Deep DiveHead-to-Head in US Warehouse Club Retailing: Costco vs. Sam’s Club Sujeet Naik, Analyst April 29, 2025 Reasons to ReadAs part of the Coresight Research Head-to-Head series, we dive into the competition between the two market leaders in US warehouse club retailing: Costco and Sam’s Club. Costco and Sam’s Club (owned by Walmart) are the two biggest names in the US warehouse club sector, with both operating membership-based models and offering bulk products at low prices. These companies focus on value and efficiency, stocking a curated range of items in large quantities to serve both everyday shoppers and small-business owners. We assess Costco’s and Sam’s Club’s revenue and margin growth in recent years, their shopper profiles and respective brick-and-mortar and tech strategies. How do the two companies stack up, and which is best positioned for future growth and success? Data in this research report include: Proprietary survey data on where warehouse club shoppers have shopped Annual sales and year-over-year growth for Costco and Sam’s Club, 2020–2024 Operating margins for Costco and Sam’s Club, 2020–2024 US store counts for Costco and Sam’s Club, 2021–2025 Other relevant research: Coresight Research Retailer Dashboards: Costco; Walmart Mass Merchandiser and Warehouse Club Shopping in Focus—Walmart Leads; High Purchase Rates for Daily Essentials: US Consumer Survey Insights US Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Essentials To Fuel Revenue Growth More coverage of mass merchandisers, discount stores and warehouse clubs All our Head-to-Head reports Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. The Market Sizes Databank offers an overview of key retail market or sector sizes, including Coresight Research projections for future years. 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:Where Shoppers Live vs. Where They Shop: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraUS Store Tracker Extra, August 2025: At Home, Claire’s and Office Depot Closures Add 4+ Million Square Feet to Total Closed Retail SpaceWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 6: US Store Closures Cross 2,000Agentic Commerce Playbook: A Step‑by‑Step Framework for Retail Implementation and Scaling
Event PresentationUnlock the Untapped Potential of AI-Powered MarTech: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, April 2025 Anna Beller, Vice President of AdvisoryJiayue Zhao, Strategy ConsultantPhilip Moore, Head of Custom Research April 29, 2025 Reasons to ReadOn April 29, 2025, the monthly Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call saw our Advisory team share their expertise on the untapped potential of AI (artificial intelligence)-powered MarTech (marketing technology). The world of MarTech is vast and often confusing. From personalization engines to campaign automation tools, content management systems to sophisticated analytics platforms, understanding where to focus your efforts and investments is critical for staying competitive. In this presentation, discover how to unlock MarTech value! With insights spanning GenAI (generative AI), agentic AI and more, we provide actionable insights, tools and frameworks to show you how to structure, prioritize and invest in MarTech today. Premium subscribers can watch the on-demand webinar replay here. Featured speakers on the Coresight Research team: Philip Moore (Moderator), Head of Market Research Anna Beller, Director of Special Projects Jiayue Zhao, Strategy Consultant Data in this presentation include: MarTech software applications market size and growth trajectory US survey findings—rates of MarTech capability utilization among US marketing leaders; barriers to high utilization; adoption rates of core MarTech tools Learn more about our Advisory Services here. Other relevant research: All our coverage of AI in retail Retail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI Revolution More reports on retail management 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: Black Friday Preview—Value, AI and Extended Promotions To Drive Sales This YearReturn to Uncertainty for Retail: Supreme Court Strikes Down US TariffsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: Lidl To Open StoresThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 32: US Store Tracker Extra
Insight ReportEnhance Shopping and Customize Care: Three Technologies Transforming the Drugstore and Pharmacy Retail Landscape Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder April 28, 2025 Reasons to ReadDrug retail is undergoing a significant transformation driven by rapid technological advancement. Discover three key technologies that are providing drugstores and pharmacies with a competitive edge! We discuss how companies can cut costs, boost efficiency and deliver personalized experiences by embracing digital tools, including AI (artificial intelligence). This report was also published as an article in Chain Drug Review. Data in this research report include: Proprietary survey findings—Reasons why US consumers choose to shop at their favorite drugstore/pharmacy Companies mentioned in this report are: CVS Health, Kroger, Walgreens Boots Alliance Other relevant research: AI in Action: Redefining Drug Discovery AI/XR, M.D.: Healthcare’s Tech-Enabled Future—Part One and Part Two More reports on AI in retail All our coverage of drugstores and healthcare Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. 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 Tariffs on Canada and Mexico: What US Consumers ThinkSector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data GraphicRetail 2025: 10 Trends Shaping the Retail Media MarketRetail Trends and Shopper Traffic Update, Q3: Early Findings & Strategic Outlook
