Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner—Rate Cuts and Sub-3% Inflation: Enough To Move the Needle? Explore Implications with John Mercer John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 22, 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, John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research, discusses the potential implications of the Federal Reserve’s recent interest-rate cuts for consumer sentiment in the US. 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: Proprietary survey findings—US consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy over the next 12 months Other relevant research: Data Dive: US Consumer Debt in Focus as the Fed Cuts Rates Read previous Analyst Corner reports, including last week’s report, which discusses whether the actual implementation of AI (artificial intelligence) in retail lives up to the technology’s dominance in industry conversation. 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:Sentiment Improves Slightly; Tariff Pessimism Eases; Inflation Awareness Highly Salient: US Consumer Survey InsightsUS Fashion Resale: Value, Vintage and Luxury Drive MomentumNextGen 2025 Highlights: Coresight Research Premium Subscriber Call, July 2025Flipkart Big Billion Days 2025: Wrap-Up—Sales-Tax Reforms, Quick Commerce and “Trust Shield” Shape Growth
Deep Dive2Q24 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Most Companies Deliver Positive Sales Growth Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research September 20, 2024 Reasons to ReadWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms (Coresight 100 companies mostly based in the US) in the second quarter of 2024, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, and considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Data in this 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: American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Burlington Stores, Coty, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dollar General, Foot Locker, Gap, Kohl’s, Levi Strauss, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Ralph Lauren, Ross Stores, The TJX Companies, Ulta Beauty, Under Armour, VF Corporation Other relevant research: Explore all our Earnings Insights reports, including quarterly wrap-ups. The Coresight 100 list 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:Responses to Inflation—Trading Down in Food and Nonfood Remains a Critical Shopping Strategy: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 3: Joann Files for Bankruptcy Again as US Closures Cross 2,000US Tariffs: Who Wins, Who Loses and What It Means for the EconomyShifting the Size and Fit Paradigm: A Three-Pillar Framework To Reduce Returns and Future-Proof for Agentic Commerce
Event CoverageRetail and Healthcare Innovation: Insights from NACDS Total Store Expo 2024 Coresight Research September 20, 2024 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research attended the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Total Store Expo (NACDS TSE) in August 2024, hosting the Innovation Forum alongside our partners GoCharlie, Omnistream, Placer.ai and Treasure Data. In this report, we offer key highlights and strategic insights from the event. Hot topics included GenAI (generative artificial intelligence), pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform and innovations shaping the US healthcare market. Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, CVS Health, GoCharlie, IBM, Omnistream, Placer.ai, Teladoc Health, Treasure Data, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Walmart Other relevant research: Innovator Profile: GoCharlie’s AI Assistant Provides Data Control and Drives Productivity for Brands The Power of First-Party Data: Five Ways To Maximize Business Success: A free report from Coresight Research and Treasure Data All Coresight Research coverage of drugstore retail Market Navigator: US Healthcare—Evolving To Become More Personalized and Consumer-Focused AI/XR, M.D.: Consumer-Facing Technology—Healthcare’s Tech-Enabled Future, Part One and Part Two 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:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 16: 7-Eleven To Close 300+ Stores; Plus Updates on Drugstore ClosuresUS CPG Sales Tracker: Sharp Beauty Rise Drives CPG Growth in December 20242026 Sector Outlooks: EbookSentiment, Tariffs and Inflation—What the Consumer Is Thinking: US Consumer Survey Insights
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 38: US Store Closures Climb Nearly 50% Year Over Year Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 20, 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: Aldi, Adidas, Metro Mattress, Reebok 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:Shoptalk Spring 2026 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch: Event Format and CompetitorsWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 7: Aritzia and Trader Joe’s Announces Store OpeningsEssential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2025: Navigating the Future of Customer-Centric Retail with AI and Unified CommerceKey Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in China in 2026: Calendar
