalyst Corner: Three Consumer-Focused Predictions for US Retail for the Second Half of 2025, with Anand KumarInnovator Profile: RetailReady—Transforming Retail Compliance with AI and Computer VisionUS Store Tracker Extra, May 2026: Boot Barn Takes Total Open Retail Space to 59 Million Square Feet
Insight ReportUS CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales Decline Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 11, 2026 Reasons to ReadGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on the resilience of the beauty sector and the challenges facing health and food categories. This report dives deep into CPG e-commerce growth, total sales trends, and how evolving consumer preferences are driving overall CPG sales growth in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is the CPG e-commerce growth decelerating, and what’s impacting the overall market performance? What’s behind the significant slowdown in in-store sales, and how is it affecting total CPG sales growth? How are health and beauty e-commerce sales performing, and what factors are contributing to the continued resilience in the beauty category? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Colgate-Palmolive, Procter & Gamble, TikTok, Ulta Beauty, PepsiCo, Danone, Kimberly-Clark. Data in this report include: Year-over-year growth rates for CPG e-commerce and in-store sales; Breakdown of CPG sales growth by department; Insights into food & beverage market growth and beauty category growth. Other relevant research: The US Online Grocery Surge: What’s Driving It, Who’s Shopping and Why the Momentum Is Here To Stay More reports in our US CPG Sales Tracker series. Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:How the US–Iran Deal Changes the Inflation Outlook for RetailAnalyst Corner: The Shifting “Friction Gap” Between Stores and E-Commerce Is Benefitting Digital Channels, with John MercerGlobal Luxury—Real Estate Insights: Brands Move from Tenants to Landlords, with Innovative, Experience-Rich FlagshipsThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 7: Consumer Sentiment Focus
InfographicSector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data Graphic Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US off-price sector in this graphic. Head to our US Consumer Survey Insights Databank for the full selection of data from our quarterly sector surveys. Find our full selection of US Consumer Survey Insights reports and data graphics here. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:NextGen 2025 Highlights: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, July 2025Online Shopping in Focus—Amazon Dominates E-Commerce Competition: US Consumer Survey InsightsShoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Preview—12 Innovators Leveling Up the Customer Experience and Streamlining OperationsAmazon Apparel US Consumer Survey 2026: Growth Opportunities in Value, AI and Omnichannel Retail
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Bayezon AI—Enabling Agentic Commerce with AI-Driven Shopping Agents Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover how Bayezon AI is shaping the future of agentic commerce with AI-powered shopping agents. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is Bayezon enabling retailers to support AI agents in their commerce systems? What role do AI-driven shopping assistants play in product discovery and purchasing? How does Bayezon’s platform enhance personalized shopping experiences through conversational AI? What does the growing consumer engagement with AI-assisted shopping mean for retailers? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: All Things Tech at Shoptalk Spring 2025 with John HarmonRetailTech: Empowering Retail’s Front Line, Creating Smarter Stores—Five Tech-Driven Strategies for Associate EnablementAgentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Make Their Products Discoverable and Shoppable for 800 Million ChatGPT UsersLower-Income Sentiment Continues to Weaken; Plus, Off-Price and Dollar Stores in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Azoma—Optimizing Product Visibility for AI-Driven and Agentic Commerce Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Azoma is shaping the future of AI-driven retail. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How can retailers optimize their product listings for visibility in AI-assisted shopping environments? What new technologies are enabling brands to participate in agentic commerce? How does Azoma’s platform help retailers structure product information for AI systems? What role does AI play in the future of product discovery, comparison, and purchasing? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US Apparel and Footwear Retailing: Market Forecast and Competitive Landscape—Digital Players, Off-Pricers and Warehouse Clubs Poised To Gain ShareWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 51: Retailers Announce More Than 1,000 Store Openings for 2026Rolling Metric Improves This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 41, 2025—Data GraphicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 33: US Consumers’ Tariff Perceptions
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Autolane—Operating Infrastructure for Autonomous Curbside Logistics Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Autolane is transforming curbside logistics for autonomous vehicles. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is Autolane’s platform helping retailers and commercial property owners manage autonomous vehicle interactions? What are the key challenges in coordinating autonomous vehicle operations at high-traffic retail destinations? How does Autolane’s infrastructure improve the efficiency of curbside pickup and delivery services? What role does cloud-based software play in optimizing parking and vehicle coordination at commercial properties? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: How Is AI Shaping MarTech?—Transforming Your Strategy via Agentic AI, with Manik BhatiaHoliday 2024: UK Retail Wrap-Up—Cautious Spending and Late Shopping Fuel Volatile Peak TradingUS Online Grocery Survey 2025: Full-Basket Orders Increase as Delivery Retains Its DominanceHigher-Income Sentiment Declines; Holiday Shopping Lull Before a Promotional Surge: US Consumer Survey Insights
