Deep DiveConsumer Sentiment Stabilizes; Tariffs Pessimism Intensifies; Trading Down Persists: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 26, 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:Playbook: GenAI to Agentic AI—From Pilot to PowerhouseAnalyst Corner: Understand Who Shops Where in US Retail, with John MercerSector Focus: Home and Home-Improvement Shopping—Data GraphicCEO Brief: Tech for Tariffs—Four Technologies (and Services) That Can Raise Revenues and Margins Now to Offset Tariff Pain
Insight ReportTarget’s Supply Chain Reset: What Jeff England’s Appointment Means for Its Turnaround Ahead Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 25, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover why Target’s supply chain has become central to its turnaround strategy, and what Walmart veteran Jeff England’s appointment could mean for inventory discipline, fulfillment speed, automation and margin recovery. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: Why is Target prioritizing supply chain modernization in its turnaround plan? How could Jeff England’s Walmart experience help Target improve logistics execution, replenishment and automation? What does the leadership change reveal about Target’s shift toward external expertise and faster operational decision-making? What role could AI, automation, same-day fulfillment and network flexibility play in strengthening Target’s competitive position? Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon; QXO; Target; Walmart. 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:Navigating TikTok’s Uncertainty: Analyzing Challenges and Emerging User Migration TrendsMarket Outlook: US Foodservice—Growth To Improve Amid Value-Focused InitiativesFinancial Sentiment Turns Negative: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 11, 2025—InfographicRetail Crime and Shrink: Cargo Theft Remains Elevated; Amazon Steps Up Anti-Counterfeit Drive
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Evolving Stores with Our BEST Framework, with John Mercer John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 24, 2026 Reasons to ReadEach Analyst Corner features highlights and insights from the respective week’s “Report of the Week”—our featured must-read research report. This week, our featured report was BEST at Retail: Evolving Physical Stores for the Attention Economy. Discover how retailers can transform stores to meet evolving consumer expectations in 2026. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: How can retailers implement the BEST framework to enhance experiences, services, and technology in stores? What key factors are driving changes in consumer expectations since 2023? Which convenience, experience, and service attributes matter most to US consumers today? Why is addressing friction in physical stores increasingly critical for competitiveness? Other relevant research: BEST at Retail: Evolving Physical Stores for the Attention Economy 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:February 2025 US Retail Sales: First Year-Over-Year Drop Since the Pandemic—Electronics and Department Stores Lead DeclinesHoliday 2025 Survey Insights: Holiday Shopping Jumps As Shutdown Impact FadesSeptember 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Retail Outlook Score Plummets; Holiday-Quarter Growth Projection ModeratesFinancial Confidence Reaches Five-Month High; TJX Dominates Off-Price Retail; Dollar Tree Leads Dollar Stores: US Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 20: Suit Direct To Open Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 22, 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: Code8 Beauty, Craghoppers, Kith, Lakeland Leather, LEGO, Lovisa, Marks & Spencer, Miniso, Morrisons, Mountain Warehouse, Pavers, Suit Direct and Trespass. 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:New Tariffs, New Challenges: How US Trade Policies Could Impact Prices and ProfitsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 2: Greggs To Open 120 Net New StoresUS Online Grocery Survey 2025: Full-Basket Orders Increase as Delivery Retains Its Dominance—InfographicHow Will Tariffs Impact China’s Singles’ Day 2025? Six Months To Go—What Brands and Retailers Need to Know
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 20: Boot Barn To Open Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 22, 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: Article, Big Y, Boot Barn, Chêne Gear, Dillard’s, Gorjana, Holiday Oil, Lost Files, Madewell, Raymour & Flanigan, Sleep Number, Swarovski, T&T Supermarket, U.S. Polo Assn., Urban Planet, Venchi and Wawa. 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:Economic Sentiment Remains Under Pressure; Plus, Apparel Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsAmazon Prime Day 2025 Evolves into a Retail Ecosystem: Five Insights on a Transforming Midyear Sales SeasonThe American Mall Renaissance: A Bifurcated Sector with Top-Tier Assets Leading the WayInnovator Profile: PlayAbly—Creating Engaging, Branded Experiences with AI-Powered Shoppable Games
