Insight ReportHoneywell To Sell Productivity Solutions and Services Business for $1.4 Billion in Cash John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research April 24, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the key details behind Honeywell’s strategic divestiture and what it means for the automation sector. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What prompted Honeywell’s decision to sell its Productivity Solutions and Services (PSS) Business? How does the sale of PSS align with Honeywell’s broader strategy for business refinement? What are the financial details of the deal with Brady Corporation and its expected impact? How will this transaction affect the warehouse and logistics market? Companies mentioned in this report include: Avery Dennison, Brady Corporation, Honeywell, Panasonic, Qualcomm, Zebra Technologies Data in this report include: Financial transaction details; Market impact analysis 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:Retail-Tech Landscape: Retail MediaWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Superdry To ExpandWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 41: Rite Aid Shuts Up Shop; Amazon Fresh Closes StoresUS CPG Sales Tracker: CPG E-Commerce Spikes and Beauty Sales Growth Jumps, Driven by Prime Day and Competing July 2025 Sales Events
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 16: The Original Factory Shop Shutters All Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 24, 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: Anthropologie, Bonmarché, Clarks, Co-op, Deichmann, Holland & Barrett, Lefties, LEGO, Lovisa, Morrisons, Mountain Warehouse, Russell & Bromley, Shoe Zone, Søstrene Grene, Tesco, The Entertainer, The Original Factory Shop, Uniqlo. 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:US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce Sales Surge, Outpacing In-Store GrowthJune 2025 US Retail Sales: Sales Expansion Remains Resilient as Most Sectors Post Positive GrowthUS Consumer Sentiment Amid the Energy Shock: Premium Subscriber CallUS Store Tracker Extra, February 2025: Bankruptcies Push Total Closed Retail Space Toward 85 Million Square Feet
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 16: Walmart Announces Store Opening Plan Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 24, 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: Albertsons, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Daiso, Lowe’s, On, Povison, U.S. Polo Assn., Vince Holding, Walgreens Co., Walmart Inc. 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 12: Forever 21 To Close All Stores; Dollar General Announces Major Store Expansion PlanWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 4: Malin + Goetz and Russell & Bromley File for AdministrationInnovator Matrix: MarTechAnalyst Corner: Five Key Insights from US Black Friday 2025 and What They Mean for the Rest of Holiday 2025, with Anand Kumar
Insight ReportCEO Brief: How Retailers Should Approach Technology for the Holiday 2026 Shopping Season John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 23, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how AI-driven technologies are reshaping the retail landscape, enhancing customer experience, and optimizing operations just in time for the 2026 holiday shopping season. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How can AI improve product discoverability and create a more seamless customer experience? In what ways can AI transform inventory management and boost workforce productivity? What steps can retailers take to reduce friction in checkout and offer more payment options? How can retailers leverage generative AI to ensure complete and accurate product information? What opportunities and challenges does agentic commerce present to retailers? Companies mentioned in this report include: Target, Sam’s Club, Uniqlo, Amazon, Salesforce, Algolia, Workday, Yoobic, Zebra, Honeywell, Aptos. Data in this report include: Consumer usage statistics of GenAI tools; Adoption of AI technologies by major retailers; AI-driven supply chain and inventory data; Trends in checkout and payment methods. Other relevant research: Agentic Commerce—How Should Retailers Leverage GEO to Maximize AI-Engine Visibility? Next-Generation Product Information Management: From Spreadsheets to AI CEO Brief: Intelligent Inventory—Achieving Inventory Excellence RetailTech: Empowering Retail’s Front Line, Creating Smarter Stores—Five Tech-Driven Strategies for Associate Enablement Reinventing Store Checkout: Minimizing Friction to Drive Business Growth 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:Highlights from NextGen 2025: Retail, Real Estate & the New Consumer—InfographicFive Ways AI Is Being Used in Apparel and Footwear Retailing—and What’s NextOnce-Highflying Allbirds Sells Itself for a SongUS Black Friday 2025: Early Read—Early-Morning Footfall Points to a Selective Return of the Black Friday Store Energy
Insight ReportRetail-Tech Landscape: Retail Media Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services April 22, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how retail media is reshaping advertising and driving growth across digital, in-store, and offsite channels. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Which emerging companies are disrupting the retail media landscape with innovative solutions? How is retail media’s growth projected to outperform traditional advertising channels? What role does AI play in the scalability and performance of retail media? Which companies are shaping the future of retail media across digital, in-store, and offsite environments? How are emerging technologies like agentic commerce transforming product discovery and advertising? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Walmart, Kroger, Albertsons, Sam’s Club, Ulta Beauty Data in this report include: Global retail media market projections; growth rates for retail media, TV, and digital advertising formats. Other relevant research: All our Retail-Tech Landscapes spotlighting innovators that are disrupting the retail industry Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. 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: The Labubu Craze—Revealing How Gens Z and Alpha Are Redefining Retail, with Charlie PoonFebruary 2026 US Retail Sales Outlook: Positive Indicators Signal Robust Growth AheadThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 30: US Retail and the Consumer—Latest MetricsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 6: Quiz Enters Administration
