Insight Report | April 18, 2024 Premium Retail Shrink and ORC: Is Self-Checkout on the Way Out? US Retailers Scale Back To Fight 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, retailer announcements and news about loss-prevention technologies. Plus, discover insights on the scaling back of self-checkout from retailer earnings calls. Read More
Deep Dive | April 17, 2024 Premium Retail 2024: Top 10 Trends in US HealthcareAs part of the Coresight Research Retail 2024 series, we present 10 key trends that we expect to shape US healthcare in 2024—with discussion of what we think is significant today and what will be important in the year ahead. Read More
Deep Dive | April 16, 2024 Premium Economic Sentiment Converges as Pessimism Eases: US Consumer Survey InsightsWe reveal which retailers and categories have seen their shopper proportions change. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | April 16, 2024 Premium US Retail Loyalty Programs: Decoding Consumer Behavior To Build Lasting RelationshipsHow can US brands and retailers gain a competitive edge in long-term customer loyalty? We analyze proprietary survey findings to uncover what US consumers want from loyalty programs, and discuss the opportunities for retailers to drive engagement and sales through AI (artificial intelligence), gamification, experiential rewards and more. Read More
Deep Dive | April 16, 2024 Premium Economic and Financial Sentiment Hit Six-Month High: China Consumer Survey InsightsWe assess Chinese consumers’ shifting channel preferences by category and the implications for retail. Our monthly China Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on Chinese consumers’ shopping behavior, levels of activity and sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | April 15, 2024 Premium March 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Moderates But Remains Solid; General Merchandise Stores ReboundIn March 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by just over 3% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 14, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—Blending Monetary Rewards, Experiences and Technology: Explore US Retail Loyalty Programs with Sujeet NaikIn this week’s Analyst Corner, Sujeet Naik, Analyst, discusses how US retailers can capture valuable customer data and drive sales through loyalty programs. What do consumers want, and what key trends are emerging in the loyalty space? We answer these questions, leveraging a proprietary US consumer survey. Read More
Infographic | April 12, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This WeekFrom healthcare spending to discount store closures to connected TV, discover the key data points we are watching in week 15 of 2024. Read More
Deep Dive | April 9, 2024 Premium Nearly Half of Shoppers Seek Out Promotions To Beat Food Inflation: US Consumer Survey InsightsWe examine US consumers’ perceptions of and responses to nonfood and food inflation. Our weekly US Consumer Survey Insights series presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | April 9, 2024 Premium 4Q23 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Many Companies Report Better Performances Following the Holiday SeasonWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms in the fourth quarter of 2023, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Event Coverage | April 8, 2024 Free Report Shoptalk 2024 Wrap-Up: AI “Hype” and Back to Retail Basics—Loyalty, Physical Stores and MoreWe present our top insights from Shoptalk 2024, spanning technology innovation, brand growth, the consumer, retail experiences and retail media. Read More
Event Presentation | April 5, 2024 Premium Exploring Retail Media Network Opportunities in the Convenience Channel: Insights Presented at NACS State of the Industry Summit 2024Delve into the expansive possibilities offered by retail media networks (RMNs) within the convenience channel. Read our insights, presented at the NACS State of the Industry Summit 2024, to uncover RMN opportunities for retailers and suppliers. Read More
Infographic | April 5, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This WeekFrom consumer shopping behavior on Amazon.com to Family Dollar store closures to the size of China’s retail market, discover the key data points we are watching in week 14 of 2024. Read More
Insight Report | April 4, 2024 Premium 4Q23 US Retail Inventory Insights: Inventory Turnover Ratios Grow Following the Holiday SeasonIn our quarterly US Retail Inventory Insights series, we analyze inventory trends among US retailers listed in the Coresight 100. In this report, we look at the inventory levels of various retailers in 4Q23 and assess why levels may have changed from the year-ago period. Read More
Insight Report | April 2, 2024 Premium Five Ways To Win in the China Market: Opportunities for Western Brands and Retailers—China Retail InsightsWhy does China present huge opportunity for Western retailers, and how can they win in the China retail market? We discuss some of the key drivers and trends shaping China’s retail landscape, and present strategies for Western brands and retailers to achieve success in this market. Read More