Insight ReportMay 2026 US Retail Sales Outlook: Growth Persists Amid Fragile Consumer Sentiment Prerana P Kotian, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 22, 2026 Reasons to ReadUnderstand how resilient US retail sales are shaping amid rising inflation, weakening consumer sentiment, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Explore proprietary, machine-learning-driven retail sales projections as growth shows signs of moderation heading into late 2026 and early 2027. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How is US retail sales growth expected to evolve through the rest of 2026 and into early 2027, based on our proprietary, machine-learning-driven forecasts—and where are the key inflection points? What is currently sustaining retail demand, and to what extent are factors such as tax refunds and lagged effects masking underlying weakness in consumer fundamentals? How are rising inflation and slowing income growth affecting real purchasing power, and what does this mean for the sustainability of consumer spending? In what ways are declining consumer sentiment and rising fuel costs reshaping shopping behavior, including discretionary spend, trip frequency and prioritization of essentials? How are geopolitical tensions and energy-market disruptions feeding into inflation dynamics and retail performance, and what risks do they pose to near-term growth? 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:US Black Friday 2025: Early Read—Early-Morning Footfall Points to a Selective Return of the Black Friday Store EnergyFinancial Sentiment Recovers; Tariff Pessimism Improves; Inflationary Trade-Down Persists: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 39: Amazon and Bodycare To Close All StoresUS Store Tracker Extra, May 2025: Rite Aid Takes Total Closed Retail Space to Over 110 Million Square Feet
Deep DiveUS Generational Wealth Transfer: $105 Trillion To Flow Down the Generations Across the Next 25 Years Sophie Anne Luo, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 21, 2026 Reasons to ReadUnderstand how more than $105 trillion in US household wealth is expected to transfer across generations over the next two to three decades. Discover when intergenerational wealth transfer is likely to peak, using life expectancy trends, demographic analysis and generational inheritance projections. Learn why baby boomers and older households are expected to drive the largest transfer of wealth in modern US history. Explore how inheritance-driven spending may disproportionately benefit housing, home improvement, furnishings, travel, wellness and premium discretionary categories. Examine why inheritances are most commonly received during recipients’ midlife years and how that changes spending behavior and financial priorities. Analyze how housing assets may shape the transfer process, including implications for home turnover, renovation activity and residential property markets. Evaluate why intergenerational wealth transfer is expected to unfold gradually rather than trigger an immediate broad-based consumer spending surge. Data in this research report include: US household assets held by age cohort; estimated timing of intergenerational wealth transfer by age group; average inheritance and expected inheritance by wealth tier; generational inheritance projections through the 2040s; home-ownership trends among older US 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:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 13: Dollar Tree and Five Below Drive Store OpeningsHead-to-Head in Global Discount Grocery Retailing: Aldi vs. LidlConsumer Sentiment Unpacked—Higher-Income, Younger Consumers Are Most Optimistic: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraHigher-Income Consumers’ Sentiment Improves; Consumers Cutting Back More on Dining and Travel: US Consumer Survey Insights
Deep DiveShifting the Size and Fit Paradigm: A Three-Pillar Framework To Reduce Returns and Future-Proof for Agentic Commerce Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services May 19, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how sizing intelligence is reshaping apparel retail by helping brands reduce costly returns, improve fit accuracy and meet rising consumer expectations for consistency and inclusivity. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: How can apparel brands use sizing intelligence and fit data to reduce return rates and improve profitability? Why are inconsistent sizing standards damaging customer trust and increasing operational costs across the fashion industry? How can digital fit technologies, AI-driven tools and body data analytics create more personalized shopping experiences? What strategies can brands adopt to improve size inclusivity while maintaining efficiency across global markets? How are leading companies leveraging fit innovation to strengthen customer loyalty and drive competitive advantage? Companies mentioned in this report include: Alvanon and Industria de Diseno Textil. Data in this report include: The financial impact of apparel returns; Main reasons for returning apparel items purchased online. 