Insight ReportCEO Brief: Iran Energy Shock—US Consumer Economy and Retail Impacts John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how the Middle East energy shock is impacting US consumer behavior and the retail sector, with potential ripple effects on the economy. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How has the conflict in Iran affected oil and gasoline prices, and what does this mean for US consumers? What can we learn from the historical comparison to the Ukraine conflict regarding fuel price increases? How might higher gasoline prices and mortgage rate changes impact consumer confidence and discretionary spending? What are the wider impacts on retail, including potential revenue and cost pressures on companies? How could the duration of the conflict influence broader economic and retail sector trends? Our analysis in this report is as of March 9, 2026. For the latest consumer sentiment data, see our US Consumer Survey Insights reports. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Amazon Prime Day India 2025: Preview—Capitalizing on E-Commerce Momentum; Unlocking Small-Town Potential Through Speed and ValueUS Apparel and Footwear Retailing: Market Forecast and Competitive Landscape—Digital Players, Off-Pricers and Warehouse Clubs Poised To Gain ShareWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 49: Claire’s Closes 150 Stores; Oliver Bonas To Open 20 StoresResearch Preview: Agentic Commerce—Retail Moves to Product Visibility and Checkout on ChatGPT
Deep DiveLower-Income Consumers’ Financial Sentiment Hits Record Low Amid Iran Conflict: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 10, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how US consumers are reacting to shifting economic conditions, inflation pressures and tariffs in the new year. Read this report to discover answer to this question: How is consumer sentiment diverging across income groups—and what does this mean for premium versus value retail performance? Data in this research report include: Consumer sentiment by income and time; and retailer and category-level shopping data. Other relevant research: Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. CEO Brief: Iran Energy Shock—US Consumer Economy and Retail Impacts Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: Decoding the Resurgence of Online Grocery Retail in the US, with Sujeet NaikUS CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store CPG Sales Fall While Beauty Remains ResilientJanuary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Mid-Single-Digit Growth for the Start of 2025Tariffs Prompt Pull-Forward Purchases: What Are Consumers Buying Early?—Data Graphic
InfographicSector Focus: Home and Home-Improvement Shopping—Data Graphic Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 9, 2026 Reasons to ReadOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US home and home-improvement sector in this graphic. Head to our US Consumer Survey Insights Databank for the full selection of data from our quarterly sector surveys. Find our full selection of US Consumer Survey Insights reports and data graphics here. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:6.18 Shopping Festival Helps Lift Consumer Sentiment After Recent Lows: China Consumer Survey InsightsStretching Budgets and Shifting Choices: Navigating Back-to-School 2025—Data GraphicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 19: Home Bargains To Open StoresConfidence and Couture—Consumer Sentiment Ticks Up, Gucci Leads in Luxury: US Consumer Survey Insights
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Analyzing Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions for the Apparel, Footwear and Department Store Sectors, with Aditya Kaushik Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 8, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the key challenges and opportunities reshaping supply chains in the apparel, footwear and department store sectors. Learn how accelerating fashion cycles, geopolitical uncertainties, increasing returns and new technological innovations are transforming the way retailers operate and respond to consumer demands. Every Analyst Corner also includes a roundup of research and data published that week, as well as highlighting upcoming reports to look out for from Coresight Research. Reasons to Read This Report: What are the main factors driving change in apparel, footwear, and department store supply chains? What are the immediate actionable strategies retailers can adopt in the next 12 months to improve efficiency and resilience? Other relevant research: All Analyst Corners Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Powering Next-Gen Retail Stores with Advanced Network Connectivity—Data GraphicAI Insights: How World Models, VLA and Physical AI Advance Retail AutomationWhat Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Insights Presented at RLC Global Forum 2025September 2025 US Retail Sales: Delayed Government Data Show Strong Retail Growth in September
Event CoverageEssential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2026: Retail in the Age of AI—Balancing Automation and Human-Centric Experiences Sophie Anne Luo, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 6, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover key insights and must-attend sessions at Shoptalk Spring 2026, focused on how AI is transforming retail, as well as the role of emotion, experience and human connection as counterbalances to automation. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What are the main themes and sessions at Shoptalk Spring 2026? How is artificial intelligence scaling across the retail value chain and impacting operations? How are marketing, media, and social commerce evolving in an AI-driven retail environment? What strategies can retailers use to build emotional connections and loyalty in a tech-driven world? What emerging technologies and innovations are shaping the future of retail, and which sessions highlight them? Other relevant research: Catch up on insights from previous Shoptalk events and look out for our daily coverage of Shoptalk Spring 2026 here. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail MediaAI Agents Power Cognitive Supply Chains: Insights from Blue Yonder ICON 2025 ConferenceRolling Metric Improves This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 41, 2025—Data GraphicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 38: Global Names, Including LEGO, Monos and Uniqlo, Continue to Expand
