Deep DiveConsumer Sentiment Hits New Low; Many Consumers Cut Back on Eating Out Amid High Gas Prices: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 7, 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:Introducing the New Tech 25 for ’25: Retail-Tech Companies To Watch—InfographicNRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show: Day Two—Diving into Loyalty and Sustainability with Sephora, Target, Walmart and OthersRolling Metric Sentiment Declined This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 36, 2025—InfographicEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 3: E-Commerce Sees Solid Results as Amazon, Coupang, Zalando and More Report Growth—Infographic
Deep DiveThe Middle East Energy Shock and the US Consumer: Lessons from 2022—Sustained Impacts Risk Trickle-Up Effect Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 6, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict impacted US consumer behavior and the retail sector and how the recent Middle East energy shock would impact 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 2022 energy shock regarding fuel price increases? How might higher gasoline prices and inflationary pressures influence consumer confidence and discretionary spending across different income groups? What are the wider impacts on retail, including shifts in consumer preferences towards value-oriented products and private labels? How could the duration of the conflict influence broader economic and retail sector trends, especially in terms of inflation, store traffic and spending patterns? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon (NasdaqGS: AMZN), Adidas (XETRA:ADS), Best Buy (NYSE: BBY), Capri Holdings (NYSE: CPRI), The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX), Dollar General (NYSE: DG), Dollar Tree (NasdaqGS: DLTR), Sprouts Farmers Market (NasdaqGS: SFM), Target (NYSE: TGT), V.F. Corporation (NYSE: VFC), Walmart (NasdaqGS: WMT), Wayfair (NYSE: W) Data in this report include: US Retail Gasoline Prices (2022 and 2026), US Consumer Sentiment (2022 and 2026), Placer.ai store traffic data (2022 and 2026), US Total Real Personal Consumption Expenditures (2022), Shifts in US Grocery and Nongrocery Shopping Habits (2022) 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:Powering Next-Gen Retail Stores with Advanced Network Connectivity—Data GraphicShoptalk Fall 2025 Wrap-Up: Driving Retail Forward—AI, Agility, Loyalty and Leadership in Volatile TimesRetail Tech for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—PlaybookWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 2: Greggs To Open 120 Net New Stores
Insight ReportFebruary 2026 US Retail Sales: Weaker Core Performance and Divergent Sector Trends Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 6, 2026 Reasons to ReadThis report offers a detailed analysis of US retail sales performance in February 2026, breaking down key trends by sector and providing insights into inflation trends affecting the market. Read this report to find answers to these questions: What were the year-over-year changes in total retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) between February 2025 and February 2026? How did retail sales perform across different sectors in January 2026 and February 2026? What are the estimated retail-only inflation trends from September 2025 to February 2026? Other relevant research: Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. 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 2026, Week 1: Retailers Announce More Than 1,000 Store Openings for 2026Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 41: Claire’s To Close 145 StoresConsumer Sentiment Steadies: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 13, 2025—InfographicKeeping Green While Saving Green: Five Areas for Technology-Driven Sustainability in 2025
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Middle East Energy Shock—Retail Faces a Deteriorating Context, with John Mercer John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 5, 2026 Reasons to ReadWe discuss updated data points on the impact of the Middle East energy shock, and the implications for US retail. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are rising gasoline prices affecting US consumer sentiment and spending? How will changes in mortgage rates influence the housing market and big-ticket retail categories? What inflation projections has the Federal Reserve recently made for 2026? What actions can retailers take to navigate cost pressures and changing US consumer behavior? Data in this report include: US gasoline price trends; consumer sentiment measures; mortgage rate data; Federal Reserve inflation projections. Every Analyst Corner also includes a roundup of research and data published that week. Other relevant research: The Middle East Energy Shock and the US Consumer: Lessons from 2022—Sustained Impacts Risk Trickle-Up Effect 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:Innovator Profile: PlayAbly—Creating Engaging, Branded Experiences with AI-Powered Shoppable GamesWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 23: Rite Aid To Close Almost 500 StoresWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 7: The Original Factory Shop Closes StoresWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 53: Nearly 5,300 Stores Opened in 2025
