Deep Dive | February 13, 2025 Databank Members Mixed Signals—Economic Optimism Continues But Consumers Feel the Strain on Personal Finances: China Consumer Survey InsightsConsumer sentiment in China has exhibited significant volatility in recent months. Dive into our new survey data to uncover how consumer expectations for their personal finances and the economy are diverging, against a backdrop of ongoing stimulus measures and new US tariffs. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends. Read More
Insight Report | February 11, 2025 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q24, Week 2: Columbia Sportswear, Mondelēz and Tapestry See Sales Growth; Clorox, Estée Lauder and PepsiCo Report DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major retailers. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended February 7, 2025, including Clorox Company, PepsiCo and Tapestry, among others. Read More
Insight Report | February 6, 2025 Premium Earnings Insights 4Q24, Week 1: Levi Strauss, P&G, Walgreens and Others Post Sales Growth, While Burberry and Kimberly-Clark Report DeclinesOur weekly Earnings Insights reports feature highlights from recent management commentary from major retailers. This week, there are highlights from companies that reported in the week ended January 31, 2025, including Albertsons, Procter & Gamble and Tractor Supply Company, among others. Read More
Insight Report | February 4, 2025 Premium January 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Mid-Single-Digit Growth for the Start of 2025The 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 January 22, 2025. Read More
Analyst Corner | January 26, 2025 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: What’s Happening in China’s Economy? Analyzing Retail and Consumer Metrics with Madhav PitaliyaIn this week’s Analyst Corner, Madhav Pitaliya, Analyst, explores the state of China’s economy and Coresight Research’s outlook for the future of retail in the country. This report includes analysis of retail sales, consumer sentiment, inflation and the housing market. Read More
Deep Dive | January 20, 2025 Databank Members Sustained Stimulus Measures Give Rise to Consumer Optimism: China Consumer Survey InsightsDiving into new survey data, we assess Chinese consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy through December 2024. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends. Read More
Insight Report | January 7, 2025 Premium 3Q24 US Retail Inventory Insights: Apparel, Off-Price and Warehouse Club Retailers Expand Inventories for the HolidaysOur quarterly US Retail Inventory Insights series analyzes inventory trends in US retail. In this report, dive into trends by sector and inventory turnover ratios among major US retailers in the third quarter of 2024. Discover key management commentary on inventory levels as retailers begin 2025. Read More
Event Coverage | January 3, 2025 Premium A Guide to NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show—Six Game Changers Set to Reshape RetailWhat should you expect from NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show? Our event guide presents notable sessions for attendees across major topics in retail, from GenAI to digital product passports and more. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | January 2, 2025 Premium Retail 2025 Sector Outlooks: EbookDiscover the prospects for retail in 2025! We offer growth projections and discuss themes to watch across 10 sectors in the US and globally, including apparel, beauty and grocery. Read More
Insight Report | December 30, 2024 Premium Lowe’s 2024 Investor Conference: Building Growth with a Focus on Pro and LoyaltyHome-improvement retailer Lowe’s held its 2024 Analyst and Investor Conference on December 11, 2024. We present insights from the event, covering the company’s strategic priorities, productivity initiatives and near-term and long-term financial targets. Read More
Deep Dive | December 24, 2024 Databank Members Holiday 2024—Christmas Countdown: Amazon and Walmart Dominate Shoppers’ Holiday Picks: US Consumer Survey InsightsWe analyze new survey findings on US consumers’ shopping behavior this holiday season. Find out what holiday shoppers are buying and where they are shopping. Plus, we assess overall consumer sentiment regarding their personal finances and the economy. Read More
Deep Dive | December 24, 2024 Premium 3Q24 US Earnings Season Wrap-Up: Most Companies Post Positive Growth ResultsWe analyze the recent performance of selected retailers, brands and e-commerce platforms (Coresight 100 companies mostly based in the US) in the third quarter of 2024, covering revenues, earnings per share and comps, and considering consensus estimates and year-over-year changes. Read More
Insight Report | December 24, 2024 Premium December 2024 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting Retail Momentum To Continue into 2025The 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 December 20, 2024. Read More
Insight Report | December 18, 2024 Premium November 2024 US Retail Sales: Very Solid Growth Reflects Strong Black Friday and Holiday DemandIn November 2024, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobile sales) grew nearly 4% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Market Navigators/Market Outlook | December 17, 2024 Premium US Beauty—Retail 2025 Sector Outlook: Product Innovation and Unified Commerce To Drive GrowthDiscover directional market insights and themes to watch in US beauty retailing in 2025. We touch on inclusive beauty, experiential retail and the growing confluence of beauty and wellness, among other topics. Read More