Insight ReportEnergy Shock: As Gasoline Prices Decline, When Will Peak CPI Hit? John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 21, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how recent shifts in oil and gasoline prices are poised to affect US consumer behavior and broader retail trends in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are declining gasoline prices impacting broader inflation trends in the US? What is the timing for peak CPI and when will its lagged effects be felt? How will the summer travel and back-to-school seasons be influenced by inflation? What does a potential rise in oil prices mean for the upcoming holiday retail season? Data in this report include: gasoline and oil price trends; consumer price index (CPI) projections; retail sales metrics for key seasonal events. 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: Controversy Persists Around Price Gouging with Electronic Shelf Labels, with John HarmonInnovator Profile: PlayAbly—Creating Engaging, Branded Experiences with AI-Powered Shoppable GamesAgentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Make Their Products Discoverable and Shoppable for 800 Million ChatGPT UsersWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 17: Announced Closures Up 90% Year Over Year; JD Sports Reveals Global Store Plans
Deep DiveSentiment Improves Slightly; Tariff Pessimism Eases; Inflation Awareness Highly Salient: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 21, 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 answers to these and other questions: How is consumer sentiment diverging across income groups—and what does this mean for premium versus value retail performance. To what extent are shoppers still concerned about tariffs and how are those concerns reshaping spending habits? Which categories are seeing pull-forward demand and where might retailers expect softness later in the year? How entrenched is trading down and what specific inflation-related behaviors are dominating in food and nonfood purchases? Data in this research report include: Consumer sentiment by income and time; consumer tariff concerns and behavioral responses; shopping changes due to inflation; 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. 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:Consumer Confidence Rebounds in October: China Consumer Survey Insights2026 Retail Predictions: Global—Five Forces Redefining Retail Performance WorldwideWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 22: Marks & Spencer Announces Additional Store OpeningsUS CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales Decline
Deep DiveConsumer Sentiment Softens in March as Oil Shock Pressures Build: China Consumer Survey Insights Keerthan Shetty, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 20, 2026 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series takes a regular temperature check on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on exclusive proprietary survey data. In this research report, we present findings from our latest weekly surveys, with the most recent undertaken on March 30, 2026. We spotlight developments in consumer sentiment on the economic and financial outlooks. Read this report to discover answers to these key questions: How have key events and changes in consumer outlook shaped sentiment over the past six months? What do the latest trends reveal about consumer sentiment and expectations for economic conditions and personal finances? How are consumer activities evolving as caution rises? What are consumers buying in-store and online, and how is this changing? What is Coresight Research’s view on what lies ahead for China’s retail market and consumer behavior? Data in this research report includes: Consumers’ expectations for economic conditions and personal finances over the next 12 months, showing how optimism has evolved. Changes in personal financial situations compared to 12 months ago, shedding light on shifts in consumer wealth perceptions. Consumer activities over the past two weeks, highlighting engagement levels and emerging trends. Purchasing behaviors, with insights into what consumers are buying in-store and online during the survey period. Other relevant research: Read the full series of China Consumer Survey Insights The Coresight Research China Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the trajectory of retail in China. Interested in more consumer survey analysis? Check out our US Consumer Survey Insights series. 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 UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: Marks & Spencer Leads Store OpeningsInside India’s Flourishing Men’s Skincare Market—Masstige Growth, Celebrity Influence and Tech InnovationEarnings Insights 1Q25: Wrap-Up—Growth Outpaces Declines Across Most SectorsAnalyst Corner: What’s Happening in Beauty Retail?—Analyzing Mixed Performance and Success Strategies with Madhav Pitaliya
