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Event Presentation | March 16, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Outlook and US Retail Outlook for 2023—Presentation

This event presentation outlines the US retail and consumer outlook. We consider whether real declines in retail sales will continue, whether US retail is overinflated, why we may be entering an era of renewed services spending—and why the consumer economy resembles a game of chutes and ladders.

Deep Dive | March 14, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: More Shoppers Cut Grocery Purchases Amid High Inflation Awareness

More US shoppers are cutting their grocery unit purchases in response to inflation, according to our latest survey. This US Consumer Tracker includes our four-weekly check on consumers’ reactions to inflation as well as our regular weekly metrics.

Deep Dive | March 13, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Consumer Confidence Declines

We assess shopper behavior in China amid declining consumer confidence. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | March 7, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers May Slowly Be Getting Out and About More

Amid inflation, consumers are planning strong spending this Easter. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | March 6, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Avoidance Steady Despite Rising Flu Cases

We assess consumer behavior in China amid rising numbers of flu infections in the country. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Insight Report | March 3, 2023 Premium

Insights Video: US Retail and Consumer Outlook

In this Insights Video, we discuss the US retail and consumer outlook. We consider whether real declines in retail sales will continue, whether US retail is overinflated, why we may be entering an era of renewed services spending—and why the consumer economy resembles a game of chutes and ladders.

Deep Dive | March 3, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker Extra: The Impact of Debt and Financial Security on Shopping Habits

We assess how factors beyond mere income, such as debt and financial security, influence US consumer behavior. Our monthly US Consumer Tracker Extra series offers a more detailed or specific take on trends and data from our weekly surveys of US consumers.

Deep Dive | February 28, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Consumer Sentiment Rises

Consumers are feeling more positive about the outlook for the economy and their personal finances. Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 27, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Consumers Move Grocery Shopping Online

In a major channel swing, consumers have shifted online for food shopping. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 22, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Renewed Spending Caution—Plus 2023 Travel Plans

We assess spending by Chinese consumers on various product categories over Chinese New Year and explore respondents’ plans to travel internationally in 2023, among other survey findings regarding consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 21, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Presidents’ Day Shopping and Super Bowl Ad Recall

Most consumers plan to spend over Presidents’ Day weekend. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 14, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Inflation Awareness Reaches Record High

Consumer awareness of inflation has reached a record high. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Insight Report | February 9, 2023 Premium

Data Dive: How US Consumers Spent in 2022—and Why Services Are Yet To Fully Bounce Back

Providing an essential briefing on topical, need-to-know data, the first report in our new Data Dive series analyzes US consumer spending in 2022, with a focus on discretionary goods versus discretionary services.

Deep Dive | February 8, 2023 Premium

China Consumer Tracker: Avoidance Drops Ahead of Chinese New Year

We look ahead to the upcoming Chinese New Year (CNY) festival, the first since the easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | February 7, 2023 Premium

US Consumer Tracker: Modest Valentine’s Day Spending Likely

How do consumers plan to spend for Valentine’s Day? Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.