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: US Foodservice Growth Prospects To Improve, But Tariff Uncertainty Looms—Market Outlook with Sujeet Naik Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research April 27, 2025 Reasons to ReadWelcome to Analyst Corner! Every Sunday, a member of the Coresight Research team discusses upcoming or recent research and their thoughts on interesting topics in their area of expertise. This week, Sujeet Naik, Analyst, presents selected insights from our recently published Market Outlook on US foodservice. Discover Coresight Research’s market growth projections, and understand the impacts of tariffs and inflation on the food-away-from-home sector. Data in this report include proprietary US consumer survey findings on how restaurant diners are changing their behavior as a result of menu price inflation. Coresight Research premium subscribers can dive further into our comprehensive, data-driven analysis and projections for the US foodservice market in the full research report. We also highlight our key research from the past week and upcoming reports to look out for, so you don’t miss out. Other relevant research: More coverage of tariffs Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses Shein’s business model. 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:The New Coresight 100: Leading the Retail Charge in 2025Five Ways AI Is Being Used in Apparel and Footwear Retailing—and What’s NextChinese New Year 2025 Review: From Shopping to Screens—How Younger Consumers Boosted Spring Festival SpendingUS Store Tracker Extra, June 2025: 120+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close This Year, Outpacing Openings by Over 1.5X
Event PresentationNew Technologies to Drive Retailer-Supplier Collaboration: Insights Presented at NACDS Annual Meeting 2025 Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder April 26, 2025 Reasons to ReadOn April 26, 2025, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented on technology-driven retailer-supplier collaboration as part of the “Meet the Industry” program at the NACDS Annual Meeting 2025. Hosted by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), the “top-to-top” business conference unites senior decision-makers in retail pharmacy and consumer goods. Read Weinswig’s presentation to discover five tech-driven strategies that protect against earnings erosion in the context of macroeconomic uncertainty and tariffs. These strategies, which touch on retail media, demand forecasting and pricing, align with elements of the Coresight Research CORE Framework for AI (artificial intelligence) in retail. Data in this presentation include: Proprietary survey findings—US consumer sentiment, drugstore/pharmacy shopping rates and popular product categories, generational mall traffic trends US retail media market size Case studies of technology solutions driving positive business results Companies mentioned in this presentation include: Atria, Costco, Criteo, RELEX, Scintilla, Simbe Robotics, SpartanNash, Unilever, Walmart Other relevant research: Enhance Shopping and Customize Care: Three Technologies Transforming the Drugstore and Pharmacy Retail Landscape Economic Sentiment Shows First Uptick in Eight Weeks; Plus, Drugstore and Pharmacy Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights US Drugstores—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Low-Single-Digit Sales Growth Amid a Focus on Cutting Costs Precision Pricing in Retail: AI-Driven Pricing Decisions for 2024 and Beyond—a free report, produced in partnership with RELEX The State of In-Store Retailing: Opportunities To Redefine Operations—a free report, produced in partnership with Simbe Robotics 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:January 2025 US Retail Sales: Nearly All Sectors Report Mid-Single-Digit Sales GrowthCEO Brief: Intelligent Inventory—Achieving Inventory ExcellenceThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 29: US Holiday, Back to School and Prime DayConsumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 17: Announced Closures Up 90% Year Over Year; JD Sports Reveals Global Store Plans Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst April 25, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight JD Sports’ global store plans, as well as store developments