Event CoverageGroceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Recap—12 Innovators, Two Winners Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services October 8, 2024 Reasons to ReadOn October 7, 2024, Coresight Research hosted the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition at Groceryshop 2024, which saw 12 early-stage retail-technology innovators compete to win the Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice awards. We present highlights from the competition in this recap report. Discover solutions spanning the supply chain, the customer experience, operational efficiency and marketing, and find out which startups won Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice! Coresight Research is a research partner of Groceryshop 2024. Other relevant research: View the accompanying presentation: Groceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: All You Need To Know Download our Innovator Profiles for the participating companies here. Your Guide to Groceryshop 2024: Five Key Themes Driving Growth and Innovation in Grocery and CPG Retail Access all of our coverage of Groceryshop 2024, as well as previous Groceryshop events Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. 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:US Department Stores—Real Estate Insights: The Strategic Real Estate Reset from Flagships to FootprintAnalyst Corner: US Grocery Retail—Decoding the $1.6 Trillion Market, with Sujeet NaikAnalyst Corner: Evaluating Ulta Beauty’s Marketplace Launch as a Strategic Response, with Madhav PitaliyaRetail-Tech Landscape: Israel—January 2025 Update
Event PresentationThe Future of 3D Design—Transformative Changes and Impact: Insights Presented at 3D Tech Fest 2024 Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder October 7, 2024 Reasons to ReadOn September 26, 2024, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented on the future of 3D design at Alvanon’s 3D Tech Fest 2024: The Physical-Digital Evolution. Dive into our full presentation to discover the transformative impacts of AI (artificial intelligence) on the apparel industry, from product development to sustainability to immersive marketing and more. Our insights are built on comprehensive Coresight Research survey data (spanning brands, retailers and consumers) and market analysis. Other relevant research: The Future of Fashion, Shaped by Technology: AI-Powered Supply Chains, Operations and Experiences in US Apparel and Footwear Retailing Immersive Experiences in Retail: Driving Sales Through Enhanced Shopper Engagement More research on GenAI in retail Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Visit the Coresight Research Fashion and Luxury Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Retail 2025: India Retail Predictions—Midyear Trends UpdateEconomic Sentiment Turns Positive Ahead of Tariff Deadline; Plus, Department Store Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 39: Skims Continues To Expand Its FootprintTariffs Prompt Pull-Forward Purchases: What Are Consumers Buying Early?—Data Graphic
Innovator ProfileGroceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Innovator Profiles Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services October 7, 2024 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research is an official research partner of Groceryshop 2024, which will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, during October 7–9, 2024. On October 7, the “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition will see 12 early-stage technology startups compete to win the Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice awards. Our Innovator Profile series gives you a sneak peek at the participating companies. Here, we pull together all Innovator Profiles for Groceryshop into one downloadable document for your convenience. The 12 companies are Augmodo, bops, Cimulate, Devour, Hummingbirds, Indellia, Journey Foods, Kodif, Leav, Machyna, Puller AI and Rodeo. Discover retail solutions spanning supply chain and inventory management, operational efficiency, enhancing the customer experience, and marketing. Which innovators do you think will win Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice? Other relevant research: See all of our coverage of Groceryshop 2024, as well as previous Groceryshop events Your Guide to Groceryshop 2024: Five Key Themes Driving Growth and Innovation in Grocery and CPG Retail 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. 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:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion PlanInnovator Profile: Scrollmark—Automating Social Engagement and Conversions Through Community-Led WorkflowsSeasonal Shopping, 4Q25—Early Spending Momentum Sets the Tone for the Holiday Season: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 25: Debenhams To Open Stores; Poundland To Close 68 Stores