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week: Global Focus John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 20, 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 38 of 2024, spanning India’s Big Billion Days 2024, US credit card balances and economic optimism in China. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: Flipkart Big Billion Days 2024 Preview: Fast Delivery and Increased Sustainability To Boost Sales Data Dive: US Consumer Debt in Focus as the Fed Cuts Rates Consumer Confidence Hints at Economic Uptick: China Consumer Survey Insights This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Unlocking Success: The Pathway to Profitability for US Brands and RetailersEarnings Insights 4Q24, Week 4: Birkenstock, Hermès, Sprouts and More Post Double-Digit Growth—InfographicEssential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2025: Navigating the Future of Customer-Centric Retail with AI and Unified CommerceSentiment Improves Slightly; Tariff Pessimism Eases; Inflation Awareness Highly Salient: US Consumer Survey Insights
Insight ReportRetail Shrink and ORC: California and New York Enact Tough New Anti-Theft Laws Sujeet Naik, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research September 19, 2024 Reasons to ReadWe present the latest developments in retail shrink, which include new anti-theft laws in the US and supermarket security measures in the UK. Plus, discover new solutions and partnerships in the loss-prevention technology space, and dive into recent commentary on shrink from selected US retailers. Part of our monthly Retail Shrink and ORC (organized retail crime) series, this research report covers the period mid-August to mid-September 2024. Companies mentioned in this report include: Appriss Retail, Associated British Foods, Co-op, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Giant Food, Morrisons, Nordstrom, Target, ZeroEyes Other relevant research: More reports in the Retail Shrink and ORC series RetailTech: Leading-Edge Loss Prevention—Tackling Theft and Fraud Through RFID, Video Surveillance and More—a free report, sponsored by Sensormatic Retail Challenges Drive Edge Technology Investment—a free report, sponsored by VMware Retail-Tech Landscape: Loss Prevention Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Analyst Corner: The Brave New World of Agentic Shopping, with John HarmonTarget Financial Community Meeting 2026: Rebuilding Momentum Through Store Reinvention, Merchandising Authority, Loyalty and TechnologySaving $4.5 Billion as “Client Zero”: Insights from the IBM “AI at Scale” Conference—From Potential to PerformanceA Guide to NRF 2026 Retail’s Big Show: The Next Now—Key Insights Shaping the Future of Retail
Insight ReportData Dive: US Consumer Debt in Focus as the Fed Cuts Rates John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 18, 2024 Reasons to ReadThe US Federal Reserve is cutting interest rates, with the latest, 50-basis-point interest-rate cut announced on September 18, 2024. In this Data Dive, we review the state of consumer debt in the US amid these cuts, including trajectories, delinquencies (past-due) and ratios to income. Read our data-driven insights to understand key metrics shaping the US consumer economy. Data in this research report include: US household debt, 2Q24, including outstanding balances and delinquency rates US household credit card debt, 2010–2024 US household debt service payments as a proportion of disposable personal income Raio of US consumers’ unsecured debt to monthly household income, breakdown by income—proprietary survey data Companies mentioned in this report include: Costco, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Kohl’s, Shein, Target, The TJX Companies Other relevant research: More reports in the Coresight Research Data Dive 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 Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 51: Retailers Announce Around 250 Store Openings for 2026Innovator Profile: Ethosphere—Turning Retail Sales-Floor Conversations Into Operational InsightsPlaybook: Retail’s Alternative Revenue Models—Monetizing Media, Data and InfrastructureUS Apparel & Footwear Retailing—Themes, Concepts and Innovators: AI, Value, GLP-1 and More To Drive Apparel Transformation
Insight ReportFlipkart Big Billion Days 2024 Preview: Fast Delivery and Increased Sustainability To Boost Sales Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research September 18, 2024 Reasons to ReadWe present key insights ahead of Flipkart’s Big Billion Days (BBD) 2024, which will begin on September 27. We discuss consumer sentiment for the festive season, categories that consumers are likely to buy during the event, and key initiatives from Flipkart to offer a seamless shopping experience and drive sales. Data in this research report include: Number of online shoppers in India, 2019–2027E Most popular categories that Indian consumers shop online, July 2023–June 2024 Companies mentioned in this report include: Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra, Samsung, Walmart Other relevant research: Flipkart Big Billion Days 2023: Wrap-Up—Value, Technology and Convenience Take the Lead Retail 2024: 10 Trends in India Retail Amazon Prime Day India 2024: Wrap-Up—Flagship Event Delivers Record Member Engagement Key Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in India in 2024: Calendar 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:4Q25 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: 80% of Companies Grow Sales and About 75% Beat EPS Consensus Amid Broad Strength in Discount, Specialty Apparel and Value RetailAnalyst Corner: US Retail Inflation Rises to Its Highest Level in 2.5 Years, with John MercerMapping the US’s Reciprocal Import Tariffs: Which Nations Are Affected?Weekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 15: Lidl To Open Stores