Deep DiveSupply Chain Insights for Beauty and CPG: Strengthening with Technology, Diversification and Operational Resilience Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 20, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover how beauty and CPG brands can build resilient supply chains in a volatile global environment. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are tariffs and geopolitical disruptions impacting beauty and CPG supply chains, and what vulnerabilities have been exposed? What role can Agentic AI and real-time decision-making play in improving short-term supply chain resilience? How are digital twins and blockchain shaping long-term strategies for supply chain redesign and transparency? What tactics can brands take to reduce single-geography supplier exposure and protect margins? Companies mentioned in this report include: e.l.f. Beauty; Estée Lauder; L’Oréal; Coty; Bath & Body Works; P&G; Unilever; Beiersdorf; PepsiCo; Walmart Data in this report include: Tariff impact analysis; Supply chain visibility solutions; Cost pressures across beauty and CPG sectors; Supply chain simulation and traceability technologies This report is part of a series of sector-focused Supply Chain 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:Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 18: What US Consumers Think About Tariffs—UpdateThe Sentiment Split: Optimism at the Top, Strain at the Bottom; Plus, Social Commerce Shopping in Focus—US Consumer Survey InsightsUS CPG Sales Tracker: Health and Beauty Lead Growth Amid E-Commerce SlowdownWhere Shoppers Live vs. Where They Shop: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Adapting to Uncertainty in Food, Drug and Mass Retail Supply Chains, with Sujeet Naik Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 19, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how food, drug, and mass retailers can build more resilient supply chains in the face of global uncertainties. From geopolitical tensions to food waste challenges, this report reveals the strategies you need to future-proof your operations. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other critical questions: How can AI-driven demand forecasting platforms help retailers predict disruptions and adjust inventory management more effectively? What are the impacts of the Middle East conflict and tariffs on global food supply chains, and how can retailers mitigate these risks? How can RFID and smart sensors improve product tracking, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and increasing operational efficiency? What immediate steps can retailers take, such as SKU rationalization, to reduce supply chain exposure and improve margins? How can emerging technologies like Web 3.0 and agentic AI transform the supply chain, from predictive models to smarter automation? 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:Canada Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025: Bankrupt Hudson’s Bay Company Takes Total Closures Ahead of OpeningsHow Will Tariffs Impact China’s Singles’ Day 2025? Six Months To Go—What Brands and Retailers Need to KnowBlack Friday 2025 Around the World: Global Retail ObservationsUS Apparel & Footwear Retailing—Themes, Concepts and Innovators: AI, Value, GLP-1 and More To Drive Apparel Transformation
Store TrackerCanada Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026: Dollarama and Pet Valu To Open Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 17, 2026 Reasons to ReadUnderstand how Canada’s retail footprint is shifting in 2026—with exclusive, retailer-level store opening and closure data. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How many store closures and openings have we identified in Canada for calendar 2025 and 2026? Which retailers are leading the additional store closures and openings identified since our last update? Which retailers rank among the top for total store closures in 2025 and 2026? Which retailers rank among the top for total store openings in 2025 and 2026? Companies mentioned in this report include: 7-Eleven, Adidas, AG Foods, Aldo, Apple, Appliance Canada, Arc’teryx, Aritzia, Ashley, Aubainerie, Babies ‘R’ Us, Best Buy, Bikini Village, Boutique La Vie en Rose, Browns Shoes, Buck or Two, Bulk Barn, Calvin Klein, Canada Computers, Carter’s, Claire’s, CLÉMENT, Coles, Costco Wholesale, Alimentation Couche-Tard, Designer Brands, Dollar Tree, Dollarama, Fairweather Clothing, Farm Boy, GameStop, The Gap, Inc., Giant Tiger, Guess?, Indigo Books & Music Inc, JACK & JONES, Tapestry, L’Oréal S.A., Kin’s Farm Market, Laura, Levi Strauss & Co., Lindt, Loblaw Companies Limited, London Drugs, Lululemon Athletica, M&M Meat Shops, Mastermind Toys, Melanie Lyne, Metro, Capri Holdings, Mountain Warehouse, New Balance, Pandora, Reitmans Limited, Pet Valu, Play It Again Sports, Purdy’s Chocolatier, QE Home, Red Wing Shoe Company, RONA, Roots, Sephora, Empire Company Limited, Staples, Structube, Surplus Furniture, Suzy Shier, The Children’s Place, The Shoe Company, The TJX Companies, Inc., Uniprix, Walmart, Warehouse One, Yellow Shoes, Your Dollar Store With More. Data in this report include: Canada store closure and opening counts by calendar year and year to date; major retailer store closures ranked by total closures; major retailer store openings ranked by total openings; tabulated retailer-level confirmed and planned store openings and closures. 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:US Store Tracker Extra, January 2025: 50+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space Slated To Close This YearRetail-Tech Landscape: Supply Chain TechnologyIntroducing the New Tech 25 for ’25: Retail-Tech Companies To WatchJCPenney Merges with SPARC Group to Form Catalyst Brands—What It Means for US Retail
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: Lidl To Open Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 17, 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: Bodycare, Clintons, Holland & Barrett, Jollyes, Kenji, Lidl, next125, New Look, Nobody’s Child, ProCook, WHSmith. 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:Retail Earnings Insights, 3Q25: Premium Subscriber CallWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 27: Store Closures Up 8% Year Over YearEarnings Insights 4Q25, Week 7: Dick’s Sporting Goods and Ulta Beauty Deliver Strong Growth; Kohl’s and Coty Face Market PressuresUS Store Tracker Extra, March 2025: US Total Closed Retail Space Exceeds 100 Million Square Feet