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: Marks & Spencer Leads Store Openings Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 6, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the latest trends in UK retail store openings and closures for 2026, and gain insights into the evolving market landscape. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How many store closures and openings have UK retailers announced year to date in 2026, and how do these totals compare with the same period in 2025? Which retailers are driving the latest changes in our 2026 Major UK Store Closures and Openings tracker? How do full-year 2025 store closures and openings compare with 2026 year-to-date trends? Companies mentioned in this report include: B&Q, Bonmarché, Boots, Charles Clinkard, Clarks, Hatch, Holland & Barrett, Janie and Jack, Lindt, Marks & Spencer, Matalan, Rituals, TGJones, Urban Outfitters. Data in this report include: week-by-week comparisons of UK store closures and openings for 2026 and 2025; rankings of major retailers by total store closures; rankings of major retailers by total store openings; tabulated confirmed versus planned store activity by retailer and sector. Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports, including our US-focused series The US and UK Store Tracker Databank is the definitive resource for information on store openings and closures by sector in the US and UK retail industries. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates, retail and tech layoffs and capital raised by major retail companies. The Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:High-Income Consumers Turn Optimistic About Economy: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 18, 2025—InfographicUnilever’s Exit from Food Pitches It Head to Head with Procter & Gamble in HPCConsumer Sentiment Declines as Tariffs Loom: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 28, 2025—Infographic2026 Retail Predictions: Europe—Five Pillars for Resilience Amid Heightened Contextual Challenges
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: The TJX Companies and Ross Stores Announce Store Expansions Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 6, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover the latest shifts in the retail landscape and stay ahead of key trends that impact store openings, closures, and the broader consumer market. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What are the top store openings and closures in the US for 2026 so far? Which retailers are expanding in 2026, and which brands are downsizing? How do store closures and openings compare between 2025 and 2026 in key retail sectors? Companies mentioned in this report include: Bape, Camping World, Chair King, Costco Wholesale, Fortunoff, Haverty Furniture, Jendue; Lowe’s, Miniso, PGA Tour Superstore, Princess Polly, Ross Stores, The TJX Companies and Winn-Dixie. Data in this report include: weekly totals of US store closures and openings for 2026 and 2025; retailer-level breakdowns of announced versus confirmed closures/openings; total store counts by retailer; total US retail bankruptcies year to date. Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports, including our UK-focused series The US and UK Store Tracker Databank is the definitive resource for information on store openings and closures by sector in the US and UK retail industries. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates, retail and tech layoffs and capital raised by major retail companies. The Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 43: Astrid & Miyu and Hermès Open StoresUS Store Tracker Extra, January 2025: 50+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space Slated To Close This YearWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 34: The Sleep Haven Files for AdministrationAgentic Commerce Playbook: A Step‑by‑Step Framework for Retail Implementation and Scaling
Deep DiveThe US Online Grocery Surge: What’s Driving It, Who’s Shopping and Why the Momentum Is Here To Stay Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 5, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover what’s fueling the next structural growth phase of US online grocery—and who stands to win as digital becomes a default shopping channel. Read this report to understand: What is driving online grocery growth? Who is driving demand? Why is growth accelerating? Fresh and perishable adoption: unlocking high-frequency category growth Technology advancements and AI adoption: elevating the online grocery experience Companies mentioned in this report include: Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, Aldi, Amazon, DoorDash, Instacart, Kroger, Lidl, OpenAI, Salesforce, Target, Uber and Walmart. Data in this report include: year-over-year growth in US food and beverage e-commerce versus total CPG sales; online grocery penetration by age and household income; barriers to online grocery adoption; usage of retailer subscription program features; online purchase rates of fresh and perishable categories. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Overall Sentiment Declines Despite Rate Cut—But Higher Earners Are More Confident: US Consumer Survey InsightsDeeper on DeepSeek and Its Potential to Radically Level the AI Playing FieldThe Future of AI, Supply Chains and Sustainability: Insights from CES 2025US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce Growth Strengthens in December 2025, Driven by Beauty and Food; Homecare Sees Strong Recovery
