Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 22: Foot Locker Closes Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research June 5, 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: American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Burlington Stores, Cartier, Costco Wholesale, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dollar General, Gap Inc., Marli, Mitchell & Ness, Mountain High Outfitters, Piggly Wiggly, Rolife, Rural King, Ulta Beauty, Victoria’s Secret and 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 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:The State of US Consumer Sentiment: Insights Presented at NARG Spring Meeting 2025Redefining Global Sourcing: What a US–India Trade Deal Means for Retailers and ManufacturersWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 8: Floor & Decor, Sprouts Farmers Market and The Home Depot Announce Store ExpansionRetail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI Revolution
Store TrackerUS Store Tracker Extra, May 2026: Boot Barn Takes Total Open Retail Space to 59 Million Square Feet Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research June 5, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover insights into the shifting retail landscape and upcoming trends with the 2026 US Store Tracker Extra. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How do 2026 US store closures and openings compare to the same period in 2025? What are the leading companies driving retail space closures and openings? Which retailers are expanding their presence with the newest store openings in 2026? Companies mentioned in this report include: Agolde, Alohas, Ana Luisa, Ariat, Article, Ashley, Big Y, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Boggi Milano, Boll & Branch, Boot Barn, Hugo Boss, Carter’s, Charles Tyrwhitt, Chêne Gear, Tapestry, Dillard’s, Falconeri, Gorjana, H-E-B, Holiday Oil, IKEA, J.Crew Group, JD Sports Fashion plc, JCPenney, Kendra Scott, Ahold Delhaize, Lost Files, Madewell, Miniso, Murphy USA, Ocean State Job Lot, Oner Active, Pandora, Posse, Primark, Ray-Ban, Raymour & Flanigan, Royal Farms, Save A Lot, Schnucks, Sleep Number, Swarovski, T&T Supermarket, The TJX Companies, Tiffany & Co., Petsense, U.S. Polo Assn., Urban Planet, Venchi, Wawa, Wegmans and Whole Foods Market. Other relevant research: View our full collection of store tracker reports, covering the UK, the US and Canada. The Coresight Research 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 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 and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 6: Bargain Hunt and Liberated Brands To Close About 200 StoresUS CPG Sales Tracker: Jump in Food Sales Fuels Total CPG GrowthConsumer Sentiment Weakens, Driven by Middle-Income Consumers: US Consumer Survey InsightsConsumer Sentiment Shows Positive Trend in February: China Consumer Survey Insights
Event CoverageFrom Policy to Accountability: Key Takeaways from the Boston Tech Week AI Governance Session Jiayue Zhao, Strategy Consultant June 4, 2026 Reasons to ReadWe explore practical AI governance challenges, traceability, agentic AI risks, and enterprise accountability discussed at Boston Tech Week 2026. Read this report to: Understand why traditional AI governance models are failing as enterprises adopt agentic AI systems. Explore how leading practitioners are approaching AI traceability, accountability, and risk management in practice. Learn why AI literacy emerged as the biggest barrier to responsible AI adoption during the panel discussion. Discover practical recommendations for governing AI agents, constraining permissions, and improving operational oversight. Other relevant research: All of our research on AI in Retail 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:Holiday 2025: A Deeper Analysis of the SNAP Impact on Holiday Sales; Recently Lowered US Retail Sales Growth EstimatesResponses to Inflation—Trading Down in Food and Nonfood Remains a Critical Shopping Strategy: US Consumer Survey InsightsConsumer Sentiment Falls Further After Stock-Market Sell-Off: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 12, 2025—InfographicUS Store Openings and Closures Midyear 2025 Review and Outlook: Where Does Retail Real Estate Stand in a Year of Disruption?