from Build-A-Bear Workshop and more. In non-store-closure news, Sleep Number has appointed a new Chief Marketing Officer. This report presents data up to week 17 of 2025, ended April 25, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US—2025 vs. 2024 Major US store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Major US retail bankruptcies—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Daiso, Build-A-Bear Workshop, JD Sports, Sleep Number, Wawa 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 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:BEST at Retail: Evolving Physical Stores for the Attention EconomyUS CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store CPG Sales Fall While Beauty Remains ResilientWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 7: Aldi and Skechers USA Announce Store Expansion Plans; Joann To Close 500 StoresMixed Signals—Economic Optimism Continues But Consumers Feel the Strain on Personal Finances: China Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 17: Sainsbury’s To Open 40 Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst April 25, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store-opening plans from Asda and Sainsbury’s, as well as the stepping down of Asda’s Chief Information Officer. This report presents data up to week 17 of 2025, ended April 25, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Asda, Hobbycraft, JD Sports plc, J Sainsbury (Argos and Sainsbury’s) 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 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:Head-to-Head in US Warehouse Club Retailing: Costco vs. Sam’s ClubAnalyst Corner: What’s Ahead for Retail Media in 2026, with Sujeet NaikInnovator Profile: Azoma—Optimizing Product Visibility for AI-Driven and Agentic CommerceShaping What’s Next in Retail—Physical Retail, AI, Retail Media: Insights from NextGen 2025, a Coresight Research Conference
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 17: US Retail and Consumer Latest Coresight Research April 25, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from our research. Discover key data points we are watching in week 17 of 2025. This week, we focus on US retail sales performance and projections as well as survey-driven insights on consumers’ economic expectations. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: March 2025 US Retail Sales: Retail Sales Rebound Amid Tariff Concerns April 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Lowering Near-Term Growth Projections Amid Volatility and Uncertainty Economic Sentiment Shows First Uptick in Eight Weeks; Plus, Drugstore and Pharmacy Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights—with associated infographic Other relevant research: 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. All graphics in the Three Data Points series This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Unlocking Success: The Pathway to Profitability for US Brands and RetailersUS CPG Sales Tracker: Sharp Beauty Rise Drives CPG Growth in December 2024Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 29: US Holiday, Back to School and Prime DayAnalyst Corner: US Consumers’ Plans for the Memorial Day, Mother’s and Father’s Day, and the Holiday Season, with Aditya Kaushik
Deep DiveDeeper on DeepSeek and Its Potential to Radically Level the AI Playing Field Charlie Poon, Analyst Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research April 24, 2025 Reasons to ReadHow is DeepSeek disrupting the AI (artificial intelligence) status quo, and what does this mean for the future of AI? The generative AI (GenAI) landscape is shifting—and fast. In this report, explore one of the most disruptive developments in global AI: the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that is redefining what’s possible with open-source, low-cost, high-performing AI models. This essential read breaks down how DeepSeek’s groundbreaking architecture and cost-efficient strategy is leading the democratization of AI, with the potential to restructure competitive dynamics across the global tech sector. We unpack the technical breakthroughs, training methodology and strategic implications of DeepSeek’s AI models. Companies mentioned in this report include: Alibaba, DeepSeek, Meta, OpenAI Other relevant research: Analyst Corner—DeepSeek Opens the Door for AI Democratization: The AI Opportunity, with Charlie Poon—a free report DeepSeek: The Chinese AI Startup That Has Overtaken ChatGPT on Apple’s App Store All our coverage of AI in retail Retail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI Revolution 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:The State of In-Store Retailing 2026: Blueprint To Scaling Store Intelligence Technologies for Retail ExcellenceStore Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook—InfographicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 52: Pacsun Plots Major US Expansion DriveEconomic Confidence Climbs; Financial Optimism Turns Positive: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 23, 2025—Infographic
