Deep DiveWhere Shoppers Live vs. Where They Shop: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 4, 2025 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research monthly US Consumer Survey Insights series offers a more detailed or specific take on trends and data from our weekly surveys of US consumers. This month, we dive into regional trends in food and nonfood shopping in the US. We identify the most popular retailers and break down shopper penetration rates across four regions and nine subregions. The appendix of this report provides results on consumers’ shopping behaviors from our weekly survey questions aggregated in four-week increments over the past few months. Data in this research report include proprietary consumer survey findings on: “Urbanness” scores—a metric to determine how rural- or urban-focused a retailer’s reach is Food shopping rates by subregion for 14 major retailers Nonfood shopping rates by subregion for 12 major retailers The most popular retailers by subregion Breakdown of selected retailers’ shopper base, by subregion Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Costco, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Target, Temu, Walmart Other relevant research: This report is a counterpart to our yearly Who Shops Where report, which provides shopper profiles by age, income and gender; and this report marks six months until the scheduled publication of Who Shops Where 2025. Read the full series of US Consumer Survey Insights and US Consumer Survey Insights Extra reports. The 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 Purchase this report. Buy Now This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Innovator Profile: ReFiBuy—Solving Research-Find-Buy E-commerce Challenges with Agentic AIRolling Metric Sentiment Declined This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 36, 2025—InfographicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 37: Bodycare Enters Administration and Closes StoresUS Consumer Sentiment Amid the Energy Shock: Premium Subscriber Call
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner—Location, Location, Location: US Regional Shopping Trends with Aditya Kaushik Aditya Kaushik, Analyst March 2, 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, Aditya Kaushik, Analyst, draws on proprietary survey findings to reveal regional shopping trends in the US. Discover which retailers are popular for food and nonfood shopping across various regions. We also highlight our key research from the past week and upcoming reports to look out for, so you don’t miss out. Companies mentioned in this report include: Ahold Delhaize, Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Temu Other relevant research: Look out for our full report to dive into our comprehensive survey data on shopper demographics and regional trends: Where Shoppers Live and Where They Shop: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra. The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses technology adoption as a means to combat rising store closures. 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:CES 2026 Preview: A Guide to What Retailers Should See and DoPlaybook: GenAI To Reinvent Supply ChainsNovember 2025 US Retail Sales: Positive but Muted Holiday GrowthApril Sentiment Steadies, but Energy and Property Drag Weigh on Households: China Consumer Survey Insights
Event CoverageEssential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2025: Navigating the Future of Customer-Centric Retail with AI and Unified Commerce Aditya Kaushik, Analyst February 28, 2025 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research is a research partner of Shoptalk Spring 2025, an annual conference that explores the latest trends, innovations and challenges in the retail industry. The event will take place during March 25–27 at the Mandalay Bay resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. Plan your time at Shoptalk Spring 2025 with this essential guide! This year, the event will focus on what it means to be “customer-centric” in today’s dynamic retail landscape. Discover the five major retail themes that will permeate the conference, aligning with Coresight Research’s predictions for retail in 2025 and beyond. We highlight industry-leading speakers and exciting sessions that will offer unmissable perspectives on innovations, challenges and opportunities, spanning AI, unified commerce, retail media and more. This report was updated on March 24, 2025, to reflect changes in the agenda. Cover image: Shoptalk’s Sophie Wawro, Global President (left) and Mike Antonecchia, SVP (right) Source: Shoptalk Other relevant research: Catch up on insights from previous Shoptalk events and look out for our daily coverage of Shoptalk Spring 2025 here. Retail 2025: What Will Redefine US Retail?—Coresight Research Predictions Retail 2025: 10 Trends in Retail Technology Retail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI Revolution 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:Economic Sentiment Turns Negative This Week: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 37, 2025—InfographicGroceryshop 2025 Day One: AI Drives Smarter Operations as Shoppers Seek Value and WellnessInnovator Profile: Kalder—Monetizing Customer Loyalty with White-Label Cashback and RewardsSector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data Graphic
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 9: Beauty Shopping in Focus John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 28, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from this week’s research. For week 9 of 2025, we focus on beauty shopping, with highlights from our recent US consumer survey analysis. Dive into the full research report behind these data points: Beauty Shopping in Focus; Economic Sentiment Turns Negative: US Consumer Survey Insights Other relevant research: US Beauty—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Product Innovation and Unified Commerce To Drive Growth All our coverage of beauty retail 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:Amazon Prime Day India 2025: Preview—Capitalizing on E-Commerce Momentum; Unlocking Small-Town Potential Through Speed and ValueSeptember 2025 US Retail Sales: Delayed Government Data Show Strong Retail Growth in SeptemberEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 2: Adidas, CVS, Sprouts and More Report Solid Sales Growth—InfographicWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 7: Aldi and Skechers USA Announce Store Expansion Plans; Joann To Close 500 Stores
