Event PresentationUS Consumer Sentiment Amid the Energy Shock: Premium Subscriber Call John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Retail Research March 13, 2026 Reasons to ReadWe discuss US consumer sentiment, potential shopper reactions and implications for retailers amid the Middle East energy shock. This presentation is from our Premium Subscriber Call of March 13, 2026. Read the report from this presentation here. Already a member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Insight ReportImpact of Saks Store Closures on Competitors: Strategic Opportunities and Proximity Analysis Vaishnavi Nayak K, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Global Head of Data and Managing Director of Market Research March 13, 2026 Reasons to ReadExplore the key trends shaping the retail industry in the wake of Saks Global’s downsizing and find insights into how competitors may capitalize on these shifts from its store closures. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What impact will Saks’ department store closures have on competitors such as Macy’s and Nordstrom? How does Macy’s proximity to Saks Fifth Avenue locations compare to Nordstrom’s? Which off-price competitors see the greatest proximity to closing Saks OFF 5TH stores? Which geographical areas will be most affected by Saks’ closures? What opportunities exist for department and off-price retailers such as Marshalls, Ross Dress for Less and T.J. Maxx in response to closures across the Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and Neiman Marcus banners? Companies mentioned in this report include: Saks Global Holdings LLC, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Marshalls, Ross Dress for Less, T.J. Maxx. Data in this report include: store closures data, geographical proximity of stores, store estate analysis, market share potential, industry trends. Other relevant research: Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 6: US Store Closures Cross 2,000 Drugstore Decimation: Assessing Rite Aid’s Closures, and Which Competitors Stand To Gain Already a member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: The Original Factory Shop Continues Store Closures Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Global Head of Data and Managing Director of Market Research March 13, 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 data set? How do full-year 2025 store closures and openings compare with 2026 year-to-date trends? Companies mentioned in this report include: Aubin, Boots, Crocs, Garage, Iceland, Marks & Spencer, Menarys, Mountain Warehouse, Poundstretcher, Primark, Space NK, Victoria’s Secret. 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 member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: US Store Openings Gain Momentum—BJ’s, Burlington Stores, Abercrombie & Fitch and More Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Global Head of Data and Managing Director of Market Research March 13, 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; Abercrombie & Fitch Co., American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Beams, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Burlington Stores, Carolina Herrera, Casey’s, Costco Wholesale, Fugazi, Grocery Outlet Holding, Jack & Jones, Lidl, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Primark, Princess Polly, Saks Fifth Avenue, The Fresh Market, The Gap Inc, Victoria’s Secret, Whole Foods Market. 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 member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: SocialQ AI—AI-powered social media strategy and content management platform Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how SocialQ AI is transforming social media strategy with AI-powered content creation. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does SocialQ AI’s platform help brands create social media content at scale while maintaining a consistent brand voice? What role does AI play in automating content creation for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter? How can SocialQ AI help brands adapt content to different platforms and audiences for more effective social media campaigns? How does SocialQ AI enable brands to test messaging and respond quickly to trends and engagement patterns? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research This document was generated for
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: ShopSight—Consumer co-creation platform for product trend discovery Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how ShopSight is transforming product development with AI-driven consumer co-creation. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does ShopSight’s platform enable consumers to actively participate in product development through design challenges and feedback loops? What role does AI play in aggregating consumer signals to identify emerging product trends and consumer demand? How can ShopSight help brands refine product strategies by capturing insights earlier in the development cycle? How does ShopSight’s generative AI platform support brands in making data-driven decisions during product development? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research This document was generated for
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: RateRunners—Platform providing visibility and reconciliation for parcel shipping costs Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how RateRunners is revolutionizing parcel shipping cost visibility and reconciliation. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does RateRunners’ platform automate parcel billing reconciliation and provide visibility into shipping costs? What role does centralizing parcel billing data play in improving shipping cost management across carriers and logistics providers? How can businesses use RateRunners’ system to identify discrepancies between billed and contracted shipping rates? How does RateRunners enable unified shipping expense monitoring across multiple 3PLs and carriers? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research This document was generated for
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Merchkit—AI-powered product catalog automation platform Abhinav Tagore, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 12, 2026 Reasons to ReadLearn how Merchkit is automating product catalog management with AI. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does Merchkit’s AI-powered platform streamline product data management and merchandising workflows for retailers? What are the key benefits of centralizing product data and catalog updates within a single system? How can Merchkit’s automation tools help brands generate product listings and descriptions across multiple sales channels? What role does AI play in standardizing product attributes and improving collaboration across merchandising teams? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research This document was generated for
InfographicSector Focus: Dollar Store Shopping—Data Graphic Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 11, 2026 Reasons to ReadOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US dollar store 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 member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Innovator ProfileInnovator Profile: Flock AI—AI-Native Platform for Visual Content Generation Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services March 11, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Flock AI is transforming visual content creation for retail brands. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How does Flock AI’s platform enable retailers to generate large volumes of visual content without traditional photoshoots? What role does AI play in learning a brand’s visual identity and generating content tailored to brand guidelines? How can Flock AI help retailers create multiple visual variations for different channels, audiences, and merchandising needs? What are the key benefits of using AI-native content generation for product listings, marketing campaigns, and digital storefronts? Other relevant research: The Latest Shoptalk Insights from Coresight Research This document was generated for
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 This document was generated for
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 This document was generated for
Insight ReportUS CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales Decline Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Global Head of Data and Managing Director of Market 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 member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
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 member? 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 membership plans. View Membership Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
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 This document was generated for