InfographicDownward Trend in Economic Expectations Ends: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 17, 2025—Infographic Coresight Research April 23, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Weekly US Consumer Sentiment infographic series from Coresight Research takes a regular temperature check on US consumer sentiment in the context of shifts in the macroeconomic landscape. Data in this infographic are proprietary survey findings on: US consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation over the next 12 months Sentiment trends by income (selected insights) This week, we highlight an uptick in economic expectations for the first time in eight weeks. The latest data in this infographic are from our survey conducted on April 14, 2025. Dive into the research behind this infographic: Economic Sentiment Shows First Uptick in Eight Weeks; Plus, Drugstore and Pharmacy Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights Other relevant research: All Weekly US Consumer Sentiment infographics (The series launched in early March 2025.) All our coverage of tariffs 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:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 38: Global Names, Including LEGO, Monos and Uniqlo, Continue to ExpandCanada Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025: Best Buy, Dollarama and Loblaw Companies Lead Openings at the Start of the YearUS Store Tracker Extra, June 2025: 120+ Million Square Feet of Retail Space To Close This Year, Outpacing Openings by Over 1.5XSycamore Partners To Acquire Walgreens Boots Alliance—Exploring the Reasons for and Implications of the $23.7 Billion Deal
Insight ReportApril 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Lowering Near-Term Growth Projections Amid Volatility and Uncertainty Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 23, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. In this report, we analyze the latest available data as of April 21, 2025. Alongside this report, you can access the data behind key charts and tables in the Excel download above. Data in this research report include: Our projections for retail sales growth by month for the next 12 months Proprietary survey data on consumer sentiment in the US US actual retail sales versus model-predicted sales US unemployment rate and labor force participation rate US average hourly wages for all private-sector employees US annualized real disposable income per capita 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. 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. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 32: US Store Tracker ExtraCanada Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025: Bankrupt Hudson’s Bay Company Takes Total Closures Ahead of Openings4Q24 Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Widespread Positive Sales Growth Recorded This QuarterSector Focus: Luxury Goods—Data Graphic
Deep DiveEconomic Sentiment Shows First Uptick in Eight Weeks; Plus, Drugstore and Pharmacy Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst April 22, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series takes a regular temperature check on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on exclusive proprietary survey data. The latest data in this report are from our survey conducted on April 14, 2025, with headline findings on an uptick in consumers’ economic expectations. In addition to our usual weekly findings on consumer sentiment, activities and shopping patterns, we dive into data on drugstore and pharmacy shopping specifically. Uncover popular retailers and product categories. Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation—plus, breakdowns of our findings by income Popular retailers and product categories among drugstore and pharmacy shoppers Where consumers have bought food and nonfood products from in the last two weeks What consumers have bought in-store and online in the last two weeks Activities that consumers have done in the past two weeks Companies mentioned in this research report include: CVS Health, Rite Aid, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walmart Other relevant research: The Rise of GLP-1 Drugs: Unveiling New Horizons in the US Healthcare Space US Drugstores— Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Low-Single-Digit Sales Growth Amid a Focus on Cutting Costs More reports on drugstores and healthcare All our coverage of tariffs Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. The Weekly US Consumer Sentiment infographic series highlights key Coresight Research findings on economic and financial expectations in the context of shifts in the macroeconomic landscape. 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 for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—PlaybookConsumer Sentiment Peaks Ahead of Singles’ Day—Then Stabilizes: China Consumer Survey InsightsInnovator Profile: Palate—Agile, Authentic Product Feedback for Better Food InnovationWhat Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Insights Presented at RLC Global Forum 2025