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 9: Joann To Close an Additional 300+ Stores, Shuttering All Locations Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst February 28, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight the recent announcement that Joann will close all of its stores, as well as major opening announcements from Carter’s and Grocery Outlet. Non-store-closure news includes Petco appointing a new Chief Financial Officer. This report presents data up to week 9 of 2025, ended February 28, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major US and UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Major US retail bankruptcies—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Carter’s, Grocery Outlet, Joann, MaxiDeals, Sprouts Farmers Market 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 Store Tracker Extra, April 2025: JD Sports and 7-Eleven Drive Total Opened Retail Space to Over 67 Million Square FeetUS CPG Sales Tracker: CPG E-Commerce Spikes and Beauty Sales Growth Jumps, Driven by Prime Day and Competing July 2025 Sales EventsUS Grocery Retailing—Market Forecast and Competitive Landscape: Nontraditional Grocers To Gain Share Amid Weak Volume Demand and Tariff PressuresNRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show—Day 2—Retail Running on AI, Plus The Growing Value of Private Label and Creator Content
Event PresentationData and Tech for Development—Tapping into the Consumer’s Head: Insights Presented at Retail Property Symposium 2025 Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder February 27, 2025 Reasons to ReadOn February 27, 2025, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented at the Retail Property Symposium 2025 in Bal Harbour (Miami), Florida. This exclusive event, hosted by global leadership community YPO, brought together top executives, investors and industry leaders to explore key trends shaping the retail real estate landscape. During her presentation, Weinswig shared expertise on how data-driven strategies can enhance retail success and imagined the technology-powered mall of the future. We sought to answer three critical questions to help retail and real estate companies understand and navigate today’s landscape: What’s going on in the retail market and with the consumer? Is the retail landscape changing? How are real estate companies implementing tech today? This presentation also touches on tariffs, unified commerce, AI (artificial intelligence) in retail, the growth of Shein and Temu, the Ozempic economy, computer vision, blockchain, and much more! Data in this presentation include: Proprietary US consumer survey findings—expectations for the economy and their household situation; generational differences in visiting malls; online shopping trends US retail sales and year-over-year growth, 2020–2029E Key indicators of US retail sales, spanning the housing market, the labor market, inflation and more Egg prices and food-at-home inflation Top 20 companies contributing to store openings and closures in the US, 2025 YTD Foot-traffic breakdown—year-over-year change in shopper visits for multiple retail and related sectors Other relevant research: More research on real estate and the consumer The Coresight Research CORE Framework for AI in retail Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. 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. 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 5: Saks Global To Close StoresAnalyst Corner: US Foodservice Growth Prospects To Improve, But Tariff Uncertainty Looms—Market Outlook with Sujeet NaikFebruary 2026 US Retail Sales: Weaker Core Performance and Divergent Sector TrendsTrends and Predictions for 2025 with Updates from CES and NRF: Premium Subscriber Call, January 2025
Insight ReportEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 4: Birkenstock, Hermès, Sprouts and More Post Double-Digit Growth Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research February 26, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list as they report fourth-quarter 2024 earnings. This week, discover highlights from major companies that reported in the week ended February 21, 2025, across six sectors: apparel and footwear, e-commerce, food and grocery, home and home improvement, luxury and mass merchandisers. Alongside this report, you can assess selected earnings highlights, including earnings and EPS (earnings per share) data, via the infographic download above. Data in this research report include: Quarterly data from companies, including gross margins and sales data by brand (where applicable), channel and geography Companies mentioned in this report include: Birkenstock, Floor & Décor, Hermès, MercadoLibre, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walmart, Wayfair Other relevant research: Explore all our Earnings Insights reports, including quarterly wrap-ups. The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates and capital raised by major retail companies. The US Holiday Retail 2024 Databank tracks key retail metrics for the holiday season, including hiring and delivery surcharges. 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 25: Furniture Frenzy—At Home’s Bankruptcy, Ashley’s Store Renewal and Openings from IKEA, Wayfair and MoreShoptalk Spring 2026: Day 3— Retail AI and the Omnichannel Experience; Premium Brand Building; The Creator Economy Reshapes Commerce; Shoptalk Spring 2026 Key TakeawaysWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 37: Bodycare Enters Administration and Closes StoresHoliday Shopping Starts in the Summer: Tariffs Trigger Ultra-Early Holiday Shopping in 2025—Data Graphic
InfographicEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 4: Birkenstock, Hermès, Sprouts and More Post Double-Digit Growth—Infographic Coresight Research Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 26, 2025 Reasons to ReadDiscover the latest revenue and EPS (earnings per share) data from week four of the 4Q24 (fourth quarter of 2024) earnings season with this infographic, covering various companies that reported in the week, including Hermès, Sprouts Farmers Market and Walmart, among others. Data in this infographic include: Quarterly revenue and EPS data (where applicable) from companies on our Coresight 100 list Dive into the research report behind this infographic: Earnings Insights 4Q24, Week 4: Birkenstock, Hermès, Sprouts and More Post Double-Digit Growth Other relevant research: Explore all our Earnings Insights reports, including quarterly wrap-ups. The New Coresight 100: Leading the Retail Charge in 2025 The Corporate and Financial Developments Databank includes details of management changes, financial guidance updates and capital raised by major retail companies. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Retail Trends and Shopper Traffic Update, Q3: Early Findings & Strategic OutlookShoptalk Spring 2026: Day 2— AI, Fulfillment, Marketing and Brand Strategy Take Center StageWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 32: Claire’s Files for Bankruptcy—Potentially 1,137 Stores To CloseSector Focus: Department Stores—Data Graphic
Deep DiveBeauty Shopping in Focus; Economic Sentiment Turns Negative: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst February 26, 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. This week, in addition to our usual weekly findings on consumer sentiment, activities and shopping patterns, we dive into findings on beauty shopping specifically. Where are beauty shoppers making purchases, and what categories are they buying? The latest data in this report are from our survey conducted on February 17, 2025, with headline findings on the dominance of Walmart and Amazon by beauty shopper penetration. We also highlight a significant decline in consumers’ expectations for the economy. Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Whether consumers have bought beauty products in the past three months Popular retailers and product categories among beauty shoppers Consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation—plus, breakdowns of our findings by income 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: Amazon, Sephora, Target, Ulta Beauty, Walgreens, Walmart Other relevant research: 2025 Tariffs: Impacts on the US Consumer Economy—Infographic US Beauty—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook All our coverage of beauty retailing The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. 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:AI Insights: Instacart CEO Fidji Simo To Join OpenAI as CEO of ApplicationsUS Consumers’ Perceptions of Tariffs: Data GraphicWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 30: Claire’s Reportedly Plans to File for BankruptcyWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 28: Store Closures Climb by Two-Thirds vs. Last Year
Event PresentationWhat Can Retailers Learn from Shein and Temu?: Premium Subscriber Call, February 2025 Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder February 25, 2025 Reasons to ReadOn February 25, 2025, the monthly Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call presented our insights on Chinese e-commerce players Shein and Temu. In an era where consumer expectations are evolving at lightning speed, Shein and Temu have emerged as global disruptors, redefining how brands can leverage technology, data and agile supply chains to stay ahead. In this presentation, explore the strategies behind Shein and Temu’s meteoric rise and what they reveal about the future of retail. What lessons can retailers learn from Shein and Temu? Explore how these platforms are disrupting retail, redefining consumer engagement and supply chain innovation. Featured speakers on the Coresight Research team: Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder John Mercer, Head of Global Research This presentation from the event explores: Timelines—Developments in Shein’s and Temu’s operations since their launch Growth Trajectories—Revenue/GMV performance by Shein and Temu AI Opportunities—Shein’s and Temu’s key technologies across the Coresight Research CORE Framework 10 Key Actions—What retailers can do to rival Shein and Temu, spanning supply chain, tech and customer engagement The Coresight Research STORE Framework for AI Adoption Acceleration This presentation accompanies the on-demand webinar of the Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call in February 2025. Other relevant research: The Coresight Research CORE Framework for AI in retail US and China E-Commerce—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Online Sales To Maintain Strong Growth Momentum More research on e-commerce, supply chain and GenAI in retail Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:US Store Tracker Extra: Store Openings and Closures 2025 Review and 2026 Outlook—Data GraphicAnalyst Corner: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Key Distribution Channel Shifts in 2026Shoptalk Spring 2026 Wrap-Up: Retail Insights Centered on AI Successes and ResultsResearch Preview: Agentic Commerce—Retail Moves to Product Visibility and Checkout on ChatGPT