Insight ReportRetail’s Tariff Refunds at Risk? US Government To Appeal Universal Refund Ruling John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research June 2, 2026 Reasons to ReadAs the U.S. Department of Justice files a notice that it will appeal a judge’s authority to instruct universal refunds of tariffs, discover how multibillion-dollar tariff refunds are set to impact retail in 2026. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: How is the U.S. Department of Justice challenging universal tariff refunds and what does it mean for importers? What are the timelines and potential hurdles for retailers seeking refunds on liquidated entries? How much have selected major retailers filed refund claims for? How can retailers leverage refund windfalls to compete more effectively on price and retain customers? In what ways should retailers invest refunds to prepare for future competition? Companies mentioned in this report include: Abercrombie & Fitch, American Eagle Outfitters, Walmart, Ross Stores, Burlington Stores, Gap Inc. Data in this report include: projected tariff refund amounts, in total and for selected major US retailers Other relevant research: All our coverage of tariffs 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:Supreme Court Ruling on Tariffs: Assessing Consumer Awareness and Sentiment—Data GraphicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 23: Aldi and Topshop To Open StoresThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 18: What US Consumers Think About Tariffs—UpdateSector Focus: Home and Home-Improvement Shopping—Data Graphic
Deep DiveSentiment Holds Steady; Consumers Cutting Back on Dining and Travel: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research June 2, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how US consumers are reacting to shifting economic conditions, Iran conflict and inflation pressures. Read this report to discover answer to these questions: How is consumer sentiment diverging across income groups—and what does this mean for premium versus value retail performance? How are higher gasoline prices impacting consumer budgets and driving spending cutbacks? Which categories are seeing the greatest reductions in spending—and what does this signal for discretionary vs. essential retail? Data in this research report include: Consumer sentiment by income and time; impact of gasoline prices on spending behavio; 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:The STORE Framework for Driving Innovation in RetailInnovator Profile: Kalder—Monetizing Customer Loyalty with White-Label Cashback and RewardsUS Store Tracker Extra, April 2025: JD Sports and 7-Eleven Drive Total Opened Retail Space to Over 67 Million Square FeetUnlock the Untapped Potential of AI-Powered MarTech: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, April 2025
Deep DiveUS Fashion Resale: Value, Vintage and Luxury Drive Momentum Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research June 1, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the growth and challenges of the US fashion resale market, with insights into consumer behavior, digital platforms, and luxury resale trends. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is the US fashion resale market expected to grow, and what are the key drivers behind this expansion? What factors are driving consumer adoption of secondhand fashion across different age groups? How are luxury resale platforms capitalizing on the growing demand for pre-owned high-end products? Which companies are leading the way in integrating resale into their business models and what impact does this have on their growth strategies? Companies mentioned in this report include: eBay, ThredUp, Vinted, The RealReal, Fashionphile, Goodwill, Depop, Lands’ End, TikTok Shop, Amazon, Buffalo Exchange, Chanel, Etsy, Facebook, Grailed, Letgo, Mercari, OfferUp, Poshmark, Rebag, Rolex, Savers, Stadium Goods, StockX, Tradesy, and Vestiaire Collective. Data in this report include: Market growth projections, consumer trends in secondhand shopping, and insights on platform competition in the fashion resale sector. 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:Rolling Metric Picks Up After Last Week’s Dip: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 29, 2025—InfographicResponses to Inflation—Trading Down in Food and Nonfood Remains a Critical Shopping Strategy: US Consumer Survey InsightsInnovator Profile: Coframe—Using AI-Driven Experimentation to Optimize Digital Storefront PerformanceSentiment Improves, Driven by Higher-Income and Middle-Income Consumers: US Consumer Survey Insights
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: The State of In-Store Retailing—The Increasingly Important Role of Technology Sequencing, with Manik Bhatia Manik Bhatia, Head of Cobranded Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 31, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how retailers can gain a lasting competitive advantage by getting technology sequencing right. From shelf digitization to supplier collaboration, this report reveals the priorities that drive real ROI on store intelligence investments. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other critical questions: Why are 90% of retailers still challenged by store operations despite accelerating technology adoption and what is the missing link? What is the optimal sequence for deploying store intelligence technologies? How can retailers reallocate frontline labor hours toward higher-value tasks without sacrificing operational efficiency? What does it take to build interoperable, easy-to-integrate technology infrastructure that compounds returns over time? How are leading retailers achieving an average 11% lift in customer lifetime value—and what separates them from those scaling in the wrong order? Other relevant research: The State of In-Store Retailing 2026: Blueprint To Scaling Store Intelligence Technologies for Retail Excellence 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:Five Ways AI Is Being Used in Beauty Retailing (Plus One Bonus)—and What’s NextWhat You Need to Know About US Tariffs and Consumers’ and Retailers’ Reactions—April 2025 UpdateAgentic Commerce: The Next Frontier of Consumer-Led Retail: Insights Presented at CMA|SIMAAnalyst Corner: Constrained Consumers Could Soon “Get to the Goods” Again—Evolving In-Store Loss Prevention, with John Harmon
