Deep Dive | March 18, 2026 Databank Members Consumer Sentiment Declines Significantly, Driven By Middle-Income Consumers: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid Iran conflict and oil price spikes? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment. Read More
Insight Report | March 16, 2026 Premium January 2026 US Retail Sales: Stable Growth Trajectory Consistent with ML ProjectionsDiscover how US retail demand started 2026—and which sectors are gaining or losing momentum. Read More
Analyst Corner | March 15, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Navigating the “SaaSpocalypse,” with John HarmonSaaS stocks have been buffeted by investor fears that agentic AI would supplant their platforms. Read More
Event Presentation | March 13, 2026 Premium US Consumer Sentiment Amid the Energy Shock: Premium Subscriber CallWe discuss US consumer sentiment, potential shopper reactions and implications for retailers amid the Middle East energy shock. This presentation is from our Premium Subscriber Call of March 13, 2026. Read More
Insight Report | March 13, 2026 Premium Impact of Saks Store Closures on Competitors: Strategic Opportunities and Proximity AnalysisWe explore which major retail competitors stand to gain the most from Saks Global’s 2026 store closures, including Macy’s, Nordstrom and off-price retailers like Marshalls and Ross Dress for Less. This report analyzes how these competitors are positioned to capture market share in key regions impacted by Saks’ exit. Read More
Store Tracker | March 13, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 10: US Store Openings Gain Momentum—BJ’s, Burlington Stores, Abercrombie & Fitch and MoreOur 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 Grocery Outlet, Saks Fifth Avenue, Burlington Stores, Nordstrom and more. Read More
Infographic | March 11, 2026 Premium Sector Focus: Dollar Store Shopping—Data GraphicOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US dollar store sector in this graphic. Read More
Insight Report | March 11, 2026 Premium US CPG Sales Tracker: Weather-Driven Surge Fades, In-Store Sales DeclineGain valuable insights into the latest developments shaping the US CPG market, with a particular focus on the resilience of the beauty sector and the challenges facing health and food categories. Read More
Infographic | March 10, 2026 Premium Sector Focus: Off-Price Shopping—Data GraphicOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the off-price sector in this graphic. Read More
Insight Report | March 10, 2026 Premium CEO Brief: Iran Energy Shock—US Consumer Economy and Retail ImpactsWe provide our first assessment of the implications of the Middle East energy shock for US retail, arising from the conflict in Iran, which began on February 28, 2026. Read More
Deep Dive | March 10, 2026 Databank Members Lower-Income Consumers’ Financial Sentiment Hits Record Low Amid Iran Conflict: US Consumer Survey InsightsHow are US consumers’ sentiment and shopping behavior changing amid tariffs and rate cuts? We review our latest US consumer data on consumer sentiment. Read More
Infographic | March 9, 2026 Premium Sector Focus: Home and Home-Improvement Shopping—Data GraphicOur Sector Focus data graphics feature the latest survey findings on US retail sectors and categories. Dive into the US home and home-improvement sector in this graphic. Read More
Analyst Corner | March 8, 2026 Register for Free Access Analyst Corner: Analyzing Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions for the Apparel, Footwear and Department Store Sectors, with Aditya KaushikExplore the key supply chain issues and potential solutions for the apparel, footwear and department store sectors. Read More
Event Coverage | March 6, 2026 Free Report Essential Guide to Shoptalk Spring 2026: Retail in the Age of AI—Balancing Automation and Human-Centric ExperiencesShoptalk Spring 2026 will take place at a pivotal moment for the retail industry, as artificial intelligence continues to scale across enterprise operations and customer-facing applications. Discover the must-attend sessions in this preview report. Read More
Store Tracker | March 6, 2026 Premium Weekly US Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2026, Week 9: The TJX Companies and Ross Stores Announce Store ExpansionsOur 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 Ross Stores, PGA Tour Superstore, Winn-Dixie and more. Read More