Event CoverageStrategic Guide to Shoptalk Fall 2024: Six Key Themes Shaping Retail’s Future Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Research September 18, 2024 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research is a research partner of Shoptalk Fall 2024, a new conference from the Shoptalk team that will explore the latest trends, innovations, challenges and opportunities in the retail industry. The event will take place during October 16–18, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, US. Plan your time at Shoptalk Fall 2024 with this essential guide to key sessions across six retail themes, from unified commerce to brand loyalty. Don’t miss out on strategic insights to help your business identify the signal in the noise of the vast quantities of data, news and other information we all confront today. We look forward to seeing you at Shoptalk Fall. This report was first published on September 18, 2024. We updated some details on October 7, 2024. Other relevant research: Catch up on insights from previous Shoptalk events and look out for our daily coverage of Shoptalk Fall 2024 here. Complementing this guide, the Coresight Research Retaili$tic podcast previewed Shoptalk Fall in an episode released on October 1, 2024. Tune in to hear critical insights from Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, on a range of retail topics! All our coverage of retail management 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:Kering and L’Oréal Announce €4 Billion Strategic Partnership—Multibrand Luxury and Beauty Firms Playing To Their StrengthsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 45: Fired Earth To Close Stores Due to AdministrationInnovator Profile: Kalder—Monetizing Customer Loyalty with White-Label Cashback and RewardsUS Store Tracker Extra, February 2025: Bankruptcies Push Total Closed Retail Space Toward 85 Million Square Feet
Insight ReportAugust 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Eases Following One-Month Spike Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst Sector Lead: Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Retail Research September 17, 2024 Reasons to ReadUsing data from the US Census Bureau, we analyze US retail sales in August 2024, in total and by sector. Data in this research report are: Year-over-year changes in US total retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles), August 2023–August 2024 Year-over-year changes in retail sales by sector, July and August 2024 Other relevant research: July 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Rebounds with Second-Highest Rate in 2024 Our monthly reports keep you up to date on retail sales (in total and by sector) and key consumer indicators in the US. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 38: Global Names, Including LEGO, Monos and Uniqlo, Continue to ExpandEconomic Sentiment Hits A Two-Month Low: US Consumer Survey InsightsSustained Stimulus Measures Give Rise to Consumer Optimism: China Consumer Survey InsightsHoliday 2025 Survey Insights: Dollar Stores and Temu Break into the Top Five Retailers
Deep DiveBeauty Shopping in Focus—Walmart and Amazon Retain Dominance Over Specialists and Drugstores: US Consumer Survey Insights Aditya Kaushik, Analyst September 17, 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 9, 2024, survey), we present new data on the beauty sector specifically, diving into where beauty shoppers make purchases and what they buy. Data in this research report are our latest proprietary survey findings on: Whether consumers have purchased beauty products in the past three months Popular retailers and product categories among beauty shoppers 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, CVS, Sephora, Target, Ulta Beauty, Walmart Other relevant research: US Beauty—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Feel-Good Factor To Drive Sales Market Navigator: US Beauty—Inclusivity, Premiumization and Innovation Lead the Way All our research reports on beauty retailing Every 12 weeks, we survey consumers about each major retail sector, and we include that data in full in our US Consumer Survey Insights Databank. Look out for focused analysis on more retail sectors in future reports in our US Consumer Survey Insights report 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 Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Consumer Sentiment Unpacked—Higher-Income, Younger Consumers Are Most Optimistic: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraAnalyst Corner: Three Themes Transforming US Apparel and Footwear Retail in 2025, with Anand KumarHigh-Tech Retailing—Four Technologies That Retailers Can Use to Enchant Consumers: Insights from the Retail Track at CES 2025US Retail—Real Estate Insights: Embracing Small Store Formats, Immersive Experiences and Emerging Technologies