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Superdry To Expand Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 3, 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: Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Boots, Footasylum, Harvey Norman, Initio Parfums Privés, Jigsaw, Joe Browns, Jollyes Group, Marella, Marks & Spencer, New Look, Next plc, Russell & Bromley, Superdry, The Original Factory Shop and White Stuff 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:Supply Chain Insights for Beauty and CPG: Strengthening with Technology, Diversification and Operational Resilience3Q25 Earnings Season Wrap-Up: 84% of Companies Grow Sales, 77% Beat Top-Line Consensus in a Solid Quarter for Discount, Off-Price and Specialty ApparelAgentic Commerce: The Next Frontier of Consumer-Led Retail: Insights Presented at CMA|SIMAAugust 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: July Strength and Improved Outlook Score Raise Retail Projection Above 4%
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Openings Down 47% Year Over Year Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 3, 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: CVS Health, Designer Brands, J.Jill, Kindthread, Miniso, Neiman Marcus, NONFICTION, Saks Global, Shoe Carnival, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Violet Grey, Vivobarefoot, Winn-Dixie and Zumiez 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:Shoptalk Spring 2026: Day 2— AI, Fulfillment, Marketing and Brand Strategy Take Center Stage2026 Retail Predictions: Europe—Five Pillars for Resilience Amid Heightened Contextual ChallengesSentiment; Tariff Perceptions; Inflation Reactions—Taking the Consumer Pulse on Essentials: US Consumer Survey InsightsIntroducing the Store Intelligence Platform: Premium Subscriber Call
Insight ReportOnce-Highflying Allbirds Sells Itself for a Song John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research April 2, 2026 Reasons to ReadRead this report to find answers to these key questions: How did shifting consumer preferences lead to Allbirds’ rapid rise and fall? Do consumers really prioritize sustainability when budgets are tight? Why has Allbirds joined the wave of store closures in the US? Companies mentioned in this report include: American Exchange Group, Allbirds Data in this report include: Allbirds revenue trends; Consumer survey insights; US store closure estimates Other relevant research: US Store Tracker Extra: Store Openings and Closures 2025 Review and 2026 Outlook Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 5: Saks Global To Close Stores 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:Sector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data GraphicAgentic Commerce Insights Latest—Including Learnings from CES and NRF: Premium Subscriber CallWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 39: Amazon and Bodycare To Close All Stores3Q25 Earnings Season Wrap-Up: 84% of Companies Grow Sales, 77% Beat Top-Line Consensus in a Solid Quarter for Discount, Off-Price and Specialty Apparel
Store TrackerUS Store Tracker Extra, March 2026: Total Opened Retail Space Exceeds 50 Million Square Feet Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 2, 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: Academy Sports and Outdoors, Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Amazon.com, American Eagle Outfitters, American Eagle Outfitters, Associated British Foods, BAPE, Bass Pro Shops, Bath & Body Works, Beams, Best Buy, BJ’s Wholesale, Boden, Burlington Stores, Carolina Herrera, Casey’s, Castlery, Chair King, Citi Trends, Costco Wholesale, Cotopaxi, Daiso, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Fortunoff, Fugazi, Gap Inc., Glossier, Grocery Outlet, H Mart, Haverty Furniture, Jendue, Kohl’s, Lidl, Madhappy, Mango, Meijer, MINISO, Nordstrom, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, PGA TOUR Superstore, Princess Polly, Publix Super Markets, Rally House, Ross Stores, Saks Global, Signet Jewelers, Target, The Buckle, The Fresh Market, The TJX Companies, Inc., Tilly’s, Toast, Torrid, Ulta Beauty, Victoria’s Secret, Wawa, WeWearAustralian, Williams-Sonoma, Winn-Dixie, Yellow Rose, Zimmermann. 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:High-Income Consumers’ Sentiment Soars Ahead; Plus, Home and Home-Improvement Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsAnalyst Corner: US Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores—Target in Transition as Dollar Stores and Clubs Surge Ahead, With Sujeet Naik2026 Retail Predictions: China—Five Pillars for Moderate Growth Amid a Tough EnvironmentWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 48: M&S To Open Up to 500 New Food Stores
