Deep Dive | March 19, 2024 Premium Declines in Financial Security Represent a Trend To Watch: US Consumer Survey InsightsWe examine how US consumers’ financial health is affecting their shopping behavior. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Event Coverage | March 19, 2024 Free Report Shoptalk 2024 Day Two: A Triad of Trends—Personalization, Innovation and CollaborationWe present insights from day two of Shoptalk 2024, with highlights covering AI (artificial intelligence), collaboration, innovation, loyalty programs, personalization and more. Read More
Event Coverage | March 18, 2024 Free Report Shoptalk 2024 Day One: Game-Changing AI, Multi-Benefit Associate Apps and the Keys to Success for Retail Media (Not for the Faint-Hearted)We present insights from the first day of Shoptalk 2024, with highlights covering AI opportunities, associate enablement, brand building, retail media and more. Read More
Analyst Corner | March 17, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Retail Innovation in China, with Anand Kumar—Three Opportunities for Brands and RetailersThis week’s Analyst Corner offers insights into opportunities for brands and retailers to drive innovation in China, ahead of Coresight Research’s presentation on the topic at Shoptalk 2024. Anand Kumar, Associate Director of Research at Coresight Research, presents three keys to success in the China market. Read More
Infographic | March 15, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This WeekFrom the obesity economy to Dollar Tree store closures to China consumer survey insights, discover the key data points we are watching in week 11 of 2024. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium February 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Accelerates—Electronics Stores Rebound; Nonstore Retailers See Strong GrowthIn February 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by over 5% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Legislative Momentum Grows and New Tech Solutions Emerge To Tackle TheftContinuing our regular series on retail shrink and organized retail crime (ORC), we focus this month on developments from the US and the UK. We discuss recent legislative changes and proposals, reported metrics on the prevalence of retail crime, and news about loss-prevention technologies. Plus, discover US consumer attitudes to theft and prevention measures in retail, as well as recent retailer commentary on shrink. Read More
Insight Report | March 14, 2024 Premium Data Dive: The Global Obesity Economy—Shaped by the Spending of 1 Billion ConsumersWorldwide, 1 billion people are now obese, according to a new study in medical journal The Lancet. We review the findings from that study and offer quantification of various aspects of the global “obesity economy.” Read More
Insight Report | March 13, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 6: BJ’s, JD.com, Ross and Others Record Strong Performances; Big Lots and Kroger Witness DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended March 10, 2024, including American Eagle Outfitters, BJ’s Warehouse Club, Burlington Stores, Foot Locker, JD.com, Kroger, Nordstrom and Target, among others. Read More
Market Outlook | March 12, 2024 Premium Market Navigator: UK Retail, Including E-Commerce—Consumer Constraints To Fuel Multi-Year Discounter GrowthIn this Market Navigator, Coresight Research explores the UK retail market, including e-commerce. Dive in to gain insights into emerging ideas and opportunities, understand the growth trajectory of the market and explore the competitive landscape. Read More
Deep Dive | March 12, 2024 Premium More Consumers Visit Open-Air Shopping Centers as Seasons Change: US Consumer Survey InsightsWe reveal how US consumers are spending as winter turns to spring. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 12, 2024 Premium Consumers Report Staying Home for Lunar New Year: China Consumer Survey InsightsWe explore Chinese consumer behavior during the Chinese New year (CNY) national holiday, and the implications for retail of consumers staying home. Our monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ shopping behavior, levels of activity and sentiment. Read More
Event Coverage | March 11, 2024 Free Report Essential Guide to Shoptalk 2024: Strategies and Opportunities Across Five Retail ThemesPlan your time at Shoptalk 2024 with this free, essential guide to key sessions across five retail themes, from AI (artificial intelligence) to unified retail experiences. Coresight Research is an official research partner of Shoptalk 2024. Read More
Analyst Corner | March 10, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—A Budget for Retail? Reviewing the UK’s 2024 Finance Update with John MercerThis week’s Analyst Corner discusses the implications of the recently announced UK government budget—which includes tax cuts—for consumers and retail. John Mercer, Head of Global Research at Coresight Research, presents our outlook for UK retail. Read More
Insight Report | March 6, 2024 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q23, Week 5: Bath & Body Works, TJX Companies and Urban Outfitters See Sales Growth; Best Buy, Lowe’s and Others See Sales DeclineOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major US retailers within our Coresight 100 coverage list. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended March 3, 2024, including Bath & Body Works, Carter’s, Lowe’s and Macy’s. Read More