Event PresentationGroceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: All You Need To Know Coresight Research October 7, 2024 Reasons to ReadOn October 7, 2024, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, is emceeing the Groceryshop “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition and serving as lead judge. The event will see 12 early-stage retail-technology innovators compete to win the Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice awards. Coresight Research is a research partner of Groceryshop 2024. In this presentation, we outline the following: Startup Pitch history—past winners Event format, comprising two rounds Expert judging panel Startup selection criteria The 12 participating innovators across four areas of retail disruption Choosing the winners—how to vote and things to consider when voting Other relevant research: For highlights from the Startup Pitch event and to find out which companies won, look out for our upcoming recap report. You download Innovator Profiles for each company here. Your Guide to Groceryshop 2024: Five Key Themes Driving Growth and Innovation in Grocery and CPG Retail Keep up to date with all our Groceryshop insights here. All Coresight Research coverage of emerging technology Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. 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:US CPG Sales Tracker: In-Store CPG Sales Fall While Beauty Remains ResilientWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 45: Bed Bath & Beyond Home Continues To Open StoresUS Retail in the Rest of 2025: Normalized Demand and Leaner Inventories Ahead of a High-Stakes Holiday SeasonFinancial Sentiment Turns Negative; Tariff Pessimism Deepens; Inflationary Trade-Down Persists: US Consumer Survey Insights
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner—US Grocery Retail: Analyzing the $1.5 Trillion Market with Sujeet Naik Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research October 6, 2024 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, discusses key themes and growth drivers in the US grocery retail market. Discover the impacts of inflation, GLP-1 drugs and more on the trajectory of grocery retail sales. We also highlight our key research from the past week and reports to look out for in the coming week, so you don’t miss out. Data in this research report include: Estimated US grocery market size and growth rate, 2024 Proprietary survey data on how US consumers are changing their shopping habits in grocery as a result of inflation Other relevant research: Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Igniting Unit Growth in a Low-Inflation Environment Responses to Inflation and Financial Resilience—Strategic Purchasing Behavior: US Consumer Survey Insights Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. The Market Sizes Databank offers an overview of key retail market or sector sizes, including Coresight Research projections for future years. Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses three key themes currently transforming the US retail and e-commerce market. 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:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: Marks & Spencer Leads Store OpeningsThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 33: US Consumers’ Tariff PerceptionsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 16: 7-Eleven To Close 300+ Stores; Plus Updates on Drugstore ClosuresEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 5: Most Companies Report Strong Growth Results This Week
Deep DiveSeasonal Shopping, 4Q24—Shoppers’ Latest Holiday Expectations: US Consumer Survey Insights Extra Aditya Kaushik, Analyst October 4, 2024 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 month, we continue our quarterly Seasonal Shopping series. We assess consumers’ holiday shopping expectations for calendar events in the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q24, October–December): Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, Halloween, Singles’ Day, Black Friday and the end-of-year holiday season. This report includes a recap of 3Q24 holidays, analyzing how consumers celebrated and spent on the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Amazon’s Prime Day, the back-to-school season and the Paris Summer Olympics, comparing their actual behavior to their earlier plans. 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 are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Whether US consumers expect to celebrate and spend on key holidays in 4Q24 How much consumers expect to spend on key holidays in 4Q24—compared to last year and in dollar terms What activities consumers plan to do to celebrate the 4Q24 events Consumers’ spending expectations for the 2024 holiday season Consumers’ behavior and spending during key holidays in 3Q24 Companies mentioned in this research report include: Adidas, Amazon, NIKE, Target, Under Armour, Walmart Other relevant research: US Back to School 2024: Retail Outlook Amazon Prime Day 2024 Wrap-Up: Apparel Proves Popular; AI Enriches Shopping Experience All our coverage of US holiday retail 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 Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Essential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2026: Retail in the Age of AI—Balancing Automation and Human-Centric ExperiencesRetail Under Pressure: How Will Tariffs Disrupt the Back-to-School and Holiday Seasons?Financial Optimism Falls to Lowest Recorded Level: China Consumer Survey Insights2026 Sector Outlook: US Home and Home-Improvement Retailing—Pro-Led, Tech-Enabled Growth Shaping the US Home and Home-Improvement Market