Event PresentationThe US Consumer: Inflation, Gas Prices, Sentiment and Learnings from Earnings Season John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 29, 2026 Reasons to ReadWe assess the forces impacting the US consumer economy and retail sector, drawing on data on inflation, consumer sentiment, consumer spending and retail sales, as well as company earnings results and commentary. In this presentation, we discuss how US consumers are growing their spending in retail despite inflationary headwinds. Data in this presentation include: Inflation data Consumer spending and retail sales Consumer sentiment metrics Consumer survey findings Comparable sales growth at selected retailers Companies mentioned in this video include: American Eagle Outfitters, Burlington Stores, Gap Inc., Ross Stores, The TJX Companies Other relevant research: All of our coverage on the energy shock The US Consumer: Inflation, Gas Prices, Sentiment and Learnings from Earnings Season 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 and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 3: Joann Files for Bankruptcy Again as US Closures Cross 2,000Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025: Sales-Tax Cuts To Drive Strong Consumer DemandEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 3: E-Commerce Sees Solid Results as Amazon, Coupang, Zalando and More Report Growth—InfographicSentiment, Tariffs and Inflation—What the Consumer Is Thinking: US Consumer Survey Insights
Deep DiveStore Growth and Tenant Shifts at US Malls: Analyzing Trends by Tier with the Store Intelligence Platform Vaishnavi Nayak K, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 29, 2026 Reasons to ReadExplore how America’s mall landscape is diverging, with top-tier malls accelerating growth while lower-tier centers struggle to retain tenants and traffic. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are top-tier malls performing in comparison to non-top-tier malls in store growth and tenant expansion? Which retail sectors, including apparel, luxury and department stores, are driving the biggest shifts in mall composition? Which states and regions are emerging as the biggest winners and losers in mall retail growth? Why are store counts rising even as mall traffic efficiency declines across much of the US? Companies mentioned in this report include: Ross Park Mall, University Park Mall, Westfarms, Victoria Gardens, The Domain, Oakbrook Center, Mall of Louisiana, Fashion Mall at Keystone, Arundel Mills and Willowbrook. Data in this report include: US mall store growth and decline by tier; sector-level store composition changes; geographic distribution of store expansion and contraction; visits-per-population trends; traffic efficiency by mall; SIP coverage by retail sector and geography. Other relevant research: The American Mall Renaissance: A Bifurcated Sector with Top-Tier Assets Leading the Way Impact of Saks Store Closures on Competitors: Strategic Opportunities and Proximity Analysis Drugstore Decimation: Assessing Rite Aid’s Closures, and Which Competitors Stand To Gain 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, July 2025: 127 Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close, Outpacing Openings by 60%The Agentic AI Playbook: Insights Presented by Deborah Weinswig at NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show APACThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 3: Retailer FocusInnovator Profile: Autolane—Operating Infrastructure for Autonomous Curbside Logistics
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 21: Morrisons To Close Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 29, 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: Hugo Boss, Marks & Spencer food stores, Morrisons, Pull&Bear, Quiz, Rituals, Tessuti and TGJones 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:Shoptalk Spring 2026 Takeaways: AI and Agentic Commerce Insights—Premium Subscriber CallThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 23: US Retail Sectors in FocusEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 7: Dollar Stores See Growth Amid Tariff Pressures—InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 30: US Retail and the Consumer—Latest Metrics
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 21: JCPenney To Close Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 29, 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: Agolde, Ana Luisa, Ashley, H-E-B, IKEA, JCPenney, Kroger, Pandora, Save A Lot, Tiffany & Co., Wawa, Wegmans, and 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 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 Technology Show 2025: Hearing About Sustainability, Smart Fashion, QR Codes, Unified Commerce and MoreHow Generations Actually Shop: Young Consumers Buy Broadly, Older Consumers Buy DeepSteadiness Continues: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 15, 2025—InfographicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion Plan
