Analyst Corner | August 4, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—The Horrors of Hidden Fees, with John Harmon: Layers of Charges Are Pinching Consumers’ Stretched WalletsIn this week’s Analyst Corner, John Harmon, Associate Director of Technology Research, discusses the layers of hidden fees that consumers are experiencing across multiple industries, pinching their already stretched wallets. Read More
Analyst Corner | July 28, 2024 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner—The Latest on US GDP, with John MercerIn this week’s Analyst Corner, John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research, discusses the latest on US GDP, including a close look at select US consumer metrics from the second quarter of 2024. Read More
Insight Report | July 25, 2024 Premium July 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Growth Acceleration Following a Weak JuneThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of July 18, 2024. Read More
Insight Report | July 16, 2024 Premium June 2024 US Retail Sales: Growth Slumps as Only Department Stores See ImprovementIn June 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by less than 2% year over year, the worst recorded rate since April 2023. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | June 21, 2024 Premium June 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Further Retail Resilience in the Second Half of 2024The monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of June 20, 2024. Read More
Insight Report | June 19, 2024 Premium May 2024 US Retail Sales: Solid Growth Continues as Department Stores ReboundIn May 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by nearly 3% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | May 23, 2024 Premium May 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Retail Sales Growth To Slow Slightly Before ImprovingThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook (formerly Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales) series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of May 20, 2024. Read More
Insight Report | May 15, 2024 Premium April 2024 US Retail Sales: Solid Sales Growth Continues; Home-Improvement Retailers ReboundIn April 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew by nearly 4% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | April 22, 2024 Premium April 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Low-Single-Digit Growth Amid Growing Disposable IncomeThe monthly Coresight Research US Retail Sales Outlook series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of April 19, 2024. 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
Infographic | March 29, 2024 Premium Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week: US Retail FocusFrom retailers’ perspectives on pricing and promotion to consumer gifting preferences and projected US retail sales growth, discover the key data points we are watching in week 13 of 2024. Read More
Insight Report | March 28, 2024 Premium March 2024 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Growth To Remain in Mid-Single-Digit Range Amid Rising Consumer SentimentThe monthly Coresight Research Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of March 26, 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
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 | February 29, 2024 Premium February 2024 Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales: Easing Inflation Signals Positivity for Retail Sales GrowthThe monthly Coresight Research Leading Indicators of US Retail Sales series tracks several major macroeconomic indicators and their likely effect on US retail sales. We analyze the latest available data as of February 23, 2024. Read More