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week: US Grocery Focus John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research October 4, 2024 Reasons to ReadOur Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week series spotlights key data points from this week’s research. Discover key data points we are watching in week 40 of 2024, focusing on the US grocery market. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: Market Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Igniting Unit Growth in a Low-Inflation Environment Responses to Inflation and Financial Resilience—Strategic Purchasing Behavior: US Consumer Survey Insights Groceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Preview—12 Innovators Enhancing the Supply Chain, Customer Experience and Operations All our coverage of Groceryshop 2024 Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Hot Tech Trends and Cool Products Unveiled: CES 2025 Pre-Conference InsightsRetail 2025: 10 AI Trends—An Inflection Point in the GenAI RevolutionConsumer Sentiment Continues to Improve; Plus, Online Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: US Store Openings Gain Momentum—BJ’s, Burlington Stores, Abercrombie & Fitch and More
Event CoverageLoyalty Programs, Retail Media and More: Insights from DMEXCO 2024 Coresight Research October 4, 2024 Reasons to ReadDMEXCO (Digital Marketing Expo & Conference) 2024 took place during September 18–19, 2024, at the Koelnmesse exhibition center in Cologne, Germany. Each year, the event brings together marketing and media professionals, industry leaders and technology pioneers from around the world to explore key topics in the digital marketing space. Coresight Research took part in the “From Bricks to Clicks: Loyalty Programs as the Catalyst for Omnichannel Insights” panel at DMEXCO 2024. We present insights from the panel, covering a range of topics, including loyalty programs and retail media. Companies mentioned in this report include: Target , Tealium, Walkbase Other relevant research: US Retail Loyalty Programs: Decoding Consumer Behavior To Build Lasting Relationships Analyst Corner—Blending Monetary Rewards, Experiences and Technology: Explore US Retail Loyalty Programs with Sujeet Naik More research reports on retail media 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:Unlocking Success: The Pathway to Profitability for US Brands and RetailersJuly 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting 3+% Growth To Continue Amid Mixed Economic SignalsRedefining Global Sourcing: What a US–India Trade Deal Means for Retailers and ManufacturersConsumer Sentiment—The Big Surprise in a Week of Shocks; Plus, Apparel Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 40: UK Store Closures Surpass 1,000 Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst October 4, 2024 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. Data in this research report include: Week-by-week comparisons of announced store closures and openings in the US and the UK—2024 vs. 2023 Major US and UK store closures and openings, 2024 Major US and UK retail bankruptcies—2024 and 2023 Companies mentioned in this research report include: Dobbies, Hallmark, Rally House, WHSmith 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:Consumer Sentiment Improves Entering the New Year: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: Marks & Spencer Leads Store OpeningsCoresight Research Weekly Consumer Survey: Premium Subscriber CallWeekly US Consumer Sentiment, Flash Preview: The Big Surprise in a Week of Shocks—Infographic
Deep DiveRetail-Tech Landscape: Demand Forecasting—October 2024 Update John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research October 3, 2024 Reasons to ReadThe need for demand for advanced demand-forecasting tools has evolved with the digitalization, increasing complexity and heightened competition of the retail landscape today. We discuss demand-forecasting trends for retail (including the impacts of generative AI) and present selected technology providers globally that provide software solutions for demand forecasting and planning—from enterprise software to grocery-focused solutions to supply chain management technology. This report is an update of our Retail-Tech Landscape published in April 2024. Companies mentioned in this report include: Afresh, HIVERY, Impact Analytics, Microsoft, Oracle, Prevedere, RELEX Solutions Other relevant research: Winning the Retail Trifecta: Demand Forecasting, Allocation and Replenishment Reshaping Supply Chains for the 2020s: #2—Demand Forecasting All our Retail-Tech Landscapes spotlighting innovators that are disrupting the retail industry 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:Chinese New Year 2025: New Trends—Domestic Travel and Subsidy-Boosted SpendingHoliday 2024: UK Retail Wrap-Up—Cautious Spending and Late Shopping Fuel Volatile Peak TradingWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 44: Carter’s To Close 150 StoresHot Tech Trends and Cool Products Unveiled: CES 2025 Pre-Conference Insights
