Deep Dive | April 5, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Conflicting Trends in Behavior, Plus an Early Look at Memorial Day PlansAs part of our weekly US Consumer Tracker, we discuss the complicated picture of US consumer behavior and sentiment, based on our proprietary survey findings. We also take an early look at consumers’ Memorial Day spending plans. Read More
Deep Dive | April 4, 2023 Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: More Consumers Are Making Discretionary PurchasesWe assess changing consumer behavior in China, as the proportions of consumers making purchases from several discretionary categories increase. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | April 3, 2023 Premium How US Consumers Are Shopping for Groceries: Analyzing Traffic, Ticket, E-Commerce and Private LabelWe examine key current consumer shopping trends in the US grocery market, using data sourced from IRI—examining traffic, basket size and trip frequency, sales channels, price per unit and private label. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 2, 2023 Register for Free Access Weinswig’s Weekly: How Are Chinese Consumers Shopping Beauty?This week’s note, “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig,” discusses beauty shopping behaviors among Chinese consumers, based on proprietary survey analysis. Read More
Deep Dive | March 31, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker Extra: Seasonal Shopping, 2Q23—Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Holiday 2023We examine US consumers’ spending expectations for Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Our new quarterly Seasonal Shopping series looks ahead to shopping holidays and events in the coming quarter. Read More
Deep Dive | March 28, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Focus on Financial Position and SecurityUS consumer avoidance may be set to stabilize after recent volatility. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 27, 2023 Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: Understanding Beauty ShoppersHow are consumers in China purchasing beauty products? Our weekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 21, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Avoidance Rises and Activity SlidesHigh-income consumers have driven a striking one-week jump in avoidance. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 20, 2023 Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: Understanding Luxury ShoppersThis week, we take a closer look at how consumers in China engage with the luxury sector. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Event Presentation | March 16, 2023 Premium US Consumer Outlook and US Retail Outlook for 2023—PresentationThis 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. Read More
Deep Dive | March 14, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: More Shoppers Cut Grocery Purchases Amid High Inflation AwarenessMore 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. Read More
Deep Dive | March 13, 2023 Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: Consumer Confidence DeclinesWe assess shopper behavior in China amid declining consumer confidence. Our biweekly China Consumer Tracker presents an update on Chinese consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 7, 2023 Databank Members US Consumer Tracker: Consumers May Slowly Be Getting Out and About MoreAmid inflation, consumers are planning strong spending this Easter. Our weekly US Consumer Tracker presents an update on US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment. Read More
Deep Dive | March 6, 2023 Databank Members China Consumer Tracker: Avoidance Steady Despite Rising Flu CasesWe 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. Read More
Research Digest | March 3, 2023 Premium Insights Video: US Retail and Consumer OutlookIn 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. Read More