Event CoverageThe Agent Is the App: Insights from the 2026 Blue Yonder ICON Conference John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research May 28, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Blue Yonder is accelerating the future of supply chain intelligence through agentic AI, cognitive platforms and workforce optimization. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is Blue Yonder enabling frictionless migration to its cognitive platform with agentic AI? What advantages could Blue Yonder and NVIDIA’s fine-tuned supply chain models unlock for enterprises? Why are workforce management and supply chain forecasting becoming increasingly interconnected? Companies mentioned in this report include: Australia Post; Blue Yonder; Crate & Barrel; FedEx; Knauf; NVIDIA; Optoro; Syndigo; Under Armour. Data in this report include: migration time and cost reductions from agentic AI deployments; AI model-training capabilities and supply chain performance comparisons; workforce turnover and productivity improvements; returns management and logistics optimization insights; supply chain and labor forecasting use cases. Other relevant research: AI Agents Power Cognitive Supply Chains: Insights from Blue Yonder ICON 2025 Conference 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 20: Bob’s Discount Furniture Announces Store-Expansion PlanAnalyst Corner—Trimming Waistlines and Spending: Exploring New Data on GLP-1’s Impact on Consumer Purchases, with John MercerUS Generational Wealth Transfer: $105 Trillion To Flow Down the Generations Across the Next 25 YearsRetail Crime and Shrink: Facial Recognition Tech Gains Ground; Shoplifting Climbs 13% in England
Deep DiveThe State of In-Store Retailing 2026: Blueprint To Scaling Store Intelligence Technologies for Retail Excellence Manik Bhatia, Head of Cobranded Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services May 28, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how retailers can scale store intelligence technologies to reduce in-store inefficiencies, strengthen execution and build long-term competitive advantage. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Why does managing store operations remain a persistent challenge for retailers? How far beyond the pilot stage are retailers in adopting store intelligence technologies? Where are retailers accelerating investments to address in-store inefficiencies? Why is technology sequencing critical to achieving long-term competitive advantage? How are store intelligence technologies improving customer experience and store associate productivity? Companies mentioned in this report include: Albertsons; BJ’s Wholesale Club; Lowe’s; Schnucks Markets; Simbe; RELEX Solutions. Data in this report include: global store intelligence technology market projections; retailer challenges across store-related business functions; adoption levels by technology and company size; investment levels and objectives for store intelligence technologies; technology sequencing roadmap; customer-facing benefits; improvements in manual store tasks. 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:CEO Brief: Coresight Research Agenda for 2026—Retail’s Strategic ImperativesFinancial Optimism Hits Six-Month High; Consumers Adapt to Tariffs and Inflation: US Consumer Survey InsightsThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 18: What US Consumers Think About Tariffs—UpdateInnovator Profile: Palate—Agile, Authentic Product Feedback for Better Food Innovation
Deep DiveApril Sentiment Steadies, but Energy and Property Drag Weigh on Households: China Consumer Survey Insights Keerthan Shetty, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 27, 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 April 27, 2026. We spotlight developments in consumer sentiment on the economic and financial outlooks. Read this report to discover answers to these key questions: Why did China’s consumer sentiment follow a “spike then fade” pattern in April 2026? How are elevated oil prices and geopolitical tensions affecting household finances and retail demand? Which consumer categories and activities are proving most resilient amid rising cost pressures? What do weekly and rolling-average sentiment indicators reveal about China’s economic outlook? How should retailers position pricing, promotions and category strategies ahead of May shopping events? 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:Analyst Corner: All Things Tech at Shoptalk Spring 2025 with John HarmonAnalyst Corner: Alibaba’s Qwen Signals the Opening Act of China’s Agentic Commerce Revolution, with Charlie PoonGroceryshop 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator ProfilesInnovator Profile: Bayezon AI—Enabling Agentic Commerce with AI-Driven Shopping Agents
Deep DiveAssessing Amazon’s Grocery Strategy: How Amazon Is Positioning Itself to Dominate the Future of US Food Retail Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 26, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how Amazon is reshaping the US grocery retail landscape and why it’s crucial for industry players to stay ahead of the curve. Read this report to find answers to these pressing questions: How is Amazon positioning itself to dominate the US grocery market and what strategies are driving its success? What technological innovations and logistical efficiencies are Amazon leveraging to outpace competitors in the grocery sector? How does Amazon’s grocery strategy impact consumer shopping habits and expectations? How will Amazon’s grocery operations evolve over the next few years, and what does this mean for the industry? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Walmart, Whole Foods, Target, Kroger. 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:Holiday Bites: Toys and Games Show Resilience and AI Suitability—Data GraphicUS CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce Jumps by One-Quarter as Online Food Sales Surge by One-ThirdRevving Up the Flywheel: Insights from the Inaugural Amazon Prime Analyst DayFinancial Sentiment At Highest Level Year to Date: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 32, 2025—Infographic