Insight ReportKering and L’Oréal Finalize Strategic Partnership—Multibrand Luxury and Beauty Firms Focused on Core Capabilities John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 1, 2026 Reasons to ReadUnderstand how a €4 billion partnership is reshaping luxury beauty. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How do Kering and L’Oréal gain from a deal that includes acquisitions, licenses and a new joint venture? What is the projected impact of Creed and long-term licenses on L’Oréal’s luxury and fragrance divisions? Why is this move in line with other beauty agreements in the luxury sector? Companies mentioned in this report include: Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Coty, Estée Lauder, Gucci, L’Oréal, Sephora, The House of Creed. 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:Earnings Insights 4Q24, Week 7: Costco, Inditex and Puma Lead with Solid Fourth-Quarter Growth—Infographic2026 Sector Outlook: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Moderate Growth in a Stabilizing Macro EnvironmentEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 3: Gucci Sales Slump 21%, Plus Updates from Ahold, Amazon, Coty and MoreConsumer Sentiment Flatlines Ahead of Big Tariff Reveal; Plus, Mass Merchandisers and Wholesale Clubs in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights
Deep DiveAgentic Commerce: The US’s Open Approach vs. China’s Vertical Integration Charlie Poon, Analyst Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research March 31, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover how the divergent evolution of AI shopping agents in the US and China is reshaping global retail strategies, creating new imperatives for brand visibility, and redefining the path to purchase in an era of “agent-first” commerce. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How do the structurally different agentic commerce ecosystems in the US (open-broker model) and China (vertically integrated super-app model) impact retailer strategy? Why is Amazon’s creation of an “exclusion zone” by blocking external agents forcing a hybrid landscape in the US, and what does this mean for non-Amazon retailers? How can retailers optimize their product feeds, APIs, and content to become “agent-friendly” and avoid being invisible to AI-driven discovery? What are the strategic implications of China’s Qwen app reaching 200 million users in 3.5 months versus the challenges US agents face in scaling native checkout? Should brands prioritize deep integration with walled-garden super-apps or adopt open protocols like the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) to future-proof their sales channels? Data in this research report include/are: Global GenAI market size projections ($66.2 billion in 2026); Alibaba Qwen user growth metrics (200M MAUs in 3.5 months, 120M orders in 6 days); Comparative analysis of agentic checkout capabilities across Qwen, ChatGPT, Gemini, and Amazon Buy for Me; Insights into the fragmentation of the US retail landscape vs. China’s vertical integration; Strategic frameworks for “agent-readiness” and protocol adoption. Companies mentioned in this report include/are: Alibaba Group, Alphabet Inc. (Google), Amazon, ByteDance, DoorDash, Etsy, Instacart, Meta Platforms, Microsoft, OpenAI, Shopify, Target, Tencent, Uber, Walmart, Chewy, Wayfair, Stripe, and more. 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:Mixed Sentiment Trends Ahead of August 1 Tariffs; Plus, Luxury Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsUnlocking Success in Retail Merchandise Planning To Drive Sales and ProfitabilityWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 22: Store Closures Up by 57%Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion Plan
Deep DiveUS CPG: Why Unit Growth Has Stalled—and the Industry’s Path Forward Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 31, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how the US consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector can navigate challenges like inflation fatigue, changing consumer habits and geopolitical pressures, and set the stage for potential volume recovery. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: What factors are contributing to the stagnation of unit growth in the US CPG sector, and how are they impacting consumer behavior and sales trends? How can CPG companies adapt their pricing strategies and portfolios to recover volumes and align with shifting consumer preferences? What opportunities exist for CPG brands to capitalize on the growing adoption of GLP-1 medications and the rising demand for healthier, high-protein products? What role will AI-driven tools and dynamic pricing optimization play in driving future growth for CPG companies? Companies mentioned in this report include: Campbell’s Company, Danone, General Mills, Hershey Company, Kraft Heinz, Mondelez International, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Walmart. Data in this report include: Total CPG unit sales and dollar sales growth for four-week periods, edible CPG unit sales and dollar sales growth for four-week periods, average weekly grocery spending trends, the impact of GLP-1 medications on consumer eating habits, US food and beverage category sales performance and financial sentiment surveys among lower-income households. 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:Innovator Profile: Novel—Driving Conversion and Boosting Loyalty with Branded Wallet PassesAnalyst Corner: The Shifting “Friction Gap” Between Stores and E-Commerce Is Benefitting Digital Channels, with John MercerThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 3: Retailer FocusInnovator Profile: RetailReady—Transforming Retail Compliance with AI and Computer Vision