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: 7-Eleven Announces Store Closures Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 17, 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: 7-Eleven, Apple, Astrid & Miyu, Carter’s, CVS Health, Jaded London, JCPenney, Kiokii and…, Leica, Rural King, Subdued 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 UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 5: Game Over; But Aldi To Open 40 StoresUS Consumer and Retail Outlook—Holiday 2025 and Beyond: Premium Subscriber Call, September 2025US CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store Sales Recover; Beauty Leads Growth; Online Grocery Remains StrongRetail-Tech Landscape: Retail Media
Insight ReportApril 2026 US Retail Sales Outlook: Consumer Confidence Hits a 27-Month Low Amid Surging Gasoline Prices Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 16, 2026 Reasons to ReadGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US retail market, with a particular focus on the ongoing resilience and shifting consumer behaviors in the face of external pressures. This report delves into retail sales growth projections, the impact of global supply chain disruptions, and how evolving consumer sentiment is influencing retail performance in 2026. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How will US retail sales growth evolve through 2026, with projections indicating a mid-year acceleration to 4.7%? How are the key economic indicators, such as unemployment rates, inflation, and consumer sentiment, shaping retail trends in the coming months? How are global events, including conflicts in the Middle East, impacting consumer confidence and discretionary spending in the retail sector? Data in this report include: US retail sales forecasts; model-predicted vs. actual retail growth; labor force, wage, and inflation metrics; consumer sentiment and disposable income trends; housing market data. Alongside this report, you can access the data behind key charts and tables in the Excel download above. Other relevant research: Coresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. All our coverage of tariffs The US Retail Sales Databank features retail sales values and year-over-year growth, in total and by sector, by year and by month. This Databank is updated monthly. The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Our Weekly US Consumer Sentiment infographic series complements our survey reports with selected findings on consumers’ financial and economic expectations each week. 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 UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 38: Bodycare Bankruptcy Sees Further ClosuresStore Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook—InfographicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 3: 457-Store Francesca’s Reportedly LiquidatingInnovator Profile: Scrollmark—Automating Social Engagement and Conversions Through Community-Led Workflows
Deep DiveRetail Tech for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—Playbook John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research April 15, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how retailers can win holiday 2026 by deploying AI, strengthening operations and building resilience ahead of peak demand. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions around retail technology: How should retailers prioritize AI-driven search, discovery and personalization to capture holiday demand? Why is now the critical window to experiment with generative and agentic AI—and which use cases matter most? What operational steps—across lead times, integration and training—are essential to ensure readiness for peak season? How can retailers mitigate risks through infrastructure resilience, loss prevention and inventory visibility? What ethical considerations around data privacy and AI usage must retailers address to protect customer trust? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, AWS, Adobe, Salesforce, SAP, Workday, Blue Yonder, Manhattan Associates, Zebra Technologies, Vusion, Simbe Robotics, Avery Dennison, Honeywell, Impinj, Radar, Sensormatic, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Starlink, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Chewy, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Sephora, Google. Data in this report include: retail innovation framework; retail connectivity technologies; loss prevention technologies and measures. Other relevant research: Agentic Commerce—Google’s Universal Commerce Protocol Invokes “Multiplayer Mode.” CEO Brief: Intelligent Inventory—Achieving Inventory Excellence RetailTech: Empowering Retail’s Front Line, Creating Smarter Stores—Five Tech-Driven Strategies for Associate Enablement Playbook: GenAI to Agentic AI—From Pilot to Powerhouse Reinventing Store Checkout: Minimizing Friction to Drive Business Growth The Agentic AI Playbook: How to Redefine Retail with Intelligent Autonomy The State of In-Store Retailing 2025: The Dawn of New-Age Stores, Powered by Technology RetailTech: Loss Prevention—Understanding the Big Picture To Prevent, Mitigate and Recover “Shrink”ing Profits 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:Retail Trends and Shopper Traffic Update, Q3: Early Findings & Strategic OutlookPositive Sentiment Trend Comes to an End; Kohl’s Leads in Department Store Shopping: US Consumer Survey InsightsAnalyst Corner: The Brave New World of Agentic Shopping, with John HarmonUS CPG: Why Unit Growth Has Stalled—and the Industry’s Path Forward