Deep DiveConsumer Confidence Hints at Economic Uptick: China Consumer Survey Insights Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst September 16, 2024 Reasons to ReadThe Coresight Research monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series takes a regular temperature check on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment, based on exclusive proprietary survey data. In this research report, we present findings from our latest weekly surveys, with the most recent undertaken on August 26, 2024. Following a period of dwindling consumer sentiment in China, we have recently seen this trend pivot. Dive into our analysis to keep on top of consumer shifts and understand their implications for the wider market. Data in this research report are: Consumers’ expectations for economic conditions and personal finances in the next 12 months Activities that consumers have done in the past two weeks What products consumers have bought in-store and online in the past two weeks Other relevant research: Read the full series of China Consumer Survey Insights reports. The Coresight Research China Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the trajectory of retail in China. Retail 2024: 10 Trends in China Retail Key Festivals and Holidays for Promotional Campaigns in China in 2024: Calendar More research reports on China retail Interested in more consumer survey analysis? Check out our US Consumer Survey Insights 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 Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 13: Dollar Tree and Five Below Drive Store OpeningsHoliday 2025: Black Friday Preview—Value, AI and Extended Promotions To Drive Sales This YearFour Technologies Retailers Can Use to Enchant Consumers: Insights Presented at CES 2025US Online Grocery Survey 2025: Full-Basket Orders Increase as Delivery Retains Its Dominance
Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner—AI: An Overutilized Phrase; an Underutilized Solution, with Manik Bhatia Manik Bhatia, Head of Cobranded Research Sector Lead: John Harmon, CFA, Associate Director of Technology Research September 15, 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, Manik Bhatia, Head of Custom Research, discusses whether the actual implementation of AI (artificial intelligence) in retail aligns with the technology’s dominance in industry conversation. 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 global GenAI applications market size and growth trajectory Other relevant research: AI Models: Risky Business—Navigating the Challenges of Using AI AI and Unified Data: Empowering Next-Generation Product and Shopper Intelligence: A free report from Coresight Research and Digital Wave Technology The Future of Visual Content in US E-Commerce: Optimizing Your Strategy with AI: A free report from Coresight Research and Vizit All Coresight Research coverage of generative AI 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 electronic shelf labels and dynamic pricing. 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 52: Pacsun Plots Major US Expansion DriveUS Beauty Retailing: Themes, Concepts and Innovators—Personalization, Tech Integration and Wellness To Drive ChangeSeasonal Shopping, 2Q25—Expectations for Easter, Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day; Plus, Holiday 2025 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraShoptalk Spring 2025: Day Two—Next-Generation Search and the Leading Edge of Storytelling, from Influencers to Lived Values
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2024, Week 37: Big Lots Files for Bankruptcy; LL Flooring To Close Additional Stores Aaron Mark Dsouza, Data Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 13, 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: Alimentation Couche-Tard, Big Lots, Dollar Tree, LL Flooring 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:Rapid Adoption of GenAI in Shopping: A Barometer for Agentic Commerce—Data GraphicConsumer Sentiment Shows Modest Improvement in January: China Consumer Survey InsightsLower-Income Consumers’ Financial Sentiment Hits Record Low Amid Iran Conflict: US Consumer Survey InsightsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 49: Claire’s Closes 150 Stores; Oliver Bonas To Open 20 Stores
InfographicThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research September 13, 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 37 of 2024, spanning electronic shelf labels, omnichannel shopping and retail management, and including proprietary survey data. Dive into the full research reports behind these data points: RetailTech: Electronic Shelf Labels—A Boon or Burden for Consumers? Visit the Coresight Research Retail Technology Hub to explore reports, data and competitive landscapes on technology. From Omnichannel to Unified Commerce: Elevating Cross-Channel Customer Experiences to the Next Level: A free report, sponsored by Locus AI and Unified Data: Empowering Next-Generation Product and Shopper Intelligence: A free report from Coresight Research and Digital Wave Technology Premium subscribers can access more research on the theme of retail management here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in:Shoptalk Spring 2025: Day Two—Next-Generation Search and the Leading Edge of Storytelling, from Influencers to Lived ValuesWeekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 20: Boot Barn To Open StoresHigh-Tech Retailing—Four Technologies That Retailers Can Use to Enchant Consumers: Insights from the Retail Track at CES 2025Shoptalk Spring 2025 Wrap-Up: Customer-Centricity for a New Golden Age of Retail