Deep Dive | April 15, 2026 Premium Retail Tech for Holiday 2026: AI-Led Discovery and Operational Readiness—PlaybookRetailers currently have a window to experiment with and perfect new technologies—particularly AI-driven search, discovery and personalization—before holiday 2026. Read More
Deep Dive | April 14, 2026 Databank Members Consumers Pull Back—Sentiment Sinks as Gas Prices Crowd Out Services: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories. Read More
Insight Report | April 14, 2026 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: E-Commerce and In-Store Growth Rebound Amid Geopolitical UncertaintyGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on e-commerce growth, in-store sales trends, and the impact of geopolitical challenges. Read More
Deep Dive | April 13, 2026 Premium Supply Chains Insights for Apparel, Footwear and Department Stores: Transforming with AI and Real‑Time ForecastingExplore how supply chain issues affect apparel and footwear market, with insights on technological solutions and strategies. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 12, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Why Growth in US CPG Unit Sales Has Stalled, with Sujeet NaikDiscover why US CPG unit sales growth has stalled, with insights on inflation, consumer trends and the outlook for recovery. Discover insights on recovery potential. Read More
Store Tracker | April 10, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 14: Urban Outfitters Announces Expansion PlanOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Urban Outfitters, Trader Joe’s Yesway, and more. Read More
Deep Dive | April 8, 2026 Premium US Department Stores Show Signs of Improvement: Is the Reset Working?Explore the resurgence of US department stores, with Macy’s and Dillard’s leading the way through strategic store modernization, curated assortments and improved customer service. Read More
Deep Dive | April 8, 2026 Premium Supply Chain Insights for Food, Drug and Mass Retail: Technology, Resilience and the Path to Stronger MarginsThis report examines key challenges and solutions shaping the food, drug and mass supply chain, including tariffs, regulations, food waste and visibility gaps. Read More
Deep Dive | April 7, 2026 Databank Members Seasonal Shopping, 2Q26—Expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day; Plus, Holiday 2026 Plans: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraWill US consumers celebrate or spend on key events in the second quarter this year? This month’s US Consumer Survey Insights Extra—Seasonal Shopping report analyzes consumer expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, as well as for the end-of-year holiday season. Read More
Deep Dive | April 7, 2026 Databank Members Consumer Sentiment Hits New Low; Many Consumers Cut Back on Eating Out Amid High Gas Prices: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and spending behavior changing amid the Middle East conflict and rising gasoline prices? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment and spending cutbacks across categories. Read More
Deep Dive | April 6, 2026 Premium The Middle East Energy Shock and the US Consumer: Lessons from 2022—Sustained Impacts Risk Trickle-Up EffectExplore the potential impact of the Iran-driven energy shock on US consumer behavior, drawing insights from the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict-induced oil price hike. Read More
Insight Report | April 6, 2026 Premium February 2026 US Retail Sales: Weaker Core Performance and Divergent Sector TrendsGain key insights into the latest US retail sales trends for February 2026. This report offers a detailed analysis of US retail sales performance in February 2026, breaking down key trends by sector and providing insights into inflation trends affecting the market. Read More
Analyst Corner | April 5, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Middle East Energy Shock—Retail Faces a Deteriorating Context, with John MercerIn this Analyst Corner, we discuss updated data points on the impact of the Middle East energy shock, and the implications for US retail. Read More
Store Tracker | April 3, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 13: Openings Down 47% Year Over YearOur Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker series reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies in the US. This week, we highlight store openings and closures by Zumiez, Nordstrom, CVS Health, Miniso, and more. Read More
Insight Report | April 2, 2026 Premium Once-Highflying Allbirds Sells Itself for a SongAllbirds, once with a $4.1 billion market capitalization, is selling its assets for $39 million. Read More