Deep DiveKeeping Green While Saving Green: Five Areas for Technology-Driven Sustainability in 2025 John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research April 22, 2025 Reasons to ReadAmid current, challenging economic times, interest in sustainability is regrettably likely to take a secondary importance for many companies. However, Coresight Research believes that sustainability is not antithetical to profitability. As retailers and brands reflect on the environmental impacts of their business this Earth Day (April 22, 2025), we explore five key areas where emerging technology can help to enhance sustainability while simultaneously improving revenues or reducing costs—in effect, doing good while doing well. Data in this research report include: Proprietary survey data on reasons for online apparel returns and what share of consumers planned to participate in the secondhand market while shopping for the 2024 holiday season The estimated value of all food wasted across the supply chain in 2024 The estimated size of the US fashion resale market, 2025 and 2028 Companies mentioned in this report include: Apple, Amazon, Avery Dennison, Digital Wave Technologies, Invent.ai, Kroger, Macy’s, Inc., Meta Platforms, RELEX, SAP, Shein, Target, ThredUp, Walmart Other relevant research: Sustainability in Focus—Middle-Income Millennials Choose Eco-Friendly Retailers: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra CES 2025 Wrap-Up: Top 10 Takeaways—AI, Retail Tech, Sustainability, and Health and Wellness Come into Focus Retail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI Revolution Introducing the FRESH Framework: Winning in Grocery with AI While Reducing Food Waste All our coverage of sustainability in 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:Financial Confidence Reaches Five-Month High; TJX Dominates Off-Price Retail; Dollar Tree Leads Dollar Stores: US Consumer Survey InsightsConsumer Sentiment Softens in March as Oil Shock Pressures Build: China Consumer Survey InsightsRetail-Tech Landscape: Israel—February 2026 Update2026 Retail Predictions: US—Five Forces Powering the Next Retail Transformation
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Is Shein’s Fashion Model a Template for Environmental Sustainability? with John Mercer John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 20, 2025 Reasons to ReadWelcome to Analyst Corner! Every Sunday, a member of the Coresight Research team discusses upcoming or recent research and their thoughts on interesting topics in their area of expertise. This week, John Mercer, Head of Global Research, discusses Shein’s business model, highlighting insights from the company that were presented at the Retail Technology Show 2025. Understand the company’s approach to aligning supply and demand in the fashion industry, and its implications for sustainability. We also highlight our key research from the past week and upcoming reports to look out for, so you don’t miss out. Other relevant research: More of our insights from the Retail Technology Show 2025 Event presentation: What Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu? More coverage of sustainability in retail Visit the Coresight Research Fashion and Luxury Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which offers technology-focused highlights from Shoptalk Spring 2025. 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: Coframe—Using AI-Driven Experimentation to Optimize Digital Storefront PerformanceWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 31: Greggs Opens More than 60% of Its Announced Store OpeningsHoliday 2024: UK Retail Wrap-Up—Cautious Spending and Late Shopping Fuel Volatile Peak TradingEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 6: Sales Decline for Kroger, Macy’s, Ross Stores and Other Retailers
Store TrackerWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 16: B&M and Tesco Provide Store-Opening Plans Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research April 18, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the UK. This week, we highlight store-opening plans from B&M and Tesco, as well as Asda’s appointment of a new Chief People Officer. This report presents data up to week 16 of 2025, ended April 18, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: B&M, The Range, River Island, Søstrene Grene, Tesco, Winfields Outdoors Other relevant research: The full collection of Store Tracker reports 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 Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store Sales Recover; Beauty Leads Growth; Online Grocery Remains StrongAnalyst Corner: Is Shein’s Fashion Model a Template for Environmental Sustainability? with John MercerAnalyst Corner: Value, Vintage and Luxury Drive US Fashion Resale Momentum, with Aditya KaushikAgentic Commerce: How Retailers Can Employ OpenAI’s Agentic Commerce Protocol To Unleash a True AI Shopping Agent