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: Israel—January 2025 UpdateStore Growth and Tenant Shifts at US Malls: Analyzing Trends by Tier with the Store Intelligence PlatformAgentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Employ OpenAI’s Agentic Commerce Protocol To Unleash a True AI Shopping AgentNextGen 2025: Retail, Real Estate & the New Consumer—Agenda
Insight ReportWhy Is Shein Acquiring Everlane? John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 19, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover what Shein’s reported acquisition of Everlane reveals about the evolution of fast fashion into a tiered, multibrand retail strategy. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: Why is Shein acquiring Everlane despite their sharply contrasting brand positions? How does this deal fit into Shein’s broader multibrand marketplace ambitions? What lessons can be drawn from previous fast-fashion acquisitions such as Karen Millen, Missguided and Forever 21? Could Everlane’s ethical positioning and brand equity be diluted under Shein ownership? What does this acquisition signal about Shein’s IPO narrative and long-term growth strategy? Companies mentioned in this report include: Shein, Everlane, Missguided, Forever 21, Debenhams Group, Karen Millen, SPARC Group and Catalyst Brands. Data in this report include: Everlane and Shein revenue and US market-share estimates; store counts and distribution center footprints; company positioning comparisons; US consumer survey data on Shein shopping rates. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Amazon Prime Day 2025: Preview—Five Essential Insights on Consumers’ Shopping PlansSeasonal Shopping, 2Q25—Expectations for Easter, Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day; Plus, Holiday 2025 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraHot Tech Trends and Cool Products Unveiled: CES 2025 Pre-Conference InsightsUS Retail—Real Estate Insights: Embracing Small Store Formats, Immersive Experiences and Emerging Technologies
Deep DiveConsumer Sentiment Weakens, Driven by Middle-Income Consumers: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 19, 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:Kohl’s CEO Removal—Why It Happened and What It Means for US Department StoresInnovator Profile: BetterBasket—Optimizing Grocery Pricing with AI-Driven InsightsShoptalk Spring 2026: Day 2— AI, Fulfillment, Marketing and Brand Strategy Take Center StageAgentic Commerce Playbook: A Step‑by‑Step Framework for Retail Implementation and Scaling
Insight ReportApril 2026 US Retail Sales: Electronics and Sporting Goods Lead Retail Growth as Consumers Tap Savings To Maintain Spending Levels Ristha Dsa, Data Manager Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 19, 2026 Reasons to ReadThis report offers a detailed analysis of US retail sales performance in April 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 April 2025 and April 2026? How did retail sales perform across different sectors in March 2026 and April 2026? What are the estimated retail-only inflation trends from September 2025 to April 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:Rolling Metric Improves This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 41, 2025—Data GraphicConsumer Sentiment Continues to Improve; Plus, Online Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow the US–Iran Deal Changes the Inflation Outlook for RetailAnalyst Corner: All Things Tech at Shoptalk Spring 2025 with John Harmon
Deep DiveBEST at Retail: Evolving Physical Stores for the Attention Economy John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 18, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the future of physical retail and how retailers can navigate the polarized consumer demands between convenience and engagement to drive loyalty and sales. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: How can retailers address the increasing demand for friction-free shopping experiences? What are the key trends influencing consumer expectations for in-store experiences and services? How does the Coresight Research BEST framework guide retailers in balancing convenience with high-touch service? What technology solutions are most effective in enhancing the consumer shopping journey? Which global retail examples are setting the benchmark for implementing the BEST framework? Companies mentioned in this report include: PUMA, IKEA, Decathlon, H&M, Marks & Spencer, Uniqlo, Levi’s, Adidas, New Balance, The Body Shop, Sainsbury’s, Flying Tiger, Miniso, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and others. Data in this report include: consumer survey responses on services and technology usage in-store; preferences for shopping attributes across sectors; insights from global retail store visits; and examples of technological innovations enhancing the in-store experience. 