Insight Report | November 15, 2023 Premium October 2023 US Retail Sales: Health and Personal Care Stores and Nonstore Retailers Continue To Lead Retail Sales GrowthIn October 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.1% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | October 17, 2023 Premium September 2023 US Retail Sales: Retail Spending Outpaces Retail Inflation as Consumers Remain HealthyIn September 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 2.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Event Coverage | October 5, 2023 Premium Salesforce Dreamforce 2023: Generative AI, Data Cloud and Commerce CloudWe present insights from Salesforce’s Dreamforce 2023 conference, held in San Francisco, US, on September 12–14. With a focus on generative AI and cloud computing, we discuss the AI (artificial intelligence) revolution, the company’s Einstein 1 Platform, and more. Read More
Insight Report | October 3, 2023 Free Report Groceryshop 2023 Wrap-Up: Exploring the Top Five Themes Driving Grocery Retail InnovationGroceryshop 2023 took place during September 19–21 in Las Vegas, Nevada, US. In this report, we present our top takeaways from the conference, across themes including unified shopping experiences, future-proofing and new growth opportunities. Coresight Research is a research partner of Groceryshop 2023. Read More
Insight Report | September 14, 2023 Premium August 2023 US Retail Sales: Consistent Consumer Spending Drives Moderate Sales GrowthIn August 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Insight Report | September 13, 2023 Free Report Groceryshop 2023 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch Competition: Preview—12 Innovators, Four Areas of Retail DisruptionWe preview the Groceryshop 2023 “Shark Reef” Startup Pitch competition, presenting the 12 participating technology innovators, which span four areas of retail disruption: artificial intelligence (AI), inventory management and supply chain, marketing and loyalty, and e-commerce fulfillment. Coresight Research is a research partner of Groceryshop 2023. Read More
Deep Dive | September 6, 2023 Premium Innovator Matrix: Web3 for RetailAs part of our Innovator Matrix series, which identifies the next generation of retail innovators across key technology segments, we analyze, evaluate and score the top 10 companies in the US Web3 space. Areas of innovation include infrastructure, payments and security/compliance. Read More
Deep Dive | August 17, 2023 Premium Think Tank: Generative AI Explained—Understanding Its Power and Fundamental TechnologiesIn this Think Tank, we provide a reference guide for businesses to understand generative AI (artificial intelligence) and its foundational AI technologies. We discuss retail use cases of generative AI as well as challenges and strategies for AI technology implementation. We explore the technological prerequisites that have paved the way to the advanced AI and generative AI we see today. Read More
Insight Report | August 15, 2023 Premium July 2023 US Retail Sales: Resilient Consumers and Nonstore Retailers Fuel Retail Sales GrowthIn July 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.7% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Event Coverage | July 31, 2023 Premium AWS Summit, New York, 2023: Amazon Introduces Generative AI InnovationsWe present highlights from the AWS Summit 2023, hosted by Amazon in New York. We discuss generative AI innovations and examples of the technology in use by Fox and Salesforce. Read More
Insight Report | July 18, 2023 Premium June 2023 US Retail Sales: Higher Wages and Slower Inflation Drive Moderate Retail Sales GrowthIn June 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 3.2% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Infographic | June 20, 2023 Free Report Supercharging Manufacturer and Distributor Sales Productivity with Digital CommerceDigital commerce is becoming a key strategic priority for manufacturers and distributors, providing a powerful boost to operational efficiency. In this free infographic, Coresight Research and Salesforce present proprietary survey analysis on the use and benefits of digital commerce. Read More
Event Presentation | June 16, 2023 Premium Retail Shrink and Loss-Prevention Methods—PresentationLoss-prevention events are becoming more frequent, impacting retailers’ profitability. How are retail companies tackling security challenges? We consider the factors causing retail shrink and the rise of ORC (organized retail crime), with examples from notable retail companies. We also discuss retail investment in loss-prevention technology, including RFID and video surveillance. Read More
Insight Report | June 16, 2023 Premium May 2023 US Retail Sales: Resilient Consumers Drive Retail Sales GrowthIn May 2023, US retail sales (excluding gasoline and automobiles) grew 4.3% year over year. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at total growth trends and performance by sector. Read More
Deep Dive | June 12, 2023 Premium RetailTech: Retail’s Green Revolution—Five Technologies Driving SustainabilityWith emphasis on sustainability in retail increasing, which technologies can retailers use to meet their environmental goals through the supply chain and gain a competitive edge? We explore five sustainability-enhancing technologies through the lens of the Coresight Research EnCORE framework. Read More