Store TrackerUS Store Tracker Extra, September 2024: Big Lots Drives Total Closed Space to 89 Million Square Feet Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research October 3, 2024 Reasons to ReadAnnounced store closures by Big Lots and Family Dollar in September have pushed planned total closed retail space for 2024 to nearly 89 million square feet, according to Coresight Research estimates. Discover US retailers’ latest store closure and opening announcements, as well as the square-footage impacts of these developments. This report is part of our monthly US Store Tracker Extra series; we offer insights into announced developments as of September 27, 2024. Data in this report are: Year-to-date (YTD) US store closures and openings estimates for 2024, by retailer—total number of store closures/openings and their square-footage impact US announced store closures and openings: week-by-week data for 2024 versus the comparable period in 2023 US retail bankruptcies, 2024 vs. 2023 Companies mentioned in this report include: Big Lots, Family Dollar, Foot Locker, LL Flooring Other relevant research: Read more research reports covering physical retail. View our full collection of store tracker reports. The Coresight Research US and UK Store Tracker Databank is the definitive resource for information on store openings and closures by sector in the US and UK retail industries. The Retail Bankruptcies Databank details bankruptcies of US and UK retail companies, restaurants and gyms since March 2020. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Retail Under Pressure: How Will Tariffs Disrupt the Back-to-School and Holiday Seasons?Adapting to Tariff Pressures: Strategies for Retail SuccessWorld Retail Congress 2025 Insights: Consensus on Tariffs Floor, AI Risks in Adaptive Apparel, Smart Scaling in FocusNRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show—Day 3—Agentic Commerce Expectations, Marketplace Best Practices and Disciplined Brand Transformation
Event CoverageGroceryshop 2024 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Preview—12 Innovators Enhancing the Supply Chain, Customer Experience and Operations Coresight Research Sector Lead: Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services October 2, 2024 Reasons to ReadGroceryshop 2024 is nearly here! We preview the “Shark Reef” startup pitch competition, providing details on the event’s format and judging panel as well as the 12 participating retail-technology innovators. Discover solutions spanning supply chain and inventory management, operational efficiency, enhancing the customer experience, and marketing! Which startups do you think will win Judges’ Choice and Audience Choice? Coresight Research is an official research partner of Groceryshop 2024. Look out for our free, daily coverage of the event on coresight.com. Other relevant research: You can download an Innovator Profile for each company featured in this report here. Your Guide to Groceryshop 2024: Five Key Themes Driving Growth and Innovation in Grocery and CPG Retail All Coresight Research coverage of emerging technology Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. 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 Improves: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 50, 2025—Data GraphicUS Tariffs: Divergence Between Consumer and Business Sentiment and What It Means for RetailUS Grocery Retailing—Market Forecast and Competitive Landscape: Nontraditional Grocers To Gain Share Amid Weak Volume Demand and Tariff PressuresKey Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in India in 2026: Calendar
Deep DiveInnovator Matrix: Demand Forecasting Steven Winnick, Vice President—Innovator Services October 2, 2024 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research Innovator Matrix series uncovers the top technology companies across key segments, helping retailers find technology partners, and investors discover promising retail-technology innovators poised for growth. In this report, we discuss the US demand-forecasting technology landscape and opportunity, and identify the next generation of retail innovators in the space. Demand forecasting is a critical component of retail operations that significantly impacts a retailer’s ability to optimize inventory levels, reduce waste and improve customer satisfaction. We analyze, evaluate and score the top companies based on their relative performance on a two-factor evaluation scale: level of innovation and market potential. Companies mentioned in this report are: Afresh, Algo, Blue Ridge, Blue Yonder, Impact Analytics, o9 Solutions, RELEX Solutions, SAS Institute, ToolsGroup Other relevant research: Retail-Tech Landscape: Demand Forecasting—October 2024 Update Winning the Retail Trifecta: Demand Forecasting, Allocation and Replenishment Reshaping Supply Chains for the 2020s: #2—Demand Forecasting More Innovator Research from Coresight Research, including previous reports in the Innovator Matrix series 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:CEO Brief: Coresight Research Agenda for 2026—Retail’s Strategic ImperativesFive Ways AI Is Being Used in Beauty Retailing (Plus One Bonus)—and What’s NextApril 2025 US Retail Sales: Growth Rate Reaches New High for 2025 Despite Economic UncertaintyAnalyst Corner: What Happened with US and China Consumer Sentiment on the Eve of Expected Tariffs? with John Mercer