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:AWS Re:Invent 2025: Five Insights from a Flood of Agentic AI Announcements by AmazonNRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show—Day 3—Agentic Commerce Expectations, Marketplace Best Practices and Disciplined Brand TransformationCEO Brief: Iran Energy Shock—US Consumer Economy and Retail ImpactsSeasonal Shopping, 3Q25—Expectations for the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Amazon Prime Day: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra
Event CoverageAI Is Unlocking New Features at a Rapid Pace: Insights from RELEX Live 2026 John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research May 18, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover how agentic AI is reshaping the future of retail operations, from software development to in-store management. Read this report to discover answers to these and other questions: What fundamental changes are happening in retail due to agentic AI? How is RELEX enabling the rapid development and customization of new software features with AI? How can AI help retailers respond more effectively to competitor promotions? In what ways can AI improve in-store management by offsetting labor shortages and enhancing employee experiences? Companies mentioned in this report include: Infios, RELEX Solutions, Sprouts Farmers Market. Data in this report include: AI-powered platform demos; software development methodologies; promotion response strategies; in-store operations and labor optimization data. 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 53: Nearly 1,550 Stores Opened in 2025Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 1: Claire’s, LK Bennett and The Original Factory Shop File for AdministrationEconomic Optimism at Five-Month Low; Holiday Shopping Slows: US Consumer Survey InsightsSentiment Dives, Tariff Pessimism Deepens, Reactive Shopping Entrenches: US Consumer Survey Insights
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: The US Mall Sector Sees Stronger Fundamentals, More Concentrated Winners, with Sujeet Naik Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research May 17, 2026 Reasons to ReadEach Analyst Corner features highlights and insights from the respective week’s “Report of the Week”—our featured must-read research report. This week, our featured report was The American Mall Renaissance: A Bifurcated Sector with Top-Tier Assets Leading the Way. In this week’s Analyst Corner, discover how the US mall sector is evolving with stronger fundamentals, driven by top-tier properties and Gen Z’s growing in-person shopping preferences. Read this report to uncover answers to these and other questions: What factors are driving the resurgence of the US mall sector, and how are occupancy, rents and NOI improving despite market challenges? How is Gen Z’s preference for physical retail and social shopping experiences reshaping the mall landscape? What opportunities are mall operators seizing to repurpose vacant spaces and attract premium tenants? What strategies can mall-owning REITs implement to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive and experience-driven retail environment? Companies mentioned in this report include: Simon Property Group. 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:Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 7: Consumer Sentiment FocusWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 46: Store Openings Down 11% Year Over YearGroceryshop 2025 Day Two: Unlocking Growth with AI, GLP-1 Shifts and Retail MediaBehind the Low Prices: Assessing Cross-Border Competition between Shein, Temu and Amazon Haul
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 19: Home Bargains To Open Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: Philip Moore, Head of Custom Research May 15, 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: Bravissimo, Busby & Fox, Cotswold Outdoor, Eme Studios, Garage, Home Bargains, JD Sports plc, JoJo Maman Bébé, LEGO, Lindt, New Look and Schuh 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: What We Learnt from Our Ninth Annual Amazon Apparel US Consumer Survey, with Aditya KaushikMarket Outlook: US Convenience Store Retailing—Charting New Paths Through Structural HeadwindsKering and L’Oréal Finalize Strategic Partnership—Multibrand Luxury and Beauty Firms Focused on Core CapabilitiesFive Ways Brands and Retailers Can Use AI/ML and Shared Data to Energize End-to-End Product Management