Deep DiveFinancial Sentiment Improves Amid Middle East News Flow: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 31, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how US consumers are reacting to shifting economic conditions, Iran conflict, inflation pressures and tariffs. 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. 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:Agentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Make Their Products Discoverable and Shoppable for 800 Million ChatGPT UsersAnalyst Corner: Decoding the Resurgence of Online Grocery Retail in the US, with Sujeet NaikNew Technologies to Drive Retailer-Supplier Collaboration: Insights Presented at NACDS Annual Meeting 2025Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 40: Claire’s UK Bought Out of Bankruptcy
Insight Report4Q25 Retail Inventory Insights: Execution Discipline Delivers Cleaner Holiday Exits and Turnover Improvement Risheek Dandekeri Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 30, 2026 Reasons to ReadUncover how retailers are navigating tariff risks, inventory divergence and digital transformation to protect margins in 4Q25. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How are retailers like Ulta, Bath & Body Works and Kohl’s adopting diverging inventory strategies in response to uneven demand and tariff pressures? In what ways are tariff-driven cost timing and accounting methods distorting reported margins at companies such as Costco and Williams-Sonoma? Why are value-led and club formats like Dollar Tree, Walgreens Boots Alliance and Costco outperforming peers on inventory turnover? How are early receipts and digital tools-including AI-based replenishment-shaping inventory visibility and seasonal readiness for players like Gap, Walmart and Urban Outfitters? Companies mentioned in this report include: Abercrombie & Fitch, Aritzia, Bath & Body Works, Best Buy, BJ’s Wholesale, Costco, CVS Health, Dollar Tree, Five Below, Gap, Home Depot, Kohl’s, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Ross Stores, Target, TJX Companies, Ulta Beauty, Urban Outfitters, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walmart, Williams-Sonoma and more. Data in this report include: US retail sales growth by month; inventory turnover ratios by retailer and sector; year-over-year changes in inventory values; and commentary on strategic inventory actions across leading US retailers. 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:Walmart Investment Community Meeting 2025: From Low-Margin Retailer to Diversified, Digital Profit Engine, But Tariffs Create UncertaintyFinancial Sentiment Improves; Plus, Online Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsInnovator Profile: Azoma—Optimizing Product Visibility for AI-Driven and Agentic CommerceInnovator Profile: Lica World—Delivering Compelling AI-Created Video to Maximize ROAS
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: US Consumers’ Plans for the Memorial Day, Mother’s and Father’s Day, and the Holiday Season, with Aditya Kaushik Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 29, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover expected shopping behavior of consumers for calendar events in the second quarter of 2026 (2Q26, April–June) and the end-of-year holiday season. Every Analyst Corner also includes a roundup of research and data published that week. Read this week’s Analyst Corner to discover answers to these and other questions: Whether US consumers expect to spend on Memorial Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and how much they expect to spend on each event compared to last year and in dollar terms Consumers’ spending expectations for the 2026 holiday season Other relevant research: Our full report is due next week 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:AWS Re:Invent 2025: Five Insights from a Flood of Agentic AI Announcements by AmazonAmazon Prime Day 2025 Evolves into a Retail Ecosystem: Five Insights on a Transforming Midyear Sales SeasonHoliday Bites: GLP-1 Disruption with Smaller Baskets, Smaller Sizes—and a Leaner Thanksgiving?—Data GraphicInnovator Profile: Wayvee Analytics—Analyzing Customer Emotions to Boost Store and Shelf Performance
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 12: The Original Factory Shop Continues Store Closure Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research March 27, 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: Bonmarché, Crocs, Flannels, Fred Perry, Hugo Boss, IKEA, JD Sports, Oliver Brown, Russell & Bromley, Sunglass Hut, Tapi Carpets & Floors, TGJones, The Original Factory Shop, and Tiso. 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:Analyst Corner—DeepSeek Opens the Door for AI Democratization: The AI Opportunity, with Charlie PoonWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Openings Down 47% Year Over YearAnalyst Corner: Three Consumer-Focused Predictions for US Retail for the Second Half of 2025, with Anand KumarThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 9: Beauty Shopping in Focus