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Can Technology Adoption Decelerate the Store Closure Trend? Three Recommendations from Manik Bhatia Manik Bhatia, Head of Cobranded Research Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research February 23, 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, Manik Bhatia, Head of Custom Research, offers three recommendations for US retailers to effectively adopt technology solutions in order to drive brick-and-mortar retail success in the face of rising store closures. 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: Store Tracker Extra: US Store Openings and Closures 2024 Review and 2025 Outlook 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. Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses evolving in-store loss prevention. 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:Analyst Corner: Singles’ Day 2025 Trends See AI Move Center Stage, with John MercerStore of the Future: Unlocking Performance Through InnovationSector Focus: Luxury Goods—Data GraphicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 20: Cross-Border Players Don’t Prevent Amazon Reaching New Highs in Apparel
Insight ReportChinese New Year 2025 Review: From Shopping to Screens—How Younger Consumers Boosted Spring Festival Spending Charlie Poon, Analyst Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadSpring Festival 2025, marking the start of the Chinese New Year, has officially come to an end. This year (the Year of the Snake), this major event in the Chinese calendar spanned January 29 (day 1 of the lunar calendar) to February 12. How did consumers celebrate Lunar New Year and where did they direct their spending? We offer insights on retail trends, consumer preferences and market opportunities from the holiday. Data in this research report include: China retail market size, 2020–2025E Sales by city tier and retailer type, 2025 Domestic tourism revenue, total domestic tourist numbers and per capita domestic tourist spending during Chinese New Year, 2017–2025 Companies mentioned in this report include: Costco, DeepSeek, Disney, Lululemon Athletica, OpenAI, Jiajiayue, Renrenle, Unitree Robotics, Walmart Other relevant research: Chinese New Year 2025: New Trends—Domestic Travel and Subsidy-Boosted Spending Key Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in China in 2025: Calendar Retail 2025: China Retail Predictions The China Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the trajectory of retail in China. 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:January 2026 US Retail Sales: Stable Growth Trajectory Consistent with ML ProjectionsAmazon Prime Day 2025: Preview—Five Essential Insights on Consumers’ Shopping PlansWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 41: Rite Aid Shuts Up Shop; Amazon Fresh Closes StoresMass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores: Themes, Concepts and Innovators—Target at a Crossroads, Dollar Stores Revive and Warehouse Clubs Gain Momentum
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 8: US Store Closures Exceed 3,000, Up 420% Year Over Year Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. This week, we highlight the growing number of store closures in the US, which are up 420% year over year in 2025 so far. Retailers contributing to store closures this week include CVS Health and Kirkland’s. Non-store-closure news includes the CEO of Hanesbrands stepping down. In the UK, store openings are picking up pace, with expansions by Hollister and Ebebek among those tracked this week. This report presents data up to week 8 of 2025, ended February 21, 2025. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2025 vs. 2024 Major US and UK store closures and openings—2025 and 2024 Major US retail bankruptcies—2025 and 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: CVS Health, Ebebek, Gymshark, Hanesbrands, Hollister, Kirkland’s 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:Sentiment Holds Steady As August Tariffs Deadline Looms: China Consumer Survey InsightsAnalyst Corner: US Apparel and Footwear Retailing—Key Distribution Channel Shifts in 2026Rolling Metric Continues Upward Trend: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 30, 2025—InfographicUnlocking Success: The Pathway to Profitability for US Brands and Retailers
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 8 John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 21, 2025 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from this week’s research. From US consumer sentiment and retail sales to grocery store traffic for Amazon, discover key data points we are watching in week 8 of 2025. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: Department Stores in Focus; Plus, Consumer Sentiment Latest: US Consumer Survey Insights February 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook Grocery Retailing—US Real Estate Insights Other relevant research: The Coresight Research US Consumer Survey Databank provides additional insight into US consumer behaviors from our weekly surveys. Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. All graphics in the Three Data Points series 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 OpeningsShoptalk Spring 2025 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator ProfilesEarnings Insights 1Q25, Week 3: E-Commerce Sees Solid Results as Amazon, Coupang, Zalando and More Report Growth—InfographicRetail 2025 Sector Outlooks: Ebook
Insight ReportFebruary 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Growth Set for a Slowdown in February and March Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research February 20, 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 February 18, 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 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:Playbook: AI for Productivity in Retail—Eight Areas of OpportunityEconomic Sentiment Hits A Two-Month Low: US Consumer Survey Insights2026 Sector Outlook: US Home and Home-Improvement Retailing—Pro-Led, Tech-Enabled Growth Shaping the US Home and Home-Improvement MarketWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 22: Leading Labels and Radley London To Close All UK Stores