Deep DiveResponses to Inflation and Financial Resilience—Strategic Purchasing Behavior: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst October 1, 2024 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 (with the latest data from our September 23, 2024, survey), we dive into consumer’s responses to inflation and their self-reported financial resilience. Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Consumers’ perceptions of inflation, and its impact on grocery and nongrocery spending How long consumers could cover their bills after losing their income, and unsecured debt as a proportion of monthly household income Activities that consumers have done in the past two weeks 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 Consumers’ expectations for the economy overall and for their own personal financial situation Companies mentioned in this research report include: Amazon, Costco, Walmart Other relevant research: 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 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 2026, Week 7: The Original Factory Shop Closes StoresWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 47: Store Openings Exceed 1,500JCPenney Merges with SPARC Group to Form Catalyst Brands—What It Means for US RetailUS Tariffs: Divergence Between Consumer and Business Sentiment and What It Means for Retail
Market Navigators/Market OutlookMarket Navigator: US Grocery Retailing—Igniting Unit Growth in a Low-Inflation Environment Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research September 30, 2024 Reasons to ReadEach Market Navigator report offers an in-depth, data-rich view of a retail, consumer or technology sector and is packed with data on sectors, segments, companies and consumers. Our analysts discuss at greater length the sector themes they are observing and the insights they are forming on their markets. We intend these definitive guides to serve as points of reference to those in the retail ecosystem, guiding readers’ strategic decision-making and assisting them in tapping opportunities and navigating disruption in retail and adjacent industries. In this Market Navigator, Coresight Research explores the US grocery market. Dive in today to gain insights into emerging ideas and opportunities in grocery retailing, understand the growth trajectory of the market and explore the competitive landscape. You will also discover key insights about market factors and consumer behavior and preferences, based on proprietary survey findings. We also discuss key themes we are watching in US grocery retailing, aligning with our RESET framework. Key topics covered in this report include consolidation in the US grocery space, the impact of the Ozempic economy on US grocers, growing competition due to grocery discounters and grocery retailers’ sustainability efforts, among others. Included with this Market Navigator: Grab quick access to charts, data points and conclusions in the presentation download Access the data behind key charts and tables in the Excel download Data in this research report include: Total and online market sizes and year-over-year growth rates, 2019–2028E Market breakdowns by category, distribution channel and product segment, 2017–2023 Total inflation, food-at-home inflation, and the Finished Consumer Foods Producer Price Index, December 2021–June 2024 Revenues, operating margins and store counts of leading retailers from across the US grocery market Shopper visitation growth rates (retail traffic) for major retailers of groceries Proprietary survey data on where US consumers are shopping for grocery products (both in-store and online), and why they choose the retailers they shop Companies mentioned in this report include: Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, Aldi, Amazon, BJ’s Wholesale, Costco, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Kroger, Lidl, Private Label Manufacturers Association, Publix, Sainsbury’s, Sprouts Farmers Market, Target, Tesco, Trader Joe’s, Walmart Other relevant research: Read the Research Preview for this report. US Grocery—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Growth To Soften Amid Declining Inflation Discount Decades—US Grocery Discounters: Poised for Growth Amid Inflation and Economic Uncertainty Five Ways AI Is Being Used in Grocery Retail Data Dive: When Will US Grocery Unit Growth Turn Positive? Visit the Coresight Research Food, Grocery and CPG Retail Hub to explore sector data, reports and company profiles. More reports in the Coresight Research Market Navigator (and Market Outlook) series Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Purchase this report. Buy Now This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Shoptalk Fall 2025 Day Three: From Constraints to Catalysts—Technology Driving the Next Era of RetailKey Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in China in 2026: CalendarRedefining Global Sourcing: What a US–India Trade Deal Means for Retailers and ManufacturersMay 2025 US Retail Sales: Core Sales Growth Proves Solid Despite Pull